Saia Inc (SAIA)

Currency in USD
422.31
+17.22(+4.25%)
Closed·
425.09+2.78(+0.66%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
404.56426.40
52 wk Range
248.37457.99
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
422.31
Open
407.5
Day's Range
404.56-426.4
52 wk Range
248.37-457.99
Volume
417.51K
Average Volume (3m)
555.84K
1-Year Change
65.9176%
Book Value / Share
98.73
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
442.20
Upside
+4.71%
Members' Sentiments
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Saia Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Neutral

Analyst Ratings

9 Buy
9 Hold
2 Sell
Ratings:
20 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 442.20
(+4.71% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Morgan Stanley
Sell265.00-37.25%250.00MaintainMay 01, 2026
Raymond James
Buy477.00+12.95%400.00MaintainMay 01, 2026
JPMorgan
Buy465.00+10.11%402.00MaintainMay 01, 2026
Stifel
Hold450.00+6.56%381.00MaintainMay 01, 2026
Wells Fargo
Hold445.00+5.37%395.00MaintainMay 01, 2026

Saia Inc SWOT Analysis


LTL Titan's Challenges
Saia, a top 10 LTL carrier, faces industry overcapacity and macroeconomic pressures despite its strong operational history and ongoing expansion efforts
Financial Headwinds
Explore Saia's recent financial strain, including a deteriorating operating ratio and analyst projections of declining ROCE and operating margins through 2025
Expansion Amid Adversity
Delve into Saia's aggressive growth strategy, adding over 20 terminals to its network, and its potential for long-term market share gains despite near-term profitability pressures
Future Outlook
Analyst price targets range from $290 to $600, reflecting mixed projections on Saia's ability to navigate industry challenges and capitalize on its expanded network
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Saia Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Saia reported Q1 2026 revenue of $806.2M, up 2.4% YoY, beating estimates of $786.94M; EPS of $1.86 exceeded forecast of $1.82 by 2.2%.
  • Operating ratio deteriorated 60 basis points to 91.7% as operating expenses increased 3.1% YoY, pressuring margins despite revenue growth.
  • Stock surged 5.65% to $430 in pre-market trading, approaching 52-week high of $454.88, though trading at elevated P/E ratio of 46.88.
  • Company projects FY2026 revenue of $3.39B and FY2027 revenue of $3.69B, with quarterly EPS forecasts ranging from $2.63 to $3.14.
  • Management cited network strength and operational focus; key risks include rising costs, declining tonnage metrics, and fuel price volatility.
Last Updated: 05/01/2026, 12:00 AM
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Earnings

Latest Release
Apr 30, 2026
EPS / Forecast
1.86 / 1.82
Revenue / Forecast
806.2M / 786.94M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

SAIA Income Statement

Compare SAIA to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
SAIA
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
44.0x37.4x12.7x
PEG Ratio
−2.14−1.790.03
Price/Book
4.3x4.2x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
3.5x1.4x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
8.3%13.7%19.6%
Fair Value Upside
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Saia, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a transportation company in North America. The company provides less-than-truckload services for shipments between 100 and 10,000 pounds. It also offers other value-added services, including brokered truckload, expedited transportation, and other logistics services. As of December 31, 2025, it operated 213 owned and leased terminals; and owned approximately 7,700 tractors and 26,500 trailers. The company was formerly known as SCS Transportation, Inc. and changed its name to Saia, Inc. in July 2002. Saia, Inc. was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in Johns Creek, Georgia.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
17.87M67.18%7.55B
Other Institutional Investors
12.83M32.82%5.42B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
30.7M100.00%12.96B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
The Vanguard Group, Inc.9.22%2,451,6501,035,356
T. Rowe Price Group, Inc.8.86%2,356,132995,018

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FAQ

What Is the Saia (SAIA) Stock Price Today?

The Saia stock price today is 422.31 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Saia Trade On?

Saia is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Saia?

The stock symbol for Saia is "SAIA."

What Is the Saia Market Cap?

As of today, Saia market cap is 11.23B USD.

What Is Saia's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Saia EPS (TTM) is 9.54.

When Is the Next Saia Earnings Date?

Saia will release its next earnings report on Jul 24, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is SAIA a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Neutral.

How Many Times Has Saia Stock Split?

Saia has split 1 times.

How Many Employees Does Saia Have?

Saia has 14117 employees.

What is the current trading status of Saia (SAIA)?

As of May 06, 2026, Saia (SAIA) is trading at a price of 422.31 USD, with a previous close of 422.31 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 404.56 USD to 426.40 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 248.37 USD to 457.99 USD.

What Is Saia (SAIA) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Saia is 442.20 USD, with a high estimate of 550 USD and a low estimate of 265 USD. 9 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 2 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +4.71% Upside potential.

What Is the SAIA Premarket Price?

SAIA's last pre-market stock price is 425.09 USD. The pre-market share volume is 10.00, and the stock has decreased by 2.78, or 0.66%.

What Is the SAIA After Hours Price?

SAIA's last after hours stock price is 424.00 USD, the stock has decreased by 1.69, or 0.40%.
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