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Landstar System Inc (LSTR) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Landstar System Inc stock (LSTR) is currently trading at $156.57. Landstar System Inc PE ratio is 45.21. Landstar System Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 1.07. Analyst consensus price target for LSTR is $151.27. WallStSmart rates LSTR as Sell.

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LSTR

Landstar System Inc

NASDAQINDUSTRIALS
$156.57
$6.20 (4.12%)
52W$117.03
$166.11
Target$151.27-3.4%

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LSTR Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Landstar System Inc (LSTR)

Margin of Safety
-627.5%
Significantly Overvalued
LSTR Fair Value
$22.37
Graham Formula
Current Price
$156.57
$134.20 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $22.37
Overvalued
Price $156.57
Graham IV $22.37
Analyst $151.27

LSTR trades 628% above its Graham fair value of $22.37, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Landstar System Inc (LSTR) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

37
out of 100
Grade: F
Hold
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in price/sales, institutional own.. Concerns around operating margin and price/book. Mixed signals suggest waiting for clearer direction before acting.

Landstar System Inc (LSTR) Key Strengths (3)

Avg Score: 8.3/10
Institutional Own.Quality
104.61%10/10

104.61% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Price/SalesValuation
1.078/10

Paying $1.07 for every $1 of annual revenue

Market CapQuality
$5.11B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Supporting Valuation Data

Price/Sales (TTM)
1.074
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
1.008
Undervalued

Landstar System Inc (LSTR) Areas to Watch (7)

Avg Score: 2.0/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
-2.90%0/10

Revenue declining -2.90%, a shrinking business

EPS GrowthGrowth
-46.50%0/10

Earnings declining -46.50%, profits shrinking

Operating MarginProfitability
2.67%1/10

Near-zero operating margins, business under pressure

Price/BookValuation
6.412/10

Very expensive at 6.4x book value

Profit MarginProfitability
2.42%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

PEG RatioValuation
2.334/10

Paying a premium for growth, expensive relative to earnings expansion

Return on EquityProfitability
13.00%5/10

Moderate profitability with room for improvement

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
45.21
Overvalued
Forward P/E
27.25
Premium
Trailing P/E
45.21
Overvalued
LSTR Target Price
$151.27
1% Downside

Landstar System Inc (LSTR) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 37/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a F grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 3 register as strengths (avg 8.3/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 2.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Institutional Own., Price/Sales, Market Cap. Valuation metrics including Price/Sales (1.07) suggest the stock is attractively priced.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (2.33), Price/Book (6.41) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -2.90%, EPS Growth at -46.50%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 13.00%, Operating Margin at 2.67%, Profit Margin at 2.42%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 13.00% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -2.90% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. Revenue Growth and EPS Growth are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

LSTR Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

LSTR's Price-to-Sales ratio of 1.07x trades at a 49% premium to its historical average of 0.72x (95th percentile). The current valuation is 8% below its historical high of 1.17x set in Mar 2026, and 162% above its historical low of 0.41x in Feb 2009.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Landstar System Inc (LSTR) · INDUSTRIALSINTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

The Big Picture

Landstar System Inc faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 4.8B with 290% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 242.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 1300.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 242.0% and operating margin of 267.0% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

Revenue Decline

Revenue contracted 290% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.

What to Watch Next

Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 104.0%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.

Sector dynamics: monitor INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Landstar System Inc.

Bottom Line

Landstar System Inc faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Landstar System Inc(LSTR)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

INDUSTRIALS

Industry

INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

Country

USA

Landstar System, Inc. provides integrated transportation management solutions in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida.

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13410 SUTTON PARK DRIVE SOUTH, JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, 32224