Saia Inc (SAIA)vsWerner Enterprises Inc (WERN)
SAIA
Saia Inc
$344.36
+4.27%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.81B
WERN
Werner Enterprises Inc
$29.14
+0.94%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Saia Inc generates 9% more annual revenue ($3.23B vs $2.97B). SAIA leads profitability with a 7.9% profit margin vs -0.5%. SAIA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.87. WERN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
SAIA
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
WERN
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-500.4%
Fair Value
$64.74
Current Price
$344.36
$279.62 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WERN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.1% revenue growth
7.9% margin — thin
3.8% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SAIA
The strongest argument for SAIA centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : WERN
The strongest argument for WERN centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : SAIA
The primary concerns for SAIA are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WERN
The primary concerns for WERN are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SAIA profiles as a value stock while WERN is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SAIA carries more volatility with a beta of 2.03 — expect wider price swings.
SAIA is growing revenue faster at 0.1% — sustainability is the question.
SAIA generates stronger free cash flow (37M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WERN scores higher overall (47/100 vs 44/100). 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.
Saia Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Saia, Inc., is a transportation company in North America. The company is headquartered in Johns Creek, Georgia.
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INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Werner Enterprises, Inc., a transportation and logistics company, is engaged in the transportation of general freight shipments in interstate and intrastate commerce in the United States, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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