Heartland Express Inc (HTLD)vsSchneider National Inc (SNDR)
HTLD
Heartland Express Inc
$12.34
+1.23%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $935.73M
SNDR
Schneider National Inc
$34.15
+0.68%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Schneider National Inc generates 690% more annual revenue ($5.82B vs $736.28M). SNDR leads profitability with a 1.9% profit margin vs -3.0%. HTLD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.68. SNDR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
HTLD
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
SNDR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+27.2%
Fair Value
$16.24
Current Price
$12.34
$3.90 discount
Margin of Safety
-32.7%
Fair Value
$25.44
Current Price
$34.15
$8.71 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 40.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HTLD
The strongest argument for HTLD centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : SNDR
The strongest argument for SNDR centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 54.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.9% 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 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
SNDR is growing revenue faster at 10.4% — sustainability is the question.
SNDR generates stronger free cash flow (49M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SNDR scores higher overall (55/100 vs 36/100) and 10.4% revenue growth. HTLD offers better value entry with a 27.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" 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.
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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