Heartland Express Inc (HTLD)vsSchneider National Inc (SNDR)
HTLD
Heartland Express Inc
$15.52
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.22B
SNDR
Schneider National Inc
$37.09
+1.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Schneider National Inc generates 644% more annual revenue ($5.67B vs $762.54M). SNDR leads profitability with a 1.7% profit margin vs -5.7%. HTLD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.68. SNDR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 36/100 (F).
HTLD
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
SNDR
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.4%
Fair Value
$16.98
Current Price
$15.52
$1.46 discount
Margin of Safety
-62.2%
Fair Value
$23.70
Current Price
$37.09
$13.39 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.8% — below average capital efficiency
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HTLD
The strongest argument for HTLD centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : SNDR
The strongest argument for SNDR centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bear Case : HTLD
The primary concerns for HTLD are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SNDR
The primary concerns for SNDR are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 68.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HTLD profiles as a turnaround stock while SNDR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HTLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
SNDR is growing revenue faster at -0.2% — sustainability is the question.
SNDR generates stronger free cash flow (25M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SNDR scores higher overall (36/100 vs 34/100). HTLD offers better value entry with a 30.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Heartland Express Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Heartland Express, Inc., is a short- to medium-haul truck freight carrier in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in North Liberty, Iowa.
Schneider National Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Schneider National, Inc., a surface transportation and logistics solutions company, provides trucking, intermodal and logistics services in North America. The company is headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
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