Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings (KNX) Stock Overview
Operates as a freight transportation company in the United States and Mexico. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 2/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$80.71 |
| 52 Week High | US$80.96 |
| 52 Week Low | US$38.63 |
| Beta | 1.2 |
| 1 Month Change | 26.01% |
| 3 Month Change | 40.81% |
| 1 Year Change | 81.94% |
| 3 Year Change | 47.42% |
| 5 Year Change | 73.79% |
| Change since IPO | 4,145.14% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Jun 08
KNX: Tighter Capacity And LTL Expansion Will Shape Truckload Rate Upcycle
Narrative Update: Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings The updated analyst price target framework for Knight-Swift points to fair value rising from about $64.58 to $76.47. Analysts cite expectations for an improving truckload rate cycle, growing less than truckload contribution, and several industry supply catalysts.
Narrative Update • May 24
KNX: Tight Truckload Capacity Will Outrun Realistic Earnings And Margin Potential
Analysts lifted the implied fair value estimate for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings by about $2 to $56.68 as higher Street price targets and expectations for slightly stronger revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples filtered into the model. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings has leaned positive on valuation and fundamentals, with several firms lifting price targets or upgrading ratings after a period of share price weakness.Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 08
KNX: Tighter Capacity And LTL Expansion Will Shape Truckload Rate Upcycle
Narrative Update: Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings The updated analyst price target framework for Knight-Swift points to fair value rising from about $64.58 to $76.47. Analysts cite expectations for an improving truckload rate cycle, growing less than truckload contribution, and several industry supply catalysts.Narrative Update • May 24
KNX: Tight Truckload Capacity Will Outrun Realistic Earnings And Margin Potential
Analysts lifted the implied fair value estimate for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings by about $2 to $56.68 as higher Street price targets and expectations for slightly stronger revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples filtered into the model. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings has leaned positive on valuation and fundamentals, with several firms lifting price targets or upgrading ratings after a period of share price weakness.Seeking Alpha • May 15
Knight-Swift Transportation: A Rebound Makes Sense, But Valuation Remains A Pothole
Summary Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. faces persistent inflation and rising oil prices, squeezing margins despite benefiting from LTL and TL market undercapacity. KNX's Q1 2026 revenue rose 1.4% YoY to $1.85B, but operating margin declined to 1.4% as cost pressures intensified. Valuation appears stretched: KNX trades at a 1.47x P/S ratio versus a 1.18x average, with target prices ($54.44–$62.99) below current levels. I reiterate a Hold rating on KNX, as technicals show buying room is narrowing and further upside is not supported by fundamentals. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • May 09
We Think You Can Look Beyond Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings' (NYSE:KNX) Lackluster Earnings
The market for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc.'s ( NYSE:KNX ) shares didn't move much after it posted weak...
Narrative Update • May 07
KNX: Tightening Truckload Supply And Rising Spot Rates Will Drive Upside
Analysts raised the Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings fair value estimate by $4 to $79 as they updated their models to reflect revised assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate, and future P/E multiples, in light of a series of recent target increases and upgrades across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings has leaned constructive, with a cluster of raised price targets and multiple upgrades pointing to improving sentiment on execution, earnings power, and the stock's valuation.Narrative Update • Apr 22
KNX: Truckload Recovery Optimism Will Exceed Realistic Earnings And Execution Prospects
Analysts have adjusted the fair value estimate for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings to $54.45 from $51.87, reflecting updated views on trucking demand, profitability, and P/E assumptions following a series of recent price target changes across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings shows a mixed but active debate, with several firms revising price targets and ratings in quick succession.Narrative Update • Apr 05
KNX: Tighter Capacity And Dividend Increases Will Support Freight Recovery Outlook
The analyst price target for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings has edged higher to approximately $64.58 from about $64.26, as analysts factor in slightly lower discount rate assumptions, a small uptick in modeled revenue growth, and a modestly higher future P/E, supported by a recent wave of upgrades and target lifts that cite improving truckload fundamentals and tighter capacity. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings shows a mix of optimism about an improving truckload setup and caution around how much of that recovery is already reflected in the shares.Narrative Update • Mar 22
KNX: Tighter Truckload Capacity And AI Efficiencies Will Support Freight Recovery
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings' analyst fair value estimate has shifted from $63.11 to $64.26 as analysts factor in a series of recent price target increases tied to firmer truckload spot rates and expectations that tightening capacity could support higher one-way truckload pricing. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings shows a mix of optimism about a tightening truckload market and caution about how much of the recovery story may already be reflected in the shares.Narrative Update • Mar 08
KNX: Tightening Truckload Supply And Higher Spot Rates Will Support Upside
The analyst fair value estimate for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings has been raised to $75 from $70. This reflects how analysts are weighing higher truckload spot rates, tighter capacity, and mixed but generally more constructive price target revisions across recent research.Narrative Update • Feb 21
KNX: Seasonal Truckload Headwinds Will Challenge Recently Optimistic Earnings Expectations
The analyst price target for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings has moved from $43.00 to $51.87 as analysts update their views on revenue growth, margins, discount rates, and future P/E expectations in light of recent sector research. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings shows a mix of enthusiasm around a potential truckload recovery and growing caution about how much optimism is already reflected in the shares.Narrative Update • Feb 07
KNX: Tighter Capacity And AI Efficiencies Will Shape A Cautious Freight Recovery
Analysts have nudged their Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings fair value estimate slightly higher to $63.11, reflecting small adjustments to the discount rate, revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, as well as a higher future P/E. This aligns with a mixed batch of recent target changes and rating shifts across the Street.Narrative Update • Jan 23
KNX: Tightening Capacity And AI Efficiencies Will Shape A Gradual Freight Recovery
Analysts have lifted their price target on Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings by about US$7. This reflects updated assumptions around fair value, a slightly lower discount rate, higher revenue growth forecasts, broadly stable profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple informed by recent mixed but generally higher Street targets.Narrative Update • Jan 09
KNX: Tighter Truckload Capacity Into 2026 Will Support Upside Potential
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings to $70.00 from $66.05, reflecting higher price targets across the Street as they factor in a potential truckload supply recovery, tighter capacity into 2026, and a willingness to apply a richer future P/E multiple, even while using more measured assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are leaning into a tighter truckload capacity setup into 2026, and that is coming through in higher valuation markers for Knight-Swift.Narrative Update • Dec 22
KNX: Tariffs And Tightening Capacity Will Gradually Support A Measured Freight Recovery
Analysts have modestly raised their fair value estimate for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings from approximately $53.95 to $56.37 per share as they balance near term demand softness and muted peak season expectations against tightening truckload supply dynamics, incremental EPS upside, and a slightly lower perceived risk profile. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a mixed but gradually improving stance on Knight-Swift, with multiple upgrades offset by modest target cuts as investors recalibrate expectations for a slow freight recovery, tightening truckload capacity, and evolving EPS trajectories into 2025 and 2026.Analysis Article • Dec 18
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. (NYSE:KNX) Stocks Shoot Up 26% But Its P/E Still Looks Reasonable
The Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. ( NYSE:KNX ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting...Narrative Update • Dec 08
KNX: Tariffs And Tightening Truckload Supply Will Gradually Support Freight Cycle Recovery
Analysts have nudged their blended fair value estimate for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings slightly higher to approximately $53.95 from about $53.58 per share, as they weigh modestly improved long term growth and margin assumptions against a mix of recent price target cuts and upgrades tied to muted near term freight conditions, as well as tightening truckload supply dynamics over the medium term. Analyst Commentary Street research on Knight-Swift has turned more mixed, with a cluster of estimate trims and target cuts offset by selective upgrades as investors reassess the timing and strength of a truckload recovery.Narrative Update • Nov 23
KNX: Upcoming Tariffs Will Tighten Supply And Support Market Recovery
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings saw its average analyst price target decline modestly, as analysts cited ongoing industry oversupply and tepid growth as key factors supporting more conservative projections. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has delivered a mix of optimistic and cautious perspectives on Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings, with analysts debating the outlook amid continued industry headwinds and pockets of improving sentiment.Narrative Update • Nov 07
KNX: Supply-Side Catalysts Will Boost Pricing Power Amid New Visa Restrictions
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings' fair value estimate has risen slightly to $53.58. Analysts cite improved profit margin and revenue growth projections, despite mixed sector outlooks and ongoing market uncertainty.Narrative Update • Oct 23
Analysts Cautiously Raise Knight-Swift Price Target Amid Shifting Truckload Market and Valuation Trends
The analyst price target for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings has been modestly raised to $53.25 from $52.21, with analysts citing stabilizing margin expectations and emerging supply-side catalysts in the truckload market as key factors behind the adjustment. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst research reflects a dynamic mix of cautious optimism and ongoing concerns regarding Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings.Narrative Update • Sep 25
LTL Expansion And Onshoring Will Drive Operational Efficiencies
Analysts have lowered Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings’ price target due to persistent weak truckload volumes, a lack of near-term pricing catalysts, and ongoing macroeconomic and trade policy uncertainties, resulting in a revised consensus target of $52.21. Analyst Commentary Sub-seasonal truckload volumes in Q3-to-date and reduced 2025/2026 EPS estimates due to weaker fundamentals.Analysis Article • Aug 07
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings' (NYSE:KNX) Shareholders May Want To Dig Deeper Than Statutory Profit
NYSE:KNX 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings's Fair Values from the Community...Analysis Article • Jul 24
Investors Still Waiting For A Pull Back In Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. (NYSE:KNX)
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 19x, you may...Analysis Article • Jul 03
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings (NYSE:KNX) Will Want To Turn Around Its Return Trends
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Seeking Alpha • Apr 26
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings: Rating Downgrade On Poor Visibility Due To Macro Headwinds
Summary I am downgrading Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings to a hold rating due to deteriorating macro conditions and reduced visibility on earnings and volumes. KNX's 1Q25 results showed strong margin recovery and operational progress, but revenue growth remains muted and macro uncertainty clouds the outlook. The TL segment shows signs of recovery with improved pricing and cost reductions, but volume declines and fleet size reductions pose risks. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 05
Knight-Swift Transportation: Time To Buy Some
Summary Knight-Swift Transportation, Inc. maintains stable profitability despite weaker revenues due to operational efficiency and prudent pricing strategies. The company boasts excellent liquidity, young tractors and trailers, and strategic capacity changes, positioning it well for market recovery and potential expansion. E-commerce growth and potential delays in OPEC oil supply hikes could bolster demand and fuel surcharge revenues for KNX. Despite recent stock downtrend, KNX is fairly valued with a potential upside of 5-15%, making it a good buy opportunity. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 19
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings: Taking A More Cautious Approach (Rating Downgrade)
Summary I am downgrading Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings stock to a ‘hold’ due to declining revenue, profits, and cash flows, despite previous optimism. Revenue fell from $7.43 billion to $7.14 billion, with significant declines in the Logistics and Intermodal segments, impacting overall profitability. Despite some growth in the Truckload and LTL segments, the company's financial health remains weak, with net income and adjusted profits plummeting. Future performance hinges on upcoming Q4 2024 results; if earnings and cash flows improve significantly, I may reconsider my rating. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 25
Knight-Swift Transportation: Rating Downgrade Until I See More Evidence Of Earnings Turnaround
Summary I downgraded my rating for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings from buy to hold due to weak macroeconomic conditions and poor 3Q24 performance. KNX's revenue fell by 7.1% y/y, with trucking revenue down 7.6% and logistic revenue down 10%, indicating near-term recovery is unlikely. The current 26x forward PE valuation is high, reflecting market optimism, but any negative macro data could significantly impact the stock price. Investors should remain cautious and wait for more favorable macroeconomic indicators and stronger evidence of a turnaround before investing in KNX. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Aug 25
US Xpress Acquisition And Critical Investments Set To Boost Margins And Revenue Growth
Strategic acquisitions and disciplined pricing are enhancing revenue growth and operational efficiency, promising improved net margins.Shareholder Returns
| KNX | US Transportation | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 3.6% | 0.7% | -2.7% |
| 1Y | 81.9% | 14.1% | 22.5% |
Return vs Industry: KNX exceeded the US Transportation industry which returned 14.6% over the past year.
Return vs Market: KNX exceeded the US Market which returned 22.7% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| KNX volatility | |
|---|---|
| KNX Average Weekly Movement | 6.1% |
| Transportation Industry Average Movement | 6.0% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.6% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: KNX has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: KNX's weekly volatility (6%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 37,100 | Adam Miller | knight-swift.com |
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a freight transportation company in the United States and Mexico. The company operates through four segments: Truckload, LTL, Logistics, and Intermodal. The Truckload segment offers irregular route, dedicated, refrigerated, flatbed, expedited, and cross-border services.
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| KNX fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$12.77b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$33.99m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$7.50b |
385.8x
P/E Ratio1.7x
P/S RatioIs KNX overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| KNX income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$7.50b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$5.69b |
| Gross Profit | US$1.80b |
| Other Expenses | US$1.77b |
| Earnings | US$33.99m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.21 |
| Gross Margin | 24.02% |
| Net Profit Margin | 0.45% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 24.8% |
How did KNX perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
1.0%
Current Dividend Yield353%
Payout RatioDoes KNX pay a reliable dividends?
See KNX dividend history and benchmarks| Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | Jun 08 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Jun 22 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 1 day |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 13 days |
Does KNX pay a reliable dividends?
See KNX dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/08 09:07 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/08 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. is covered by 32 analysts. 16 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Daniel Moore | Baird |
| Eric Morgan | Barclays |
| Brandon Oglenski | Barclays |