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2026-10-20 16:43 5d ago
2026-10-20 11:05 5d ago
Werner očekává zisk na akcii 0,37 USD a růst tržeb
WERN Werner Enterprises
FMP Stock News 72
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Wall Street expects a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when Werner Enterprises (WERN - Free Report) reports results for the quarter ended September 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 October 27. 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 transportation company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.37 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +1333.3%.

Revenues are expected to be $956.25 million, up 24% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 1.19% lower 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 Werner?For Werner, 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 +0.14%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #3.

So, this combination indicates that Werner 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 Werner would post earnings of $0.22 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.22, delivering no surprise.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates just once.

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.

Werner 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.

Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar.
2026-08-05 18:53 2mo ago
2026-08-05 14:36 2mo ago
Werner zlepšuje výhled ziskovosti, valuace zůstává vysoká
WERN Werner Enterprises
FMP Stock News 78
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Key Takeaways WERN's earnings outlook is improving as utilization and FirstFleet savings strengthen truckload. WERN's Dedicated fleet was 80% of truckload assets and retained more than 95% of customers. Werner expects over $7M in 2026 FirstFleet savings, but Logistics losses & premium valuation add risk Werner Enterprises (WERN - Free Report) is showing clearer signs of an earnings recovery as pricing, asset utilization and FirstFleet savings strengthen its truckload operations. The improvement has helped rebuild confidence after a difficult freight cycle.

The decision is less straightforward at the current valuation. Logistics remains unprofitable, driver availability is limiting fleet growth and acquisition-related debt keeps execution risk elevated.

Werner’s Earnings Outlook Is StrengtheningThe earnings trajectory is moving in the right direction. Consensus projections call for adjusted earnings per share to move from a loss in 2025 to positive results in 2026 and 2027, reflecting better expectations for the truckload business.

Recent estimate increases add support to that outlook. Dedicated pricing has improved, One-Way revenue per total mile rose 10.4% in the second quarter and restructuring has helped Werner select freight more carefully and use equipment more efficiently.

WERN’s Dedicated Business Adds StabilityDedicated accounted for 80% of Werner’s truckload fleet at the end of the second quarter. The business retained more than 95% of customers, while higher revenue per truck and healthy contract renewals supported earnings visibility.

FirstFleet expanded the Dedicated fleet and increased Werner’s scale in a relatively stable part of trucking. J.B. Hunt Transport Services (JBHT - Free Report) , which also operates a large Dedicated Contract Services business, reported second-quarter 2026 segment revenue and operating income growth of 9%, underscoring the relative resilience of dedicated operations.

Werner’s Risks Could Delay the UpsideWerner Logistics remains a drag. Its adjusted operating margin was negative 1.3% in the second quarter because purchased transportation costs increased faster than customer contracts could be repriced.

Driver availability creates another constraint. Management reduced its 2026 truck-growth forecast, which could delay rebuilding the One-Way fleet and increase recruiting costs. Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings (KNX - Free Report) , one of North America’s largest diversified freight carriers, also competes across truckload and logistics markets where driver supply and freight selection influence returns.

WERN’s Premium Multiple Raises the BarWERN trades above its five-year median forward earnings multiple and at a premium to the broader transportation sector. That valuation assumes the earnings recovery will continue and leaves less room for delays.

Further upside may require sustained truckload margin expansion, successful Logistics repricing and continued FirstFleet savings. Werner generated more than $3 million of FirstFleet-related savings in the first half of 2026 and expects more than $7 million for the full year, but its longer-term $18 million synergy target still depends on execution.

Werner’s Ratings Support a Patient StanceWerner’s operating progress supports a more constructive view, but the premium valuation, Logistics losses, driver constraints and elevated debt argue against treating the recovery as complete. The stock may be better suited to investors willing to monitor execution rather than chase the rebound.

WERN currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). It also has a Growth Score of A, Momentum Score of A, Value Score of B and VGM Score of A, indicating favorable growth and momentum characteristics with reasonably supportive value traits.

The Style Scores complement the Zacks Rank rather than replace it. A Hold ranking can support maintaining an existing position, but it does not provide the stronger near-term signal associated with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or #2 (Buy). For new investors, clearer Logistics improvement or a more attractive entry valuation would strengthen the case.

Currently, WERN carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
2026-07-29 00:44 2mo ago
2026-07-28 20:01 2mo ago
Werner Enterprises ve 2. čtvrtletí 2026 zvýšila tržby o 24 %
WERN Werner Enterprises
FMP Stock News 78
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For the quarter ended June 2026, Werner Enterprises (WERN - Free Report) reported revenue of $933.93 million, up 24% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $0.22, compared to $0.11 in the year-ago quarter.

The reported revenue represents a surprise of +0.16% over the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $932.4 million. With the consensus EPS estimate being $0.22, the company has not delivered EPS surprise.

While investors closely watch year-over-year changes in headline numbers -- revenue and earnings -- and how they compare to Wall Street expectations to determine their next course of action, some key metrics always provide a better insight into a company's underlying performance.

Since these metrics play a crucial role in driving the top- and bottom-line numbers, comparing them with the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated about them helps investors better project a stock's price performance.

Here is how Werner performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts:

Operating Ratio: 98.2% compared to the 95.7% average estimate based on three analysts.Truckload Transportation Services - Operating Ratio: 96.1% versus the three-analyst average estimate of 95.5%.Average trucks in service - Truckload Transportation Services: 8,712 versus the two-analyst average estimate of 9,209.Revenues- Werner Logistics: $211.73 million versus the three-analyst average estimate of $228.54 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of -4.3%.Revenues- Truckload Transportation Services- Trucking fuel surcharge revenues: $120.57 million versus the three-analyst average estimate of $101.13 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +118.4%.Revenues- Truckload Transportation Services- Non-trucking and other: $9.78 million versus the three-analyst average estimate of $9.7 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of -15.3%.Revenues- Truckload Transportation Services: $702.57 million versus $679.53 million estimated by three analysts on average. Compared to the year-ago quarter, this number represents a +35.7% change.Revenues- Truckload Transportation Services- Trucking revenues, net of fuel surcharge: $572.22 million versus the three-analyst average estimate of $568.67 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +26.9%.Operating Income- Werner Logistics: $-3.87 million versus $1.14 million estimated by two analysts on average.Operating Income- Truckload Transportation Services: $27.12 million versus $29.59 million estimated by two analysts on average.View all Key Company Metrics for Werner here>>>

Shares of Werner have returned -7.6% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.7% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), indicating that it could outperform the broader market in the near term.
2026-07-07 19:46 3mo ago
2026-07-07 13:56 3mo ago
Werner je levný a za tři měsíce vzrostl o 35 %
WERN Werner Enterprises
FMP Stock News 78
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Key Takeaways Werner trades at a discount forward P/S ratio compared to its industry average, signaling a cheap valuation.Werner has a consistent track record of paying out dividends since 1987. WERN stock has gained in the past three months, and outperforms its industry and peers like ODFL and KNX. Werner Enterprises, Inc. (WERN - Free Report) looks cheap from a valuation standpoint. Considering the forward 12-month price-to-sales ratio (P/S-F12M), Werner is trading at a discount compared to the industry.

The stock has a forward 12-month P/S-F12M of 0.70X compared with 2.66X for the industry over the past five years. The company’s forward 12-month P/S-F12M ratio is also below the median level of 0.74X over the past five years. These factors indicate that the stock’s valuation is attractive. WERN has a Value Score of A.

Werner P/S Ratio (Forward 12 Months) Vs. Industry Image Source: Zacks Investment Research

Now, the question is whether it is worth buying, holding, or selling the Werner stock at current prices. Let us delve deeper to find out.

Tailwinds Working in Favor of Werner StockWerner's top line continues to benefit from strength across both its Truckload Transportation Services segment and Logistics segment. The company stands strong on the back of its dedicated revenue and fleet size growth, FirstFleet acquisition, improving rates and a robust 95% customer retention rate. Restructuring in its One-Way Truckload business has also helped WERN witness a rise in revenue per truck. Growth in Intermodal and Final Mile is aiding Logistics revenues. With constant cost reduction efforts and focus on safety, service and innovation, Werner is hopeful of delivering improved financial results as market conditions tighten throughout the year.

WERN’s solid balance sheet increases financial flexibility. The company ended first-quarter 2026 with cash and cash equivalents of $61.54 million, higher than the current debt level of $8.60 million. This implies that the company has sufficient cash to meet its current debt obligations. 

Further, Werner’s current ratio (a measure of liquidity) at the end of first-quarter 2026 stood at 1.44, which is higher than the industry's reading of 1.10. The favorable comparison with respect to the current ratio looks encouraging. This may imply that the risk of default is less. Also, a current ratio greater than 1.0 is usually considered good for a company. 

A strong balance sheet enables the company to reward shareholders with dividends and share repurchases. WERN has a consistent track record of paying out dividends since 1987. Dividend-paying stocks like WERN are generally safe bets for creating wealth, as these payouts act as a hedge against economic uncertainty. As a reflection of its shareholder-friendly stance, in 2022, WERN paid dividends of $32.1 million and repurchased shares worth $110.4 million. In 2023, WERN paid dividends of $34.20 million (did not repurchase any shares). In 2024, WERN paid dividends of $35.1 million and repurchased shares worth $67.1 million.

During 2025, WERN paid dividends of $34.1 million and repurchased shares worth $55.5 million. As of March 31, 2026, WERN had 5.0 million shares remaining under its share repurchase authorization. Such shareholder-friendly initiatives should boost investor confidence and positively impact the bottom line.

WERN Stock’s Price PerformanceShares of WERN stock have gained 35.3% over the past three months, outperforming the transportation-truck industry’s 9.8% surge, as well as that of other industry players, Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (ODFL - Free Report) and Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. (KNX - Free Report) within the same time frame.

WERN Stock’s Three-Month Price Comparison Image Source: Zacks Investment Research

What Do Earnings Estimates Say for WERN?The positive sentiment surrounding WERN stock is evident from the fact that the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the third quarter of 2026 and the fourth quarter of 2026 earnings has been revised upward in the past 90 days. The consensus mark for 2026 and 2027 earnings has also been projected northward in the past 90 days.

The favorable estimate revisions indicate brokers’ confidence in the stock.

Image Source: Zacks Investment Research

Time to Buy WERN StockIt is understood that WERN stock is currently attractively valued. Consistent shareholder-friendly initiatives boost investor confidence and positively impact the bottom line. WERN has a consistent track record of paying out dividends since 1987. A solid balance sheet allows the company to continue paying dividends and buying back shares, reflecting its pro-shareholder stance. Apart from being shareholder-friendly, Werner's top line continues to benefit from strength across both its Truckload Transportation Services segment and Logistics segment.

We believe that the positives surrounding the stock (as highlighted throughout the write-up) outweigh the concerns regarding rising expenses related to salaries, wages, and benefits, equipment, maintenance, fuel, and other expenses and driver shortage issues. We, therefore, suggest investors add Werner stock to their portfolios for healthy returns. The company’s Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) further supports our thesis. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.