Werner Enterprises Inc (WERN)vsXPO Logistics Inc (XPO)
WERN
Werner Enterprises Inc
$29.14
+0.94%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.73B
XPO
XPO Logistics Inc
$192.86
+3.50%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $21.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
XPO Logistics Inc generates 174% more annual revenue ($8.16B vs $2.97B). XPO leads profitability with a 3.9% profit margin vs -0.5%. XPO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.17. WERN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
WERN
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
XPO
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WERN.
Margin of Safety
-1020.0%
Fair Value
$18.02
Current Price
$192.86
$174.84 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
3.8% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 12.1x book value
4.6% revenue growth
3.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : WERN
The strongest argument for WERN centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : XPO
XPO has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : WERN
The primary concerns for WERN are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : XPO
The primary concerns for XPO are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 70.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WERN profiles as a turnaround stock while XPO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
XPO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.72 — expect wider price swings.
XPO is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
XPO generates stronger free cash flow (119M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WERN scores higher overall (47/100 vs 41/100). 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.
Werner Enterprises Inc
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.
Visit Website →XPO Logistics Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
XPO Logistics, Inc. provides supply chain solutions in the United States, the rest of North America, France, the United Kingdom, the rest of Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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