Benchmark Reiterates Buy Rating on J.B. Hunt with $300 Target
Benchmark analyst Christopher Kuhn reaffirmed a buy rating on J.B. Hunt, setting a price target of $300, a 4.85% upside from the current price.
Key Points
- Benchmark reiterated its buy rating on J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (NasdaqGS: JBHT) with a $300 price target on June 26, 2026.
- Benchmark's $300 price target implies 4.85% upside from J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.'s ($JBHT) current $286.13 share price.
- J.B. Hunt's shares traded around $277.35 on Friday, with a market cap of approximately $25.9 billion and a P/E ratio of 42.7.
- Insider transactions included EVP of People, David Keefauver, selling 703 shares at $285.13 on June 5, 2026.
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Benchmark has reaffirmed its buy rating on J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (NasdaqGS: JBHT), setting a price target of $300. This update from analyst Christopher Kuhn came on June 26, 2026. The stock traded near $277.35 on Friday.
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J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. Stock Up 9.6%
Shares of J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. were trading around $277.35 on Friday. The company has a market cap of about $25.9 billion and a P/E ratio of 42.7. Its forward P/E is slightly lower at 29.9, indicating expectations of earnings growth. The stock’s 52-week range has seen a low of $130.12 and a high of $293.54. It has a 50-day moving average of $261.34 and a 200-day moving average of $206.07. J.B. Hunt also maintains a current ratio of 1.26 and a quick ratio of 0.98.
$JBHT price target
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Recent Earnings
J.B. Hunt reported revenue of $12.1 billion with a growth rate of 4.6%. The company’s net margin stands at 5.1%, and it reported an EPS of $6.43. The return on equity is noted at 16.7%. The next earnings release is scheduled for April 15, 2026.
Dividend
The company pays an annual dividend rate of $1.80, yielding 0.66%. The dividend payout ratio is 27.5%, leaving room for reinvestment into the business.
Insider Buying and Selling at J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.
Recent insider activity at J.B. Hunt included several sales. David Keefauver, EVP of People, sold 703 shares at an average price of $285.13 on June 5, 2026. Additionally, Brian Webb, EVP of Final Mile Services, sold 1,500 shares at $284.01 on the same day. On June 2, Honorary Founding Director Earl Wayne Garrison sold 76,744 shares.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On June 26, 2026, Benchmark maintained its buy rating for J.B. Hunt, with a price target of $300. Other analysts have also shown optimism. On June 25, 2026, Barclays maintained a hold rating with a $270 target, while Baird on June 17, 2026, maintained a buy rating with a $290 target. The consensus recommendation is a buy, with an average target price of $253.05 from 22 analysts.
About J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. is a leading provider of surface transportation, delivery, and logistics services in the U.S. The company operates through various segments, including Intermodal, Dedicated Contract Services, and Truckload. Headquartered in Lowell, Arkansas, and led by CEO Ms. Shelley Simpson, J.B. Hunt employs around 31,750 people.
Bottom Line
Benchmark's reaffirmation of its buy rating and a $300 price target reflects continued confidence in J.B. Hunt’s prospects. Investors often track these analyst updates for insights into potential stock performance. Keep in mind, these ratings are based on past data and market conditions, so they may not reflect the current situation.
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