Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)vsForward Air Corporation (FWRD)
EXPD
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
$143.18
+0.85%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.03B
FWRD
Forward Air Corporation
$16.61
+2.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $488.14M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. generates 344% more annual revenue ($11.07B vs $2.50B). EXPD leads profitability with a 7.3% profit margin vs -4.3%. FWRD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. FWRD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
EXPD
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
FWRD
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-300.1%
Fair Value
$40.46
Current Price
$143.18
$102.72 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FWRD.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 145.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.1x book value
7.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 3.6%
ROE of -63.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 0.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EXPD
The strongest argument for EXPD centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : FWRD
The strongest argument for FWRD centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.66 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EXPD
The primary concerns for EXPD are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : FWRD
The primary concerns for FWRD are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 15.43 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EXPD profiles as a value stock while FWRD is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
FWRD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
FWRD is growing revenue faster at -0.3% — sustainability is the question.
EXPD generates stronger free cash flow (270M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FWRD scores higher overall (50/100 vs 45/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
Expeditors (Expeditors International of Washington) is an American worldwide logistics and freight forwarding company headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
Forward Air Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
Forward Air Corporation is a light freight logistics and transportation company in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Greeneville, Tennessee.
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