BLBD
Blue Bird Corporation · Industrials · Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery
Last
$58.27
−$0.58 (−0.98%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $59.10 +$0.83 (+1.42%) 4:07 AM ET
Prev close $58.85
Open $59.01
Day high $59.47
Day low $57.43
Volume 343,923
Avg vol 528,224
Mkt cap
$1.84B
P/E ratio
14.68
FY Revenue
$1.50B
EPS
3.97
Gross Margin
20.97%
Sector
Industrials
AI report sections
BLBD
Blue Bird Corporation
Blue Bird shows strong positive price momentum over 1–12 months with the stock trading near the top of its 52-week range and above key moving averages. Fundamentally, the company combines double-digit operating and free cash flow margins with high returns on capital and moderate leverage, while revenue and earnings growth remain incremental rather than rapid. A notable consideration is the elevated short interest and relatively high short volume ratio, which introduces sentiment and positioning risk alongside the otherwise constructive technical and fundamental backdrop.
AI summarized at 6:14 PM ET, 2026-02-18
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 72 SWING: 78 LONG: 83
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−19% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.81×
RSI
57.11 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.02 (Strong)
MACD: 0.04 Signal: 0.02
Short-Term
+0.15 (Strong)
MACD: 2.73 Signal: 2.57
Long-Term
+0.51 (Strong)
MACD: 3.37 Signal: 2.86
Intraday trend score 54.60

Latest news

BLBD 12 articles Positive: 11 Neutral: 0 Negative: 1
Positive The Motley Fool • Matt Frankel And Tyler Crowe
Are You Worried About Tariffs? These Stocks Could Be Exactly What You Need

Motley Fool analysts discuss two stocks that are resilient to tariff impacts, highlighting potential investment opportunities in challenging economic conditions.

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Sentiment note

Recommended by Motley Fool analysts as a stock with potential resilience to tariff challenges

Positive The Motley Fool • Eric Volkman
Why Blue Bird Stock Soared More Than 27% Higher This Week

Blue Bird experienced a significant stock surge of over 27% after reporting a beat-and-raise fiscal third quarter, with 19% revenue growth and over 26% increase in non-GAAP net income, exceeding analyst expectations.

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Sentiment note

Company exceeded quarterly revenue and earnings expectations, raised full-year guidance, successfully navigated tariffs, and demonstrated leadership in alternative fuel technologies

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • N/A
Bird and Spin Launch AI-Powered Rider Score to Improve Safety and Compliance

Bird and Spin, operated by Third Lane Mobility, have announced the rollout of a new AI-powered feature called Rider Score. This feature aims to improve shared e-scooter and e-bike usage by promoting safe and responsible riding and parking behavior, supporting cleaner and safer streets for all.

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Sentiment note

The article highlights Bird's efforts to improve rider behavior and support safer streets through the introduction of the Rider Score feature, which uses advanced AI and data analysis to encourage responsible usage of their shared micromobility services.

Positive Benzinga • Tim Melvin
5 Stocks That Could Be The Next Nvidia

The article highlights 5 stocks that could be the next Nvidia: Corporacion America (CAAP), Blue Bird (BLBD), Nvidia (NVDA), Eli Lilly (LLY), and Palantir (PLTR). These companies are experiencing strong growth in their respective industries, with potential for continued success.

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Sentiment note

The article notes that Blue Bird has methodically pivoted into electric vehicles, with the company's leadership in EV school buses and recent federal incentives for EV buses driving a surge in revenue and profits.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
Forest & Bird Announce Groundbreaking Partnership To Expand Access To London’s Most Affordable And Sustainable E-bike Service

Forest and Bird, two leading micromobility operators, have announced a partnership to integrate Forest's e-bike service into the Bird app, allowing Bird users in London to access Forest's affordable and sustainable e-bike fleet.

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Sentiment note

Bird is described as a global leader in micromobility and North America's largest operator. The partnership with Forest is seen as a positive move to enhance access to sustainable urban mobility for their customers visiting London.

Negative Benzinga • Rishabh Mishra
US Stocks May Have A Slow Start As Trump's Tariff Threat Begins To Thwart Relief Rally: Analysts Remain Optimistic About AI-Linked Sectors Stocks

U.S. stocks may open sluggishly on Tuesday as President-elect Trump threatens tariffs on Canada and Mexico. However, analysts remain optimistic about AI-linked sectors.

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Sentiment note

Blue Bird's Q4 earnings missed analyst estimates.

Positive Benzinga • Zacks
Rivian Shares Fall 3% After It Slashes 2024 Production Guidance

Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN) announced a reduction in its 2024 production guidance due to component shortages, leading to a 3.2% drop in its share price. The company also applied for a federal loan to fund the construction of a new EV factory in Georgia.

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Sentiment note

Blue Bird Corporation is a better-ranked stock in the auto space, with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).

Positive Benzinga • Zacks
General Motors to Pay $1.5M Penalty for Failing a Crash Disclosure

General Motors' autonomous vehicle division, Cruise, is set to pay a $1.5 million fine for failing to fully report a crash involving a pedestrian in San Francisco. The incident led to Cruise halting its driverless operations and the California DMV revoking its license to operate without human drivers.

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Sentiment note

Blue Bird Corporation is mentioned as a better-ranked stock in the auto space, with the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its 2024 sales and earnings suggesting year-over-year growth.

Positive Benzinga • Zacks
THOR & Harbinger Introduce World's First Hybrid Class A Motorhome

THOR Industries and Harbinger have introduced the world's first hybrid Class A motorhome, featuring a low-emissions gasoline range extender and a 500-mile estimated range. The innovative platform aims to reduce range anxiety and enhance travel freedom and sustainability.

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Sentiment note

Blue Bird is mentioned as one of the better-ranked stocks in the auto space, with the Zacks Consensus Estimate suggesting strong year-over-year growth in sales and earnings for 2024.

Positive Benzinga • Zacks
Li Auto Q2 Earnings Fall Y/Y Due to Higher Costs & Pricing Pressures

Li Auto's Q2 2024 earnings fell year-over-year due to higher costs and pricing pressures from increased competition in the EV market. The company's gross margin declined, and it reported negative free cash flow. However, Li Auto expects improvements in margins and cash flow in the second half of the year.

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Sentiment note

Blue Bird is mentioned as a better-ranked stock in the auto space, with the consensus estimate suggesting strong year-over-year growth in sales and earnings.

Positive Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Investment Research
Blue Bird's (BLBD) Q3 Earnings on Deck: Time to Buy the Stock?

Blue Bird Corporation is set to report its fiscal third-quarter 2024 results on August 7. The company is expected to benefit from robust demand for school buses, including electric models, driven by favorable government policies. However, high manufacturing and SG&A costs may put pressure on margins.

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Sentiment note

The article highlights Blue Bird's strong demand for school buses, including electric models, driven by favorable government policies. The company has also raised its fiscal 2024 revenue and EBITDA guidance, indicating a positive outlook.

Positive Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Investment Research
Blue Bird (BLBD) Stock Moves Above 50-Day SMA: Time to Buy? - Zacks Investment Research

Blue Bird Corporation, a school bus manufacturer, has reached a significant support level, breaking through its 50-day simple moving average, indicating a potential short-term bullish trend. The company has a vast market opportunity in the growing demand for electric school buses, and its turnaround efforts have yielded positive results, leading to raised guidance for fiscal 2024.

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Sentiment note

The article highlights Blue Bird's technical strength, vast market opportunity in electric school buses, and successful turnaround efforts, leading to raised guidance for fiscal 2024.

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