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Marten Transport Is Selling Assets But Continues To Trade At 20x Cycle-Average Earnings
Marten Transport is rated Hold as operational recovery lags peers despite management's optimistic freight cycle commentary. MRTN's revenues and margins declined, with fleet reductions and underinvestment driving lower volumes not offset by higher pricing. Valuation remains unattractive, trading at over 20x cycle-average earnings, with a modest 5% earnings yield even on normalized income.
Marten Transport, Ltd. Investors
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Curtis Ellergodt Rothschild Investment LLC | 189 | $2,285.66 | $2,676.24 | $390.58 | 17.09% |
| ARS Adelbert R. Sanchez Deprince Race & Zollo Inc | 767,686 | $11.99M | $11.38M | -$604,583.05 | -5.04% |
| BG Bart Gancher Intech Investment Management LLC | 13,790 | $180,786.86 | $206,298.4 | $25,511.54 | 14.11% |
| GN Gina Nelson Next Century Growth Investors LLC | 699,305 | $10.37M | $10.64M | $269,013.44 | 2.59% |
| JM John Malone Amundi | 24,828 | $325,991.64 | $364,475.04 | $38,483.4 | 11.81% |
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Marten Transport, Ltd. Profile
| Ground Transportation Industry | Industrials Sector | Randolph L. Marten CEO | NASDAQ (NGS) Exchange | 573075108 CUSIP |
| US Country | 3,502 Employees | 16 Sep 2026 Last Dividend | 17 Jun 2013 Last Split | 25 Sep 1986 IPO Date |
Overview
Marten Transport, Ltd. stands as a specialized temperature-sensitive truckload carrier, catering to the shipping needs across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Established in 1946 with its headquarters rooted in Mondovi, Wisconsin, the company has evolved to offer an extensive range of transportation solutions through its divisions that encompass Truckload, Dedicated, Intermodal, and Brokerage services. Operating with a significant fleet that includes over 3,000 tractors, Marten Transport emphasizes the delivery of food, consumer packaged goods, and other products necessitating controlled temperature or insulated environments. Its operations ensure the reliable and efficient movement of goods, supporting the logistics requirements of its diverse clientele.
Products and Services
- Truckload
This segment caters to the transportation of temperature-sensitive goods and dry freight, covering regional short-haul as well as medium-to-long-haul full-load transportation services. Marten Transport employs temperature-controlled or insulated trailers to ensure the safe delivery of food and consumer packaged goods.
- Dedicated
Providing customized transportation solutions, this service is tailored to meet the specific requirements of individual customers. Utilizing temperature-controlled trailers, dry vans, and specialized equipment, the Dedicated segment delivers bespoke logistic solutions that align with each customer's unique needs.
- Intermodal
This innovative service combines the flexibility of truck transportation with the efficiency of rail transport. By transporting freight in refrigerated containers and temperature-controlled trailers on railroad flatcars for portions of trips, Marten's Intermodal segment offers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional road transport. The segment ensures the smooth transfer of goods using its own tractors as well as contracted carriers.
- Brokerage
Focused on developing contractual relationships with and arranging for third-party carriers to transport freight, this segment caters to the needs of customers requiring temperature-controlled trailers and dry vans. Marten's Brokerage services streamline the logistics process, offering reliable freight solutions through its vast network of contracted carriers.
