Hub Group Inc (HUBG)vsJB Hunt Transport Services Inc (JBHT)
HUBG
Hub Group Inc
$26.68
+1.56%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.62B
JBHT
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc
$222.06
-0.54%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $20.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc generates 257% more annual revenue ($13.33B vs $3.73B). JBHT leads profitability with a 5.1% profit margin vs 2.8%. JBHT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. JBHT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
HUBG
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
JBHT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+2.4%
Fair Value
$43.58
Current Price
$26.68
$16.90 discount
Margin of Safety
-47.7%
Fair Value
$150.32
Current Price
$222.06
$71.74 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 20.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
2.8% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.4% earnings growth
5.1% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HUBG
The strongest argument for HUBG centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : JBHT
The strongest argument for JBHT centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HUBG
The primary concerns for HUBG are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : JBHT
The primary concerns for JBHT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HUBG profiles as a value stock while JBHT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
JBHT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
JBHT is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
JBHT generates stronger free cash flow (219M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JBHT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 54/100) and 20.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Hub Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
Hub Group, Inc., a light asset freight management company, provides intermodal services, truck brokerage, trucking, managed transportation, cargo consolidation, warehousing, last mile delivery, international transportation, and other freight services. logistics in North America. The company is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois.
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. is an American transportation and logistics company based in Lowell, Arkansas.
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