Marten Transport Ltd (MRTN)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
MRTN
Marten Transport Ltd
$15.08
+1.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.22B
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$118.80
+0.56%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $62.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 3115% more annual revenue ($27.78B vs $864.03M). PCAR leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs 1.7%. PCAR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.18. PCAR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
MRTN
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
PCAR
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.6%
Fair Value
$25.20
Current Price
$15.08
$10.12 discount
Margin of Safety
-24.7%
Fair Value
$103.83
Current Price
$118.80
$14.97 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 8.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MRTN
The strongest argument for MRTN centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap. PEG of 1.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MRTN
The primary concerns for MRTN are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 83.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PCAR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
MRTN is growing revenue faster at -8.8% — sustainability is the question.
PCAR generates stronger free cash flow (778M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor TRUCKING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PCAR scores higher overall (52/100 vs 41/100). MRTN offers better value entry with a 45.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" 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.
Marten Transport Ltd
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Marten Transport, Ltd. is a temperature sensitive cargo truck for carriers in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Mondovi, Wisconsin.
PACCAR Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
PACCAR Inc is an American Fortune 500 company and counts among the largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the world. PACCAR is engaged in the design, manufacture and customer support of light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, Leyland Trucks, and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures powertrains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
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