Forward Air Corporation (FWRD) Stock Forecast
Data as of Oct 31, 2026Industrials · Current price $17.58 (-1.62%)
Price Target Range
Consensus Price Target Over Time
Analyst Rating Distribution
Last 3 Months
6-Month Trend
Latest Analyst Forecasts
Price targets issued by Wall Street analysts. Upside calculated against today's price.
| Date | Analyst | Firm | Price Target | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 24, 2026 | Bascome Majors | Susquehanna | $42.00 | +138.9% |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Bruce Chan | Stifel Nicolaus | $32.00 | +82.0% |
| Nov 5, 2024 | Stephanie Moore | Jefferies | $45.00 | +156.0% |
| Oct 21, 2024 | Bruce Chan | Stifel Nicolaus | $36.00 | +104.8% |
| Oct 18, 2024 | Stephanie Moore | Jefferies | $47.00 | +167.3% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | Garrett Holland | Robert W. Baird | $32.00 | +82.0% |
| Jul 3, 2024 | Garrett Holland | Robert W. Baird | $17.00 | -3.3% |
| May 21, 2024 | Bruce Chan | Stifel Nicolaus | $23.00 | +30.8% |
| Apr 11, 2024 | Scott Group | Wolfe Research | $25.00 | +42.2% |
| Jul 29, 2022 | Patrick Tyler Brown | Raymond James | $140.00 | +696.4% |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Patrick Tyler Brown | Raymond James | $135.00 | +667.9% |
| Jan 4, 2022 | Jack Atkins | Stephens | $165.00 | +838.6% |
Top Analysts Covering FWRD
FWRD vs Sector & Market
| Metric | FWRD | Industrials Avg | Large Cap Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analyst Rating | 2.00 | 2.40 | 2.41 |
| Analyst Count | 5 | 8 | 19 |
| Target Upside | +47.9% | +134.1% | +21.5% |
| P/E Ratio | -6.44 | 31.68 | 38.49 |
Revenue Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-12-31 | $667M | $670M | $672M | 2 |
| 2027-03-31 | $655M | $658M | $659M | 1 |
| 2027-06-30 | $683M | $686M | $687M | 2 |
| 2027-09-30 | $709M | $712M | $713M | 2 |
| 2027-12-31 | $720M | $723M | $724M | 1 |
EPS Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-12-31 | $-0.08 | $-0.08 | $-0.08 | 1 |
| 2027-03-31 | $-0.13 | $-0.13 | $-0.13 | 1 |
| 2027-06-30 | $0.14 | $0.14 | $0.14 | 1 |
| 2027-09-30 | $0.22 | $0.22 | $0.22 | 1 |
| 2027-12-31 | $0.20 | $0.20 | $0.20 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the analyst consensus for FWRD?
The consensus among 5 analysts covering Forward Air Corporation (FWRD) is Buy with an average price target of $24.50.
What is the highest price target for FWRD?
The highest price target for FWRD is $165.00, set by Jack Atkins at Stephens on 2022-01-04.
What is the lowest price target for FWRD?
The lowest price target for FWRD is $17.00, set by Garrett Holland at Robert W. Baird on 2024-07-03.
How many analysts cover FWRD?
5 analysts have issued ratings for Forward Air Corporation in the past 12 months.
Is FWRD a buy or sell right now?
Based on 5 analyst ratings, FWRD has a consensus rating of Buy (2.00/5) with a +47.9% upside to the consensus target of $24.50.
What are the earnings estimates for FWRD?
Analysts estimate FWRD will report EPS of $-0.08 for the period ending 2026-12-31, with revenue estimated at $670M.
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