Forward Air Corporation

Report azionario NasdaqGS:FWRD

Capitalizzazione di mercato: US$435.5m

Forward Air Gestione

Criteri Gestione verificati 0/4

Forward Air Il CEO è Shawn Stewart, nominato in Apr2024, e ha un mandato di 2.17 anni. la retribuzione annua totale è $ 5.56M, composta da 16.2% di stipendio e 83.8% di bonus, comprese azioni e opzioni aziendali. possiede direttamente 0.46% delle azioni della società, per un valore di $ 1.98M. La durata media del mandato del team dirigenziale e del consiglio di amministrazione è rispettivamente 1.2 anni e 2 anni.

Informazioni chiave

Shawn Stewart

Amministratore delegato

US$5.6m

Compenso totale

Percentuale dello stipendio del CEO16.18%
Mandato del CEO2.2yrs
Proprietà del CEO0.5%
Durata media del management1.2yrs
Durata media del Consiglio di amministrazione2yrs

Aggiornamenti recenti sulla gestione

Recent updates

Aggiornamento della narrazione Jun 10

FWRD: Execution On Margins And P/E Assumptions Will Drive Future Upside

Analysts have trimmed their blended price target for Forward Air, citing recent cuts from firms that now see the stock warranting a lower valuation in light of updated assumptions on growth, margins, and future P/E levels. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show that some bullish analysts still see room for Forward Air to execute on its plans even as official price targets are trimmed.
Aggiornamento della narrazione May 27

FWRD: Higher Discount Rate And Profit Margin Assumptions Will Drive Future Upside

Analysts have reduced their price targets for Forward Air by $23, citing updated assumptions around a fair value of $20.00, a higher discount rate of 12.46%, revised revenue growth of 4.63%, a profit margin of 5.08%, and a future P/E of 6.75. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more cautious stance around valuation for Forward Air, with price targets adjusted to reflect updated assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E.
Seeking Alpha May 11

Forward Air: Throwing The Towel On Yet Another Special Situation

Summary Forward Air faces a busted bull case after a failed sale, major customer loss, and Amazon's disruptive logistics entry. FWRD's Q1 2026 revenue and earnings missed expectations, triggering a 43% post-earnings stock drop and return to single-digit prices. Asset sales may help de-lever, but EBITDA could fall sharply; a partial rebound to $15–$16/share requires multiple favorable developments. I am waiting for the opportunity to sell into strength, but this scenario in general has provided me with many insights on how to more cautiously approach special situation stocks.. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Aggiornamento della narrazione May 01

FWRD: Strategic Review Outcome And 2026 EBITDA Multiple Will Drive Upside Potential

Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Forward Air, with recent Street research pointing to modest adjustments tied to an ongoing company review and updated views on earnings potential, including references to the shares trading around 8.5x 2026E EBITDA and perceived value at current levels. Analyst Commentary Recent research has highlighted that some bearish analysts are trimming expectations on Forward Air, pointing to a mix of company specific review outcomes and updated earnings assumptions.
Aggiornamento della narrazione Apr 16

FWRD: Strategic Review And 2026 EBITDA Multiple Will Shape Upside Potential

Narrative update on Forward Air The analyst price target for Forward Air has been trimmed by $1, as analysts factor in updated expectations for revenue growth, profit margins, and forward P/E, while still pointing to perceived value based on the company's current EBITDA multiple and ongoing review process. Analyst Commentary Recent research moves show that some bearish analysts are trimming expectations for Forward Air, with price targets reduced by about $1 in one case and to $42 from $45 in another.
Aggiornamento della narrazione Feb 12

FWRD: Fair Value View Will Highlight Refined Pricing Versus Execution Risk

Analysts have raised their price target on Forward Air by $2, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margin, discount rate, and future P/E that modestly refine their view of the stock's risk and earnings profile. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts are treating the updated price target, including the recent US$2 adjustment, as a fine tuning of risk rather than a strong endorsement of the current setup.
Articolo di analisi Feb 07

Forward Air's (NASDAQ:FWRD) Returns On Capital Not Reflecting Well On The Business

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Aggiornamento della narrazione Jan 25

FWRD: Fair Value View Will Weigh Modest Upside Against Execution Risks

Analysts have raised their price target on Forward Air by $2, citing updated assumptions that include modestly higher revenue growth, slightly improved profit margins, and a marginally lower future P/E multiple in their models. Analyst Commentary While the latest price target move reflects refreshed modeling assumptions, some bearish analysts remain cautious and are using this update to highlight ongoing risks around execution, profitability, and valuation.
Aggiornamento della narrazione Jan 10

FWRD: Fair Value View Balances PE Deal Setback And Future Returns

Analysts have adjusted their price target on Forward Air to US$30.00, reflecting updated assumptions for slightly lower revenue growth, a largely unchanged profit margin outlook, and a marginally higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News Axios Pro reported that no private equity deal for Forward Air is imminent, and shares traded at US$17.05 in Monday afternoon trading, down US$3.09 or 15% (Axios Pro).
Aggiornamento della narrazione Dec 25

FWRD: Higher Required Returns Will Eventually Reward Patient Shareholders

Analysts have trimmed their price target on Forward Air from 32 dollars to 30 dollars, reflecting slightly higher discount rate assumptions, a modestly reduced profit margin outlook, and lower expected future valuation multiples, despite a small uplift in projected revenue growth. What's in the News Forward Air shares fell about 15%, dropping 3.09 dollars to 17.05 dollars after an Axios Pro report indicated no private equity deal is imminent (Axios Pro) The company reported no share repurchases between July 1, 2025 and September 30, 2025, leaving this tranche of its buyback program inactive during the quarter (company filing) Under its February 7, 2019 share repurchase authorization, Forward Air has cumulatively bought back 3,651,380 shares, or 13.39% of its outstanding stock, for a total of 302.47 million dollars (company filing) Valuation Changes The fair value estimate has been reduced modestly from 32 dollars to 30 dollars per share, a cut of about 6 percent.
Aggiornamento della narrazione Dec 11

FWRD: Stable Margins And Buyback Support Will Drive Future Share Price Recovery

Analysts have nudged their price target on Forward Air slightly higher to reflect stable fair value at $34.00, modestly improved long term profit margin expectations, and only minor adjustments to forecast growth and earnings multiples. What's in the News Forward Air shares dropped about 15% to $17.05 after an Axios Pro report indicated that a private equity deal for the company is not imminent (Axios Pro) The company reported no share repurchases between July 1, 2025 and September 30, 2025, despite having an authorized buyback program (company filing) Forward Air has completed repurchasing 3,651,380 shares, representing 13.39% of its outstanding shares, for a total of $302.47 million under the buyback program announced on February 7, 2019 (company filing) Valuation Changes Fair Value Estimate, unchanged at $34.00 per share, indicating no revision to the core valuation anchor.
Articolo di analisi Dec 02

Revenues Tell The Story For Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ:FWRD) As Its Stock Soars 29%

Those holding Forward Air Corporation ( NASDAQ:FWRD ) shares would be relieved that the share price has rebounded 29...
Aggiornamento della narrazione Nov 27

FWRD: Profit Margin Recovery Will Set Stage For Share Price Bounce

Analysts have updated their price target for Forward Air, maintaining it at $34.00 per share. They noted modest adjustments to key financial projections, reflecting recalibrated revenue growth and future profit margin expectations.
Articolo di analisi Nov 10

These 4 Measures Indicate That Forward Air (NASDAQ:FWRD) Is Using Debt In A Risky Way

Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...
Aggiornamento della narrazione Nov 07

FWRD: Share Buyback And Margin Reset Will Drive Rebound

Analysts have lowered their price target for Forward Air from $36.67 to $34.00. They cited shifts in profit margin expectations and updated valuation models as the reasons for this adjustment.
Articolo di analisi Oct 14

It's Down 26% But Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ:FWRD) Could Be Riskier Than It Looks

Forward Air Corporation ( NASDAQ:FWRD ) shares have had a horrible month, losing 26% after a relatively good period...
Articolo di analisi Aug 22

Forward Air (NASDAQ:FWRD) Will Be Hoping To Turn Its Returns On Capital Around

What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? Firstly...
Articolo di analisi Jul 24

Here's Why Forward Air (NASDAQ:FWRD) Is Weighed Down By Its Debt Load

Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...
Articolo di analisi Jun 20

The Market Lifts Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ:FWRD) Shares 34% But It Can Do More

Forward Air Corporation ( NASDAQ:FWRD ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 34% after a shaky period...
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Nuova narrazione May 29

Technology And Integration Will Drive Global Logistics Expansion

Integration of diverse logistics services, global expansion, and strategic cross-selling position Forward Air for substantial long-term growth.
Seeking Alpha Mar 23

Forward Air: Still Not Ready To Move Forward

Summary Forward Air faces significant financial challenges due to high debt from the Omni Logistics acquisition, with shares plummeting and net debt increasing. Despite some sequential improvements, the company's high-interest expenses and uncertain 2025 outlook make the investment highly risky. The company's leverage ratio is dangerously close to covenant limits, exacerbating financial instability amidst a slowing economy. Given the high uncertainties and potential rewards, I remain cautious and see no compelling risk-reward for investing in Forward Air. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Articolo di analisi Feb 03

Forward Air (NASDAQ:FWRD) Could Be Struggling To Allocate Capital

What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term? One...
Articolo di analisi Jan 01

Forward Air (NASDAQ:FWRD) Use Of Debt Could Be Considered Risky

Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...
Seeking Alpha Dec 17

Forward Air: Issues Remain And Valuation Is Stretched (Rating Downgrade)

Summary Forward Air's stock downgraded to sell due to underwhelming results, high financial risks, and tight debt covenants, with a new target price of $22 per share. The Omni merger has failed to meet pro forma EBITDA and cost-saving expectations, highlighting poor execution and inflated valuation multiples. Leverage and debt profile pose significant risks, with the company nearing covenant breaches and needing substantial recovery to avoid financial distress. Valuation multiple is overly generous; a fair multiple adjustment implies a 40% overvaluation, reflecting the high risk of missing future estimates. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Articolo di analisi Dec 06

Not Many Are Piling Into Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ:FWRD) Just Yet

There wouldn't be many who think Forward Air Corporation's ( NASDAQ:FWRD ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.4x is...
Articolo di analisi Oct 02

Forward Air (NASDAQ:FWRD) Could Be Struggling To Allocate Capital

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Seeking Alpha Oct 01

Forward Air: Making Some Progress After A Considerable Mess

Summary Forward Air Corporation's acquisition of Omni Logistics led to significant debt and operating losses, causing a sharp decline in share price and investor confidence. New management has made strides, improving EBITDA and addressing leverage concerns, though the freight market remains soft and earnings are still under pressure. Despite improvements, the company's financial situation remains precarious, with net debt exceeding equity valuation and realistic earnings not yet viable. While the risk-reward ratio has improved, I remain cautious and see no need to take a heroic stance on Forward Air shares. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Articolo di analisi Aug 27

Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ:FWRD) Stock Rockets 27% But Many Are Still Ignoring The Company

Forward Air Corporation ( NASDAQ:FWRD ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 27% gain in the last month...
Seeking Alpha Jul 21

Forward Air: Freight Recession And Omni Drama Do Not Make The Stock Appealing

Summary Forward Air provides expedited less-than-truckload, full truckload, intermodal, and final mile solutions with extensive coverage across the US, Canada, and Mexico. The company's stock has plummeted due to a freight recession, the acquisition of Omni, ongoing litigation, and disappointing financial results. Analysts are expecting a revenue of $651.4 million and a loss of $0.21 per share for Forward Air's Q2 earnings, with a track record of missing estimates. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha May 06

Forward Air: A Show-Me Story That Could Unveil Upside Potential (Rating Upgrade)

Summary Forward Air and Omni completed their merger, but the stock has since declined by 55%. The company experienced leadership changes and stopped issuing guidance, leading to a continued decline in stock price. FWRD stock is now trading to a multiple below 3.5x, compared to previous levels above the sector average of 4.8x. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Feb 11

Forward Air And Its Real Value

Summary Forward Air Corp. has acquired Omni Logistics, leading to concerns about debt and loss of ownership control for shareholders. The company's growth has declined due to supply chain issues and reduced consumer spending. Forward Air is positioned well in the LTL industry and has potential for long-term growth if the merger is successful. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Jan 24

Forward Air: Understated Downside Risk As The Deal Is Set To Close

Summary Forward Air and Omni Logistics have reached a settlement agreement in their legal battle over a merger, with the transaction set to close on similar terms to the original agreement. The deal structure includes the issuance of common and preferred shares, with potential dilution and risks for common shareholders. The deal brings a significant valuation multiples expansion that coupled with higher debt increases the downside risk to around 40%. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Analisi delle retribuzioni degli amministratori delegati

Come è cambiata la remunerazione di Shawn Stewart rispetto agli utili di Forward Air?
DataCompenso totaleStipendioUtili della società
Mar 31 2026n/an/a

-US$91m

Dec 31 2025US$6mUS$900k

-US$108m

Sep 30 2025n/an/a

-US$116m

Jun 30 2025n/an/a

-US$172m

Mar 31 2025n/an/a

-US$826m

Dec 31 2024US$5mUS$588k

-US$837m

Compensazione vs Mercato: La retribuzione totale di Shawn ($USD 5.56M ) è superiore alla media delle aziende di dimensioni simili nel mercato US ($USD 2.48M ).

Compensazione vs guadagni: La retribuzione di Shawn è aumentata nonostante l'azienda non sia redditizia.


AMMINISTRATORE DELEGATO

Shawn Stewart (51 yo)

2.2yrs
Mandato
US$5,561,309
Compensazione

Mr. Shawn Stewart is President, CEO & Director of Forward Air Corporation from July 2025. He was CEO & Director of Forward Air Corporation from April 28, 2024 to July 2025 Mr. Shawn Stewart is Chief Execut...


Gruppo dirigente

NomePosizioneMandatoCompensazioneProprietà
Jérôme Lorrain
Executive Chairman1.7yrsUS$1.65m0.070%
$ 305.2k
Shawn Stewart
President2.2yrsUS$5.56m0.46%
$ 2.0m
Jamie Pierson
Chief Financial Officer2.1yrsUS$3.14m0.29%
$ 1.3m
Michael Hance
Chief Legal Officer & Secretary18.4yrsUS$1.36m0.29%
$ 1.2m
Eric Brandt
Chief Commercial Officer1.4yrsUS$1.30m0.051%
$ 219.9k
James Faught
Chief Accounting Officerno dataNessun dato0.025%
$ 109.5k
Lance Sons
Chief Information Officerless than a yearNessun datoNessun dato
Anthony Carreno
Senior Vice President of Treasury & Investor Relationsno dataNessun datoNessun dato
Douglas Smith
Chief People Officer1.5yrsNessun dato0.042%
$ 183.1k
Timothy Osborne
President of U.S. & Canada Operationsless than a yearNessun dato0.075%
$ 328.1k
Fábio Mendunekas
President of Latin America Operationsless than a yearNessun datoNessun dato
Karl Khambatta
Chief Transformation Officerless than a yearNessun datoNessun dato
1.2yrs
Durata media
52.5yo
Età media

Gestione esperta: Il team dirigenziale di FWRD non è considerato esperto (durata media 1.2 anni), il che suggerisce un nuovo team.


Membri del Consiglio di amministrazione

NomePosizioneMandatoCompensazioneProprietà
Jérôme Lorrain
Executive Chairman1.7yrsUS$1.65m0.070%
$ 305.2k
Shawn Stewart
President2.2yrsUS$5.56m0.46%
$ 2.0m
Robert Edwards
Independent Director2.4yrsUS$230.55k0.022%
$ 94.8k
Christine Gorjanc
Independent Director2yrsUS$240.55k0.042%
$ 184.5k
Dale Boyles
Independent Director2yrsUS$240.00k0.042%
$ 184.5k
Paul Svindland
Lead Independent Director1yrUS$221.57k0.020%
$ 88.6k
Charles Anderson
Independent Director2.4yrsUS$225.00k0%
$ 0
2.0yrs
Durata media
54yo
Età media

Consiglio di amministrazione esperto: Il consiglio di amministrazione di FWRD non è considerato esperto (durata media del mandato 2 anni), il che suggerisce un nuovo consiglio.


Analisi aziendale e situazione dei dati finanziari

DatiUltimo aggiornamento (ora UTC)
Analisi dell'azienda2026/06/17 12:26
Prezzo dell'azione a fine giornata2026/06/17 00:00
Utili2026/03/31
Utili annuali2025/12/31

Fonti dei dati

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PacchettoDatiTempisticaEsempio Fonte USA *
Dati finanziari della società10 anni
  • Conto economico
  • Rendiconto finanziario
  • Bilancio
Stime di consenso degli analisti+3 anni
  • Previsioni finanziarie
  • Obiettivi di prezzo degli analisti
Prezzi di mercato30 anni
  • Prezzi delle azioni
  • Dividendi, scissioni e azioni
Proprietà10 anni
  • Top azionisti
  • Insider trading
Gestione10 anni
  • Team di leadership
  • Consiglio di amministrazione
Sviluppi principali10 anni
  • Annunci aziendali

* Esempio per i titoli statunitensi, per i titoli non statunitensi si utilizzano forme e fonti normative equivalenti.

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Fonti analitiche

Forward Air Corporation è coperta da 19 analisti. 5 di questi analisti ha fornito le stime di fatturato o di utile utilizzate come input per il nostro report. Le stime degli analisti vengono aggiornate nel corso della giornata.

AnalistaIstituzione
Garrett HollandBaird
Christopher KuhnBenchmark Company
Kenneth HoexterBofA Global Research