Forward Air Corporation (FWRD)

Industrials
$21.33▲ 0.27 (1.28%)
Real-time prices · US Markets
Earnings in 4dMay 7, 2026
Bearish
4.8 / 10
Consensus analyst target of $35.00 is 64% above current price.
currently unprofitable (-4% margin).
Quality
3.1
Health
4
Growth
5.1
Valuation
6.9
Sentiment
5.2
Analyst Target
$35.00
▲ +64.1% from current

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Fundamentals

Trailing P/E
price-to-earnings
Forward P/E
73.6×
next 12 months est.
Market Cap
$692M
market capitalization
Div Yield
dividend yield
Profit Margin
-4.3%
net profit margin
Gross Margin
19.7%
revenue minus COGS
ROE
-63.3%
return on equity
Beta
1.47
vs S&P 500
Price / Book
P/B ratio
52-Week Range
$15 — $32
annual min — max

EPS — Estimate vs Actual

Frequently Asked Questions

Is FWRD a good stock to buy right now?
Forward Air Corporation's Q·Score is 4.8/10 (Bearish), reflecting its current fundamentals, analyst data, and valuation metrics. Consensus analyst target of $35.00 is 64% above current price. Key area to monitor: currently unprofitable (-4% margin). This is an informational data summary only and does not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decision.
What is the analyst price target for FWRD?
The consensus price target for FWRD is $35.00, based on ratings from 3 Wall Street analysts. This is 64.1% above the current price of $21.33. Price targets are forward-looking estimates and not guarantees of future performance.
Is FWRD overvalued or undervalued?
Forward Air Corporation (FWRD) scores in line with sector averages on valuation metrics. Its forward P/E ratio stands at 73.6×. The consensus analyst price target of $35.00 is 64% above the current price.
When does Forward Air Corporation report its next earnings?
Forward Air Corporation is scheduled to report earnings in 4 days, on May 7, 2026.
What is Forward Air Corporation's profit margin?
Forward Air Corporation has a net profit margin of -4.3%, indicating the company is currently operating at a net loss. Its gross margin stands at 19.7%, reflecting a more cost-intensive business model.
Is Forward Air Corporation's revenue growing?
Forward Air Corporation is reporting revenue declining 0.3% year-over-year.
How much debt does Forward Air Corporation have?
Forward Air Corporation has a debt-to-equity ratio of 13.36×, reflecting a high debt-to-equity ratio, which increases financial risk especially in rising rate environments. Its current ratio is 1.22×, suggesting it should be monitored for near-term liquidity.