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FORT SMITH, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of twelve cents ($0.12) per share to holders of record of its Common Stock, $0.01 par value, on August 7, 2026, payable on August 21, 2026. ABOUT ARCBEST ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB) is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company that helps keep the global supply chain moving. Founded in 1923 and now with 14,000 employees across 250 campuses and service centers, the comp.

Wall Street expects a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when ArcBest (ARCB - Free Report) reports results for the quarter ended June 2026. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.

The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on July 29. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call, it's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis freight transportation and logistics company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $2.18 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +60.3%.

Revenues are expected to be $1.19 billion, up 16.8% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 8.96% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core.

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for ArcBest?For ArcBest, the Most Accurate Estimate is higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bullish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of +9.76%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #1.

So, this combination indicates that ArcBest will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that ArcBest would post earnings of $0.27 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.32, delivering a surprise of +18.52%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates two times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

ArcBest appears a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

Expected Results of an Industry PlayerWerner Enterprises (WERN - Free Report) , another stock in the Zacks Transportation - Truck industry, is expected to report earnings per share of $0.22 for the quarter ended June 2026. This estimate points to a year-over-year change of +100%. Revenues for the quarter are expected to be $932.4 million, up 23.8% from the year-ago quarter.

Over the last 30 days, the consensus EPS estimate for Werner has been revised 6.6% up to the current level. Nevertheless, the company now has an Earnings ESP of +4.35%, reflecting a higher Most Accurate Estimate.

When combined with a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy), this Earnings ESP indicates that Werner will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate. Over the last four quarters, the company surpassed consensus EPS estimates two times.

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Bessemer Group Inc. increased its stake in shares of ArcBest Corporation (NASDAQ:ARCB – Free Report) by 44.7% in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 64,931 shares of the transportation company’s stock after purchasing an additional 20,073 shares during the quarter. Bessemer Group Inc. owned approximately 0.29% of ArcBest worth $6,387,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.

A number of other institutional investors also recently added to or reduced their stakes in ARCB. Vanguard Group Inc. raised its holdings in ArcBest by 0.3% in the fourth quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 2,451,162 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $181,852,000 after purchasing an additional 6,808 shares in the last quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP grew its position in shares of ArcBest by 0.6% in the 4th quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 1,349,439 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $100,117,000 after buying an additional 7,816 shares during the last quarter. Invesco Ltd. grew its position in shares of ArcBest by 625.4% in the 4th quarter. Invesco Ltd. now owns 920,498 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $68,292,000 after buying an additional 793,607 shares during the last quarter. Turtle Creek Asset Management Inc. bought a new position in shares of ArcBest during the 3rd quarter worth approximately $39,508,000. Finally, Jacobs Levy Equity Management Inc. raised its stake in shares of ArcBest by 4.9% during the 3rd quarter. Jacobs Levy Equity Management Inc. now owns 520,886 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $36,394,000 after acquiring an additional 24,102 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors own 99.27% of the company’s stock.

Key Headlines Impacting ArcBest Here are the key news stories impacting ArcBest this week:

Positive Sentiment: Zacks said earnings estimate revisions for ArcBest are trending higher, which often supports a stronger stock price when analysts expect improving profitability. Earnings Estimates Rising for ArcBest (ARCB): Will It Gain? Positive Sentiment: Truist reportedly raised its price target on ArcBest to $165, and Citizens JMP initiated coverage, adding to the bullish analyst backdrop. ArcBest (NASDAQ:ARCB) Given New $165.00 Price Target at Truist Financial Positive Sentiment: ArcBest announced a simplified brand structure and operational streamlining, with MoLo Solutions, Panther Premium Logistics, and ArcBest Technologies consolidating under the ArcBest name, a move aimed at long-term growth and efficiency. ArcBest Simplifies Brand Structure and Streamlines Operations to Drive Long-Term Growth and Efficiency Positive Sentiment: The company also plans to reduce about 2% of its workforce and close 10 LTL terminals, which could lower costs and improve margins if execution goes well. ArcBest to Consolidate Brands, Cut About 2% of Workforce Neutral Sentiment: Momentum-focused coverage noted that ArcBest has gained about 5.34% over the past week, reinforcing recent trader interest but not adding a new fundamental catalyst. ArcBest (ARCB) Is Up 5.34% in One Week: What You Should Know Neutral Sentiment: Zacks also highlighted ArcBest as a fast-paced momentum stock that may still be reasonably valued, which supports the stock’s current trading interest. ArcBest (ARCB) Shows Fast-paced Momentum But Is Still a Bargain Stock ArcBest Price Performance ARCB stock opened at $159.81 on Monday. The stock has a market capitalization of $3.56 billion, a PE ratio of 65.77, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.66 and a beta of 1.57. ArcBest Corporation has a 52 week low of $59.43 and a 52 week high of $176.69. The company has a quick ratio of 0.93, a current ratio of 0.93 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.10. The firm has a 50 day moving average of $142.59 and a 200 day moving average of $114.88.

ArcBest (NASDAQ:ARCB – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, April 28th. The transportation company reported $0.32 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.27 by $0.05. ArcBest had a net margin of 1.38% and a return on equity of 6.15%. The business had revenue of $998.79 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $999.07 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business posted $0.51 EPS. ArcBest’s revenue for the quarter was up 3.3% compared to the same quarter last year. Sell-side analysts forecast that ArcBest Corporation will post 6.38 earnings per share for the current year.

ArcBest Announces Dividend The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, May 22nd. Investors of record on Friday, May 8th were paid a $0.12 dividend. The ex-dividend date was Friday, May 8th. This represents a $0.48 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.3%. ArcBest’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 19.75%.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades Several brokerages have weighed in on ARCB. Stifel Nicolaus raised their target price on shares of ArcBest from $116.00 to $134.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, April 29th. The Goldman Sachs Group upped their price target on ArcBest from $117.00 to $165.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Tuesday, June 23rd. JPMorgan Chase & Co. increased their price objective on ArcBest from $117.00 to $147.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Monday, June 8th. Zacks Research raised ArcBest from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Thursday, April 30th. Finally, Truist Financial boosted their target price on ArcBest from $145.00 to $165.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, July 15th. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, seven have given a Buy rating and six have issued a Hold rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, ArcBest currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $151.85.

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About ArcBest (Free Report)

ArcBest Corporation (NASDAQ: ARCB) is a transportation and logistics company that offers comprehensive freight and supply chain solutions across North America. Founded in 1923 as Arkansas Best Freight System, the company has evolved into a diversified service provider with both asset-based and asset-light operations. Its core businesses include less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping through ABF Freight, expedited full-truckload services via Panther Premium Logistics, and a range of logistics and supply chain management services under its ArcBest Integrated Logistics division.

The company’s asset-based operations also encompass FleetNet America, a provider of emergency roadside assistance and maintenance services for heavy-duty vehicles.

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Momentum investing is all about the idea of following a stock's recent trend, which can be in either direction. In the "long context," investors will essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." And for investors following this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving in that direction. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades.

Even though momentum is a popular stock characteristic, it can be tough to define. Debate surrounding which are the best and worst metrics to focus on is lengthy, but the Zacks Momentum Style Score, part of the Zacks Style Scores, helps address this issue for us.

Below, we take a look at ArcBest (ARCB - Free Report) , which currently has a Momentum Style Score of B. We also discuss some of the main drivers of the Momentum Style Score, like price change and earnings estimate revisions.

It's also important to note that Style Scores work as a complement to the Zacks Rank, our stock rating system that has an impressive track record of outperformance. ArcBest currently has a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy). Our research shows that stocks rated Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and #2 (Buy) and Style Scores of "A or B" outperform the market over the following one-month period.

You can see the current list of Zacks #1 Rank Stocks here >>>

Set to Beat the Market?Let's discuss some of the components of the Momentum Style Score for ARCB that show why this freight transportation and logistics company shows promise as a solid momentum pick.

A good momentum benchmark for a stock is to look at its short-term price activity, as this can reflect both current interest and if buyers or sellers currently have the upper hand. It is also useful to compare a security to its industry, as this can help investors pinpoint the top companies in a particular area.

For ARCB, shares are up 5.34% over the past week while the Zacks Transportation - Truck industry is up 0.64% over the same time period. Shares are looking quite well from a longer time frame too, as the monthly price change of 9.05% compares favorably with the industry's 7.29% performance as well.

While any stock can see its price increase, it takes a real winner to consistently beat the market. That is why looking at longer term price metrics -- such as performance over the past three months or year -- can be useful as well. Shares of ArcBest have increased 31.46% over the past quarter, and have gained 97.68% in the last year. On the other hand, the S&P 500 has only moved 7.33% and 21.58%, respectively.

Investors should also take note of ARCB's average 20-day trading volume. Volume is a useful item in many ways, and the 20-day average establishes a good price-to-volume baseline; a rising stock with above average volume is generally a bullish sign, whereas a declining stock on above average volume is typically bearish. Right now ARCB is averaging 371,161 shares for the last 20 days..

Earnings OutlookThe Zacks Momentum Style Score encompasses many things, including estimate revisions and a stock's price movement. Investors should note that earnings estimates are also significant to the Zacks Rank, and a nice path here can be promising. We have recently been noticing this with ARCB.

Over the past two months, 5 earnings estimates moved higher compared to none lower for the full year. These revisions helped boost ARCB's consensus estimate, increasing from $5.29 to $6.38 in the past 60 days. Looking at the next fiscal year, 5 estimates have moved upwards while there have been no downward revisions in the same time period.

Bottom LineTaking into account all of these elements, it should come as no surprise that ARCB is a #1 (Strong Buy) stock with a Momentum Score of B. If you've been searching for a fresh pick that's set to rise in the near-term, make sure to keep ArcBest on your short list.

FORT SMITH, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ArcBest announces simplified brand structure: MoLo Solutions, Panther Premium Logistics and ArcBest Technologies will become ArcBest effective Aug. 1.

Momentum investing is essentially an exception to the idea of "buying low and selling high." Investors following this style of investing are usually not interested in betting on cheap stocks and waiting long for them to recover. Instead, they believe that "buying high and selling higher" is the way to make far more money in lesser time.

Everyone likes betting on fast-moving trending stocks, but it isn't easy to determine the right entry point. These stocks often lose momentum when their future growth potential fails to justify their swelled-up valuation. In that phase, investors find themselves invested in shares that have limited to no upside or even a downside. So, betting on a stock just by looking at the traditional momentum parameters could be risky at times.

A safer approach could be investing in bargain stocks with recent price momentum. While the Zacks Momentum Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system) helps identify great momentum stocks by paying close attention to trends in a stock's price or earnings, our 'Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain' screen comes handy in spotting fast-moving stocks that are still attractively priced.

ArcBest (ARCB - Free Report) is one of the several great candidates that made it through the screen. While there are numerous reasons why this stock is a great choice, here are the most vital ones:

Investors' growing interest in a stock is reflected in its recent price increase. A price change of 1.1% over the past four weeks positions the stock of this freight transportation and logistics company well in this regard.

While any stock can see a spike in price for a short period, it takes a real momentum player to deliver positive returns for a longer time frame. ARCB meets this criterion too, as the stock gained 24.5% over the past 12 weeks.

Moreover, the momentum for ARCB is fast paced, as the stock currently has a beta of 1.57. This indicates that the stock moves 57% higher than the market in either direction.

Given this price performance, it is no surprise that ARCB has a Momentum Score of B, which indicates that this is the right time to enter the stock to take advantage of the momentum with the highest probability of success.

In addition to a favorable Momentum Score, an upward trend in earnings estimate revisions has helped ARCB earn a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). Our research shows that the momentum-effect is quite strong among Zacks Rank #1 and #2 stocks. That's because as covering analysts raise their earnings estimates for a stock, more and more investors take an interest in it, helping its price race to keep up. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>>

Most importantly, despite possessing fast-paced momentum features, ARCB is trading at a reasonable valuation. In terms of Price-to-Sales ratio, which is considered as one of the best valuation metrics, the stock looks quite cheap now. ARCB is currently trading at 0.81 times its sales. In other words, investors need to pay only 81 cents for each dollar of sales.

So, ARCB appears to have plenty of room to run, and that too at a fast pace.

In addition to ARCB, there are several other stocks that currently pass through our 'Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain' screen. You may consider investing in them and start looking for the newest stocks that fit these criteria.

This is not the only screen that could help you find your next winning stock pick. Based on your personal investing style, you may choose from over 45 Zacks Premium Screens that are strategically created to beat the market.

However, keep in mind that the key to a successful stock-picking strategy is to ensure that it produced profitable results in the past. You could easily do that with the help of the Zacks Research Wizard. In addition to allowing you to backtest the effectiveness of your strategy, the program comes loaded with some of our most successful stock-picking strategies.

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Key Takeaways Finding the best Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) momentum stocks to buy in July and throughout the second half.Buy surging supply chain logistics stock ARCB for EPS and revenue growth, value, and breakout potential. The stock market rebounded on Tuesday after June inflation data came in lower than projected. The light inflation print helped investors back off fears that the Fed might raise interest rates at the end of July.

Meanwhile, the big banks such as JPMorgan kicked off the second quarter earnings season in style. The Wall Street heavy hitters posted soaring earnings growth, fueled by IPOs, mergers and acquisitions, and trading activity.

Given this backdrop, investors likely want to keep buying stocks for what’s shaping up to be a strong second half of 2026, given the impressive outlook for earnings growth across all 16 Zacks industries.

It might be wise to buy stocks that have already proven themselves to be winners in the 2026 market conditions. The momentum stocks this screen puts on your radar have also seen strong upward earnings revisions, earning them a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) right now.

Let’s dive into how investors can find the best "Strong Buy" momentum stocks to buy in July as the second-quarter earnings season begins to heat up. 

Screen Basics: Finding Top Momentum Stocks to BuyThe screen we are looking into today comes loaded with the Research Wizard. The screen helps investors dig through all of the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks, of which there are over 200 at any given time, to find some of the top momentum names.

The screen narrows down the list of Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocksto those with upward price momentum that are also trading within 20% of their 52-week highs. The screen then uses the PEG ratio and the Price to Sales ratio to help make sure investors are getting value as well. The screen then makes your life a little easier and narrows it down to just seven stock picks.

The screen basics are listed below…

·       Zacks Rank = #1 (Strong Buy)

·       Current Price/52-week High >= 0.8

·       PEG Ratio: P/E F(1)/EPS Growth <= 1

·       Price/Sales <= 3

·       Percentage Change Price -12 Weeks = Top # 7

This strategy comes loaded with the Research Wizard and it is called bt_sow_momentum_method1 It can be found in the SoW (Screen of the Week) folder.

The screen is simple, yet powerful. Here is one of the seven stocks that made it through this week's screen…

Buy Soaring Logistics Stock ARCB or Growth, Value, and Breakout PotentialArcBest (ARCB - Free Report)  is a major logistics and freight company that moves goods for businesses across the U.S. and globally. It offers less-than-truckload shipping, full truckload, expedited delivery, international transport, managed logistics, and beyond. Think of it as a one-stop shop that helps manufacturers, retailers, and others get products from factories or warehouses to stores or customers as efficiently as possible.

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ARCB is projected to bounce back after a tough post-Covid boom stretch, with its fiscal 2026 revenue projected to jump 13% YoY and another 7.4% next year to reach $4.85 billion. Better yet, it’s projected to grow its adjusted earnings per share by 65% in 2026 and 42% in FY27 to reach $8.68 a share, based on the most recent Zacks estimates.

ArcBest is expected to easily double its EPS between 2025 and 2027. Plus, there is room for even more upside, with its most accurate estimates for 2026 and 2027 coming in 23% above its already improved consensus estimates. ARCB’s overall upward earnings revision trend helps it earn its Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).

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The dividend-paying logistics and transportation firm’s Transportation – Truck industry ranks in the top 6% of nearly 250 Zacks industries, which is critical since studies have shown that roughly half of a stock's price movement can be attributed to a stock's industry group. Better still, the top 50% of Zacks Ranked Industries outperforms the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.

ARCB stock has soared 100% YTD as part of a 750% run in the past decade to blow away its highly ranked industry’s 380%. The stock is holding its ground at its 50-day moving average and its previous 2024 highs. It transportation and logistics standout trades at a nearly 50% discount to its own peaks and 41% below its industry at 19.9X forward 12-month earnings. 

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Key Takeaways Aveanna Healthcare combines discounted PEG and P/E ratios with a 14.9% long-term expected growth rate. ARCB pairs low PEG and P/E metrics with a 37.7% five-year historical growth rate.Ternium offers discounted PEG and P/E ratios alongside a 52.8% long-term expected growth rate. In the equity market, investments need to be prudently hedged to overcome uncertainties and limit losses related to external shocks. A question that often arises is whether one should resort to a value strategy that seeks discounted stocks or opt for growth investing in times of extreme market instability.

The investing track of the Oracle of Omaha over the past few decades and his gradual shift from being a pure-play value investor to a GARP (growth at a reasonable price) investor might give us all the answers.

Per the GARP theory, the strategic mingling of growth and value-investing principles gives us a hybrid strategy, offering an ideal investment by utilizing the best features of both. What GARPers look for is whether or not the stocks are somewhat undervalued and have solid, sustainable growth potential (Investopedia).

Several stocks that have surged significantly in recent years have demonstrated the overwhelming success of this hybrid investing strategy over pure-play value and growth investments. Here, we will discuss the success of three such stocks. These are Aveanna Healthcare (AVAH - Free Report) , ArcBest Corporation (ARCB - Free Report) and Ternium (TX - Free Report) .

A Few More Words on GARP

GARP investing gives priority to one of the popular value metrics — the price/earnings growth (PEG) ratio. Although it is categorized under value investing, this strategy follows the principles of both growth and value investing.

The PEG ratio is defined as (Price/ Earnings)/Earnings Growth Rate

It relates the stocks’ P/E ratios to the future earnings growth rates.

While P/E alone gives an idea of stocks that are trading at a discount, PEG, while adding the growth element to it, helps identify stocks with solid future potential.

A lower PEG ratio, preferably less than 1, is always better for GARP investors.

Say, for example, if a stock's P/E ratio is 10 and the expected long-term growth rate is 15%, the company's PEG will come down to 0.66, a ratio indicating both undervaluation and future growth potential.

Unfortunately, this ratio is often neglected due to investors' limitations in calculating the future earnings growth rate of a stock.

There are some drawbacks to using the PEG ratio, though. It does not consider the very common situation of changing growth rates, such as the forecast of the first three years at a very high growth rate, followed by a sustainable but lower growth rate over the long term.

Hence, PEG-based investing can be even more rewarding if some other relevant parameters are also taken into consideration.

Here are the screening criteria for a winning strategy:

PEG Ratio less than X Industry Median

P/E Ratio (using F1) less than X Industry Median (For more accurate valuation purpose)

Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy) (Whether good market conditions or bad, stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2 have a proven history of success.)

Market Capitalization greater than $1 Billion (This helps us to focus on companies that have strong liquidity.)

Average 20-Day Volume greater than 50,000: A substantial trading volume ensures that the stock is easily tradable.

Percentage Change F1 Earnings Estimate Revisions (4 Weeks) greater than 5%: Upward estimate revisions add to the optimism, suggesting further bullishness.

Value Score of less than or equal to B: Our research shows that stocks with a Value Style Score of A or B, when combined with a Zacks Rank #1, 2 or 3 (Hold), offer the best upside potential.

Growth Score of less than or equal to B: Our research shows that stocks with a Growth Style Score of A or B, when combined with a Zacks Rank #1, 2 or 3, offer the best upside potential.

Our PEG-Driven Picks

Here are three stocks that qualified the screening:

Aveanna: The company is a diversified U.S. home care provider offering pediatric and adult healthcare services that enable patients to receive care at home, reducing reliance on hospitals and skilled nursing facilities. Through its Private Duty Services, Home Health & Hospice and Medical Solutions segments, the company provides skilled nursing, therapy, personal care, hospice and medical supply services.

AVAH can be an impressive GARP investment pick with its Zacks Rank #2, a Value Score of A and a Growth Score of A. Apart from a discounted PEG and P/E, the stock has an impressive long-term expected growth rate of 14.9%.

ArcBest: This is an integrated logistics company providing less-than-truckload (LTL) freight services through ABF Freight and asset-light solutions, including truckload brokerage, managed transportation, intermodal, warehousing and international shipping. Operating through its Asset-Based and Asset-Light segments, ArcBest delivers end-to-end supply chain solutions to a diversified customer base across the United States.

ARCB has a Zacks Rank #1, a Value Score of B and a Growth Style Score of B. ArcBest also has an impressive five-year historical growth rate of 37.7%.

You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

Ternium: The company is a leading steel producer operating across Mexico, Brazil, the Southern Region and international markets, manufacturing a wide range of flat and long steel products for industries including automotive and construction. Through its Steel and Mining segments, the company also produces and sells iron ore and pellets while providing engineering and related services.

TX can also be an impressive GARP investment pick with its Zacks Rank #1, a Value Score of A and a Growth Score of B. Apart from a discounted PEG and P/E, the stock also has a solid long-term expected growth rate of 52.8%.

Key Takeaways Aveanna Healthcare is among four PEG-based value picks with a 14.9% five-year expected growth rate. ARCB qualifies with a discounted PEG, Value Score of B and a 37.7% five-year expected growth rate. ORIX joins the screen with a Value Score of A and a 10.1% five-year expected growth rate. At a time when volatility strikes every second day, investors often rely on value investing rather than other options like growth or momentum. As soon as other investors start selling their stocks at a cheaper rate in times of market uncertainty, value investors take this as an opportunity to pick good stocks at a discounted price.

Several stocks that have surged significantly in the recent past have shown the overwhelming success of this pure-play investment strategy. Here, we discuss four such stocks — Aveanna Healthcare (AVAH - Free Report) , ArcBest Corporation (ARCB - Free Report) , Nexa Resources (NEXA - Free Report) and ORIX Corporation (IX - Free Report) .

However, this apparently simple value investment technique has some drawbacks and not understanding the strategy properly may often lead to “value traps.” In such a situation, these value picks start to underperform over the long run as the temporary problems, which once drove the share price down, turn out to be persistent.

There are many value investment yardsticks, such as dividend yield, P/E or P/B, which are simple and can single out whether a stock is trading at a discount.

However, for investors looking to escape such value traps, it is also vital to determine where the stock would be headed in the next 12 to 24 months. Warren Buffett advises these investors to focus on the earnings growth potential of a stock. This is where lies the importance of a not-so-popular value investing metric, the PEG ratio.

PEG Ratio at a GlanceThe PEG ratio is defined as (Price/ Earnings)/Earnings Growth Rate

A low PEG ratio is always better for value investors.

While P/E alone fails to identify a true value stock, PEG helps find the intrinsic value of a stock.

There are some drawbacks to using the PEG ratio. It doesn’t consider the very common situation of changing growth rates, such as the forecast of the first three years at a very high growth rate, followed by a sustainable but lower growth rate over the long term.

Hence, PEG-based investing can turn out to be even more rewarding if some other relevant parameters are also taken into consideration.

Here are some of the screening criteria for a winning strategy:

PEG Ratio less than X Industry Median

P/E Ratio (using F1) less than X Industry Median (for more accurate valuation purposes)

Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy) (Whether good market conditions or bad, stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or 2 have a proven history of success.)

Market Capitalization greater than $1 billion (This helps us to focus on companies that have strong liquidity.)

Average 20-Day Volume greater than 50,000 (A substantial trading volume ensures that the stock is easily tradable.)

Percentage Change F1 Earnings Estimate Revisions (4 Weeks) greater than 5% (Upward estimate revisions add to the optimism, suggesting further bullishness.)

Value Score of less than or equal to B: Our research shows that stocks with a Style Score of A or B when combined with a Zacks Rank #1, 2 or 3 (Hold) offer the best upside potential. 

Our PEG-Driven PicksHere are four stocks that qualified the screening:

Aveanna Healthcare: This is a diversified U.S. home healthcare company providing pediatric and adult care through home-based services. Aveanna Healthcare operates across Private Duty Services, Home Health & Hospice and Medical Solutions, helping patients receive skilled nursing, therapy and personal care at home while reducing hospital and nursing facility use.

AVAH currently has a Zacks Rank #2 and a Value Score of A. Aveanna Healthcare also has an impressive five-year expected growth rate of 14.9%.

ArcBest: Headquartered in Fort Smith, AR, ArcBest is an integrated logistics company offering less-than-truckload shipping through ABF Freight and asset-light services, including truck brokerage, managed transportation, intermodal, warehousing and international logistics. It operates through Asset-Based and Asset-Light segments, providing integrated supply chain solutions for diverse customer shipping needs.

ArcBest currently has a Zacks Rank #1 and a Value Score of B. ARCB also has an impressive five-year expected growth rate of 37.7%. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

Nexa: Headquartered in Luxembourg, Nexa is a global zinc mining and smelting company operating through the Mining and Smelting segments. It owns polymetallic mines in Peru and Brazil, zinc smelters in both countries and produces zinc, gold, sulfuric acid and other metals and by-products for industrial markets.

Apart from a discounted PEG and P/E, Nexa currently has a Zacks Rank #1 and a Value Score of A. NEXA has a long-term historical growth rate of 49%.

ORIX: It provides diversified financial services across Japan, the United States and other global markets. ORIX operates across businesses including leasing, real estate, private equity, renewable energy, insurance, banking, consumer finance and aircraft, ship, investment and asset management services.

ORIX has a Zacks Rank #1 and a Value Score of A. IX also has an impressive five-year expected growth rate of 10.1%.

FORT SMITH, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB) will release its second quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. A conference call with company executives will be held that day at 9:30 a.m. ET (8:30 a.m. CT) to discuss these results. Interested parties are invited to listen by dialing (800) 715-9871 and entering conference ID 6423434. A live webcast will also be available on ArcBest's website at arcb.com. A replay of the call will be availab.

Key Takeaways ARCB shares have rallied sharply, shifting the question to whether execution can meet expectations.ArcBest's earnings estimates point higher, with 2026 EPS seen at $5.87 and 2027 EPS at $8.51. ARCB trades at 0.7X forward sales, with low leverage and shareholder returns supporting the thesis. ArcBest Corporation (ARCB - Free Report) is no longer a simple recovery story. Shares have already surged, and investors now have to decide whether earnings momentum can justify the higher bar.

The answer is balanced. ARCB still has estimate support, a reasonable sales-based valuation and financial flexibility, but freight demand and inflation risks can still interrupt the rebound.

ARCB Rally Has Raised the BarARCB shares have risen 45.6% in the past three months and 93.6% over the past year, surpassing the  Zacks Transportation-Truck industry and the broader Zacks Transportation sector over both periods.

A rally of that size changes the setup. The question is less about whether ArcBest is recovering and more about whether execution can keep pace with expectations.

ArcBest Estimates Still Point HigherThe bullish case still has support from earnings data. ArcBest delivered an 18.5% earnings surprise in the last reported quarter, while its Earnings ESP stands at +14.36%.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has moved 11% higher in the past four weeks. Earnings are expected to rise to $5.87 per share in 2026 and $8.51 in 2027, suggesting a meaningful rebound if pricing discipline, productivity gains and Asset-Light improvement continue.

See how the Zacks Consensus Estimate for ARCB’s earnings has been revised over the past 90 days.

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ARCB Valuation Still Looks ReasonableThe valuation argument is not just about the stock’s recent gain. ARCB trades at 0.7X forward 12-month sales, below 2.67X for the Zacks sub-industry, 1.49X for the Zacks Transportation sector and 4.99X for the S&P 500.

That discount leaves room for upside if earnings estimates keep moving higher. The $168 price target is based on 0.81X forward sales, which still implies a valuation below broader market levels.

Old Dominion Freight Line (ODFL - Free Report) remains a useful LTL benchmark because it is a leading less-than-truckload carrier. XPO, Inc. (XPO - Free Report) is another relevant comparison, given its large North American asset-based LTL platform.

ArcBest Balance Sheet Supports the ThesisArcBest’s balance sheet adds support to the investment case. The company has low leverage, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.10.

It exited the March quarter with $86.4 million in cash and short-term investments. ArcBest also returned more than $10 million to shareholders through buybacks and dividends during the quarter, while continuing to fund high-return projects.

ARCB Risks Could Cap Near-Term UpsideRisks have not disappeared. End markets remain soft, and a heavier shipment mix has pressured billed revenue per hundredweight even as weight per shipment improved.

Cost inflation is another concern. Wage, fuel and depreciation pressures weighed on operating performance, while Asset-Light margins remain sensitive to purchased transportation costs, which were roughly 86% of revenues in the March quarter.

Why ArcBest’s Signals Still Lean PositiveThe bottom line: ARCB still looks attractive, but not risk-free. The rally has raised expectations, yet estimate revisions, valuation and balance sheet strength still support the case for remaining upside.

ArcBest currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), along with a VGM Score of B, Value Score of C, Growth Score of C and Momentum Score of B. The rank points to favorable near-term earnings-revision trends, while the B-rated VGM and Momentum profiles support the view that the stock’s setup remains constructive after a sharp move higher. 

You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.  

Momentum investors typically don't time the market or "buy low and sell high." In other words, they avoid betting on cheap stocks and waiting long for them to recover. Instead, they believe that "buying high and selling higher" is the way to make far more money in lesser time.

Everyone likes betting on fast-moving trending stocks, but it isn't easy to determine the right entry point. These stocks often lose momentum when their future growth potential fails to justify their swelled-up valuation. In that phase, investors find themselves invested in shares that have limited to no upside or even a downside. So, betting on a stock just by looking at the traditional momentum parameters could be risky at times.

A safer approach could be investing in bargain stocks with recent price momentum. While the Zacks Momentum Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system) helps identify great momentum stocks by paying close attention to trends in a stock's price or earnings, our 'Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain' screen comes handy in spotting fast-moving stocks that are still attractively priced.

There are several stocks that currently pass through the screen and ArcBest (ARCB - Free Report) is one of them. Here are the key reasons why this stock is a great candidate.

A dash of recent price momentum reflects growing interest of investors in a stock. With a four-week price change of 8.9%, the stock of this freight transportation and logistics company is certainly well-positioned in this regard.

While any stock can see a spike in price for a short period, it takes a real momentum player to deliver positive returns for a longer time frame. ARCB meets this criterion too, as the stock gained 45.7% over the past 12 weeks.

Moreover, the momentum for ARCB is fast paced, as the stock currently has a beta of 1.55. This indicates that the stock moves 55% higher than the market in either direction.

Given this price performance, it is no surprise that ARCB has a Momentum Score of A, which indicates that this is the right time to enter the stock to take advantage of the momentum with the highest probability of success.

In addition to a favorable Momentum Score, an upward trend in earnings estimate revisions has helped ARCB earn a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). Our research shows that the momentum-effect is quite strong among Zacks Rank #1 and #2 stocks. That's because as covering analysts raise their earnings estimates for a stock, more and more investors take an interest in it, helping its price race to keep up. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>>

Most importantly, despite possessing fast-paced momentum features, ARCB is trading at a reasonable valuation. In terms of Price-to-Sales ratio, which is considered as one of the best valuation metrics, the stock looks quite cheap now. ARCB is currently trading at 0.80 times its sales. In other words, investors need to pay only 80 cents for each dollar of sales.

So, ARCB appears to have plenty of room to run, and that too at a fast pace.

In addition to ARCB, there are several other stocks that currently pass through our 'Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain' screen. You may consider investing in them and start looking for the newest stocks that fit these criteria.

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ArcBest (ARCB - Free Report) could be a solid choice for investors given its recent upgrade to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). This upgrade primarily reflects an upward trend in earnings estimates, which is one of the most powerful forces impacting stock prices.

The sole determinant of the Zacks rating is a company's changing earnings picture. The Zacks Consensus Estimate -- the consensus of EPS estimates from the sell-side analysts covering the stock -- for the current and following years is tracked by the system.

Individual investors often find it hard to make decisions based on rating upgrades by Wall Street analysts, since these are mostly driven by subjective factors that are hard to see and measure in real time. In these situations, the Zacks rating system comes in handy because of the power of a changing earnings picture in determining near-term stock price movements.

Therefore, the Zacks rating upgrade for ArcBest basically reflects positivity about its earnings outlook that could translate into buying pressure and an increase in its stock price.

Most Powerful Force Impacting Stock PricesThe change in a company's future earnings potential, as reflected in earnings estimate revisions, and the near-term price movement of its stock are proven to be strongly correlated. The influence of institutional investors has a partial contribution to this relationship, as these big professionals use earnings and earnings estimates to calculate the fair value of a company's shares. An increase or decrease in earnings estimates in their valuation models simply results in higher or lower fair value for a stock, and institutional investors typically buy or sell it. Their transaction of large amounts of shares then leads to price movement for the stock.

Fundamentally speaking, rising earnings estimates and the consequent rating upgrade for ArcBest imply an improvement in the company's underlying business. Investors should show their appreciation for this improving business trend by pushing the stock higher.

Harnessing the Power of Earnings Estimate RevisionsAs empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock movements, tracking such revisions for making an investment decision could be truly rewarding. Here is where the tried-and-tested Zacks Rank stock-rating system plays an important role, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions.

The Zacks Rank stock-rating system, which uses four factors related to earnings estimates to classify stocks into five groups, ranging from Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) to Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive externally-audited track record, with Zacks Rank #1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .

Earnings Estimate Revisions for ArcBestThis freight transportation and logistics company is expected to earn $5.87 per share for the fiscal year ending December 2026, which represents no year-over-year change.

Analysts have been steadily raising their estimates for ArcBest. Over the past three months, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the company has increased 23.2%.

Bottom LineUnlike the overly optimistic Wall Street analysts whose rating systems tend to be weighted toward favorable recommendations, the Zacks rating system maintains an equal proportion of "buy" and "sell" ratings for its entire universe of more than 4,000 stocks at any point in time. Irrespective of market conditions, only the top 5% of the Zacks-covered stocks get a "Strong Buy" rating and the next 15% get a "Buy" rating. So, the placement of a stock in the top 20% of the Zacks-covered stocks indicates its superior earnings estimate revision feature, making it a solid candidate for producing market-beating returns in the near term.

You can learn more about the Zacks Rank here >>>

The upgrade of ArcBest to a Zacks Rank #1 positions it in the top 5% of the Zacks-covered stocks in terms of estimate revisions, implying that the stock might move higher in the near term.

Investors might want to bet on ArcBest (ARCB - Free Report) , as it has been recently upgraded to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). This upgrade is essentially a reflection of an upward trend in earnings estimates -- one of the most powerful forces impacting stock prices.

The sole determinant of the Zacks rating is a company's changing earnings picture. The Zacks Consensus Estimate -- the consensus of EPS estimates from the sell-side analysts covering the stock -- for the current and following years is tracked by the system.

Since a changing earnings picture is a powerful factor influencing near-term stock price movements, the Zacks rating system is very useful for individual investors. They may find it difficult to make decisions based on rating upgrades by Wall Street analysts, as these are mostly driven by subjective factors that are hard to see and measure in real time.

Therefore, the Zacks rating upgrade for ArcBest basically reflects positivity about its earnings outlook that could translate into buying pressure and an increase in its stock price.

Most Powerful Force Impacting Stock PricesThe change in a company's future earnings potential, as reflected in earnings estimate revisions, has proven to be strongly correlated with the near-term price movement of its stock. The influence of institutional investors has a partial contribution to this relationship, as these big professionals use earnings and earnings estimates to calculate the fair value of a company's shares. An increase or decrease in earnings estimates in their valuation models simply results in higher or lower fair value for a stock, and institutional investors typically buy or sell it. Their transaction of large amounts of shares then leads to price movement for the stock.

For ArcBest, rising earnings estimates and the consequent rating upgrade fundamentally mean an improvement in the company's underlying business. And investors' appreciation of this improving business trend should push the stock higher.

Harnessing the Power of Earnings Estimate RevisionsAs empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock movements, tracking such revisions for making an investment decision could be truly rewarding. Here is where the tried-and-tested Zacks Rank stock-rating system plays an important role, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions.

The Zacks Rank stock-rating system, which uses four factors related to earnings estimates to classify stocks into five groups, ranging from Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) to Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive externally-audited track record, with Zacks Rank #1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .

Earnings Estimate Revisions for ArcBestFor the fiscal year ending December 2026, this freight transportation and logistics company is expected to earn $5.17 per share, which is unchanged compared with the year-ago reported number.

Analysts have been steadily raising their estimates for ArcBest. Over the past three months, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the company has increased 5.6%.

Bottom LineUnlike the overly optimistic Wall Street analysts whose rating systems tend to be weighted toward favorable recommendations, the Zacks rating system maintains an equal proportion of "buy" and "sell" ratings for its entire universe of more than 4,000 stocks at any point in time. Irrespective of market conditions, only the top 5% of the Zacks-covered stocks get a "Strong Buy" rating and the next 15% get a "Buy" rating. So, the placement of a stock in the top 20% of the Zacks-covered stocks indicates its superior earnings estimate revision feature, making it a solid candidate for producing market-beating returns in the near term.

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The upgrade of ArcBest to a Zacks Rank #1 positions it in the top 5% of the Zacks-covered stocks in terms of estimate revisions, implying that the stock might move higher in the near term.

Investors might want to bet on ArcBest (ARCB - Free Report) , as earnings estimates for this company have been showing solid improvement lately. The stock has already gained solid short-term price momentum, and this trend might continue with its still improving earnings outlook.

Analysts' growing optimism on the earnings prospects of this freight transportation and logistics company is driving estimates higher, which should get reflected in its stock price. After all, empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements. Our stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- is principally built on this insight.

The five-grade Zacks Rank system, which ranges from a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) to a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive externally-audited track record of outperformance, with Zacks #1 Ranked stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 2008.

Consensus earnings estimates for the next quarter and full year have moved considerably higher for ArcBest, as there has been strong agreement among the covering analysts in raising estimates.

The chart below shows the evolution of forward 12-month Zacks Consensus EPS estimate:

12 Month EPS

Current-Quarter Estimate RevisionsFor the current quarter, the company is expected to earn $1.66 per share, which is a change of +22.1% from the year-ago reported number.

Over the last 30 days, three estimates have moved higher for ArcBest while one has gone lower. As a result, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased 20.14%.

Current-Year Estimate RevisionsFor the full year, the earnings estimate of $5.17 per share represents a change of +39.7% from the year-ago number.

The revisions trend for the current year also appears quite promising for ArcBest, with four estimates moving higher over the past month compared to one negative revision. The consensus estimate has also received a boost over this time frame, increasing 8.36%.

Favorable Zacks RankThanks to promising estimate revisions, ArcBest currently carries a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). The Zacks Rank is a tried-and-tested rating tool that helps investors effectively harness the power of earnings estimate revisions and make the right investment decision.

You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

Our research shows that stocks with Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and 2 (Buy) significantly outperform the S&P 500.

Bottom LineInvestors have been betting on ArcBest because of its solid estimate revisions, as evident from the stock's 26.9% gain over the past four weeks. As its earnings growth prospects might push the stock higher, you may consider adding it to your portfolio right away.

Investors looking for stocks in the Transportation - Truck sector might want to consider either ArcBest (ARCB - Free Report) or Saia (SAIA - Free Report) . But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors? We'll need to take a closer look to find out.

There are plenty of strategies for discovering value stocks, but we have found that pairing a strong Zacks Rank with an impressive grade in the Value category of our Style Scores system produces the best returns. The Zacks Rank favors stocks with strong earnings estimate revision trends, and our Style Scores highlight companies with specific traits.

ArcBest has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy), while Saia has a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) right now. Investors should feel comfortable knowing that ARCB likely has seen a stronger improvement to its earnings outlook than SAIA has recently. However, value investors will care about much more than just this.

Value investors are also interested in a number of tried-and-true valuation metrics that help show when a company is undervalued at its current share price levels.

The Style Score Value grade factors in a variety of key fundamental metrics, including the popular P/E ratio, P/S ratio, earnings yield, cash flow per share, and a number of other key stats that are commonly used by value investors.

ARCB currently has a forward P/E ratio of 21.88, while SAIA has a forward P/E of 36.22. We also note that ARCB has a PEG ratio of 0.63. This figure is similar to the commonly-used P/E ratio, with the PEG ratio also factoring in a company's expected earnings growth rate. SAIA currently has a PEG ratio of 1.97.

Another notable valuation metric for ARCB is its P/B ratio of 2. The P/B ratio is used to compare a stock's market value with its book value, which is defined as total assets minus total liabilities. For comparison, SAIA has a P/B of 4.11.

These are just a few of the metrics contributing to ARCB's Value grade of B and SAIA's Value grade of D.

ARCB sticks out from SAIA in both our Zacks Rank and Style Scores models, so value investors will likely feel that ARCB is the better option right now.

Investors interested in stocks from the Transportation - Truck sector have probably already heard of ArcBest (ARCB) and XPO (XPO). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?

ArcBest (Nasdaq: ARCB), an integrated logistics company, today announced the launch of ArcBest View™, a new digital logistics platform designed around how

If you are looking for stocks that have gained strong momentum recently but are still trading at reasonable prices, ArcBest (ARCB) could be a great choice. It is one of the several stocks that passed through our 'Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain' screen.

ArcBest (ARCB) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock suggests that there could be more strength down the road.

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