MRTN Marten Transport PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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The current P/E ratio for Marten Transport stock as of May 12, 2025 is 51.67. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $0.27 and the stock price of $13.95 per share. The PE ratio has increased by 20% from its last 4 quarters average of 43.2.
MRTN PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Marten Transport for the last ten years is 20.86. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 51.67 is 148% more than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, MRTN's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Mar 2025 quarter at 50.81, when the price was $13.72 and the EPS was $0.27. The lowest point was recorded in the Sep 2018 quarter, when it reached 10.96 with a price of $14.03 and an EPS of $1.28.
Marten Transport PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 96.18% in 2024
Maximum annual decrease: -46.37% in 2017
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 47.3 | 96.18% | $15.61 | $0.33 |
| 2023 | 24.11 | 64.57% | $20.98 | $0.87 |
| 2022 | 14.65 | -12.06% | $19.78 | $1.35 |
| 2021 | 16.66 | -18.77% | $17.16 | $1.03 |
| 2020 | 20.51 | 7.38% | $17.23 | $0.84 |
| 2019 | 19.1 | 18.56% | $14.33 | $0.75 |
| 2018 | 16.11 | 32.16% | $10.79 | $0.67 |
| 2017 | 12.19 | -46.37% | $13.53 | $1.11 |
| 2016 | 22.73 | 38.01% | $9.32 | $0.41 |
| 2015 | 16.47 | -32.19% | $7.08 | $0.43 |
| 2014 | 24.29 | 8.29% | $8.74 | $0.36 |
| 2013 | 22.43 | 50.94% | $8.08 | $0.36 |
| 2012 | 14.86 | -7.07% | $4.9 | $0.33 |
| 2011 | 15.99 | -32.67% | $4.8 | $0.3 |
| 2010 | 23.75 | -0.79% | $5.7 | $0.24 |
Marten Transport PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 50.81 | 7.42% | $13.72 | $0.27 |
| Dec 2024 | 47.3 | 14.92% | $15.61 | $0.33 |
| Sep 2024 | 41.16 | 22.68% | $17.7 | $0.43 |
| Jun 2024 | 33.55 | 30.7% | $18.45 | $0.55 |
| Mar 2024 | 25.67 | 6.47% | $18.48 | $0.72 |
| Dec 2023 | 24.11 | 25.97% | $20.98 | $0.87 |
| Sep 2023 | 19.14 | 5.05% | $19.71 | $1.03 |
| Jun 2023 | 18.22 | 13.03% | $21.5 | $1.18 |
| Mar 2023 | 16.12 | 10.03% | $20.95 | $1.3 |
| Dec 2022 | 14.65 | 2.45% | $19.78 | $1.35 |
| Sep 2022 | 14.3 | 8.83% | $19.16 | $1.34 |
| Jun 2022 | 13.14 | -14.9% | $16.82 | $1.28 |
| Mar 2022 | 15.44 | -7.32% | $17.76 | $1.15 |
| Dec 2021 | 16.66 | 2.97% | $17.16 | $1.03 |
| Sep 2021 | 16.18 | -8.74% | $15.69 | $0.97 |
MRTN average PE ratio chart
Currently, MRTN's PE ratio is above its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
MRTN PE vs peers
When compared to its peer WERN, MRTN's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than KNX's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| KNX Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc | 49.49 | $7.54B |
| MRTN Marten Transport Ltd | 51.33 | $1.13B |
| WERN Werner Enterprises Inc | 96.17 | $1.72B |
| HTLD Heartland Express Inc | N/A | $705.41M |
| PAMT PAMT Corp. | N/A | $317.53M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Marten Transport's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for MRTN stock is 51.67 as of May 12, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Marten Transport (MRTN)?
As an average over the last 3 years, MRTN stock has a PE ratio of 26.51.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Marten Transport (MRTN)?
As an average over the last 5 years, MRTN stock has a PE ratio of 23.26.
What is the highest PE ratio for MRTN?
The current PE of 51.67 represents the highest historical value in the last ten years.
How does the current PE ratio for MRTN compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of MRTN is 148% higher than the 10-year historical average.
How is MRTN's PE ratio calculated (Marten Transport PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months earnings per share(EPS). As of today (May 12, 2025), Marten Transport's share price is $13.95. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Mar 2025 is $0.27. Therefore, Marten Transport's price to earnings ratio for today is 51.67. PE RATIO(51.67) = STOCK PRICE($13.95) / TTM EPS($0.27)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.