JBHT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
JBHT - JB Hunt Transport Services Inc
$207.14
1.55 (0.75%)
▲
5d:
+2.15%
30d:
-11.25%
90d:
+4.47%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 27, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 21, 2026
21d
Smart Money Accumulation
JBHT is down 6.2% this week, but smart money is accumulating calls. Top strike: $210 2026-05-15 with 1,029 OI. Call ratio: 69% View Scanner →
Strength: 4.9/10
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: JBHT shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 2.7% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: JBHT shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 2.7% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$402.25
Based on 13.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$249.77
17.1% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: JBHT is currently trading at $207.14, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $202.20 to $226.44. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 23.4) is in line with its historical norms (25.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.7% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 23.6% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, JBHT is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $210.77. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: JBHT has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (13th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, JBHT is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $210.77. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: JBHT has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (13th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Fair Price Range
$202.20 -
$226.44
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
13th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
61.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 13th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($211.26)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$202.20 -
$226.44
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$12.72
(6.1%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$193.94
Resistance Level
$210.77
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
23.41
Wall Street Target
$211.26
(+2.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-1.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
23.6%
Profit Margin
5.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
23.4 vs 25.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$200.04
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$194.64
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$189.38
(-8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 23→25)
$205.52
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 23.4, Growth: 22.1%)
$373.93
(+82%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.4, Growth: 22.1%)
$357.87
(+74%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 22.1%)
$304.19
(+48%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (33x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (23x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 32.67 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.12
Bull Case
$315.55
(+56%)
Analyst growth 43.5%, PE expands to 35.9
Base Case
$286.86
(+42%)
Market implied 43.5%, PE stable at 32.7
Bear Case
$135.95
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 27.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 23.4 to 25.4
Stabilization Target:
$223.11
(+8.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+8.5%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: March 30, 2026 11:47 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
15
Sells
Net
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