Marten Transport, Ltd.
MRTNIndustrialsNASDAQTrucking · Last scanned Sep 7, 2026
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the industrials sector, Marten Transport, Ltd. focuses on Trucking services and products. Marten Transport, Ltd. operates as a temperature-sensitive truckload carrier for shippers in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. With a market capitalization of $1.18B, it sits in small-cap territory. It operates through Truckload, Dedicated, and Brokerage segments.
Market Cap
$1.18B
Beta
0.97
P/E (TTM)
96.00
P/E (Fwd)
21.93
EPS (TTM)
$0.15
EPS (Fwd)
$0.66
ROE
1.7%
ROA
0.5%
Cash
$104.0M
Total Debt
$358,000
Free CF
-$6.0M
52W Change
24.1%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where MRTN stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 3, 2026 close, MRTN finished 6.55% below its 150-day moving average ($14.97) and 0.50% below its 200-day moving average ($14.06). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is MRTN overbought or oversold?
At the September 3, 2026 close, MRTN's RSI(14) was 21.0, in oversold territory (below 30). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
The balance sheet looks solid with $104.0M in cash comfortably exceeding the $358K debt load. A net cash position generally provides financial flexibility during uncertain economic periods. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$6.0M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. Return on equity stands at 1.7%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 0.5% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $973.6M (2021) to $883.7M (2025).
With cash comfortably exceeding debt, MRTN has financial flexibility that may help navigate uncertain periods. The company is burning cash at the operating level, which is not unusual for growth-phase companies but adds risk if it persists. At over 50x earnings, MRTN carries valuation risk — any slowdown in growth expectations could lead to meaningful price adjustments. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing MRTN.