FWRD
Forward Air Corporation · Industrials · Integrated Freight & Logistics
Last
$10.18
−$0.02 (−0.20%) 9:38 AM ET
Prev close $10.20
Open $10.23
Day high $10.23
Day low $10.12
Volume 15,635
Avg vol 1,640,698
Mkt cap
$322.58M
P/E ratio
-3.47
FY Revenue
$2.46B
EPS
-2.93
Gross Margin
100.00%
Sector
Industrials
AI report sections
FWRD
Forward Air Corporation
Forward Air Corp is trading near the upper end of its 52-week range with solid 1-month and 3-month price gains supported by bullish technical signals. At the same time, negative operating margins, high leverage, and modest free cash flow indicate a fundamentally stressed profile. Elevated short interest and a mixed news backdrop underscore ongoing sentiment and execution risk despite the recent price recovery.
AI summarized at 7:22 PM ET, 2026-02-04
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 63 SWING: 71 LONG: 34
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−34% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.66×
RSI
38.13 (Weak)
Weak (30–40)
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.01 (Weak)
MACD: -0.01 Signal: -0.01
Short-Term
+0.37 (Strong)
MACD: -2.11 Signal: -2.48
Long-Term
-0.03 (Weak)
MACD: -3.30 Signal: -3.27
Intraday trend score 30.85

Latest news

FWRD 12 articles Positive: 2 Neutral: 2 Negative: 6
Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Pomerantz Llp
INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Forward Air Corporation - FWRD

Pomerantz LLP is investigating Forward Air Corporation for potential securities fraud following the company's disclosure of a significant customer loss representing $250 million in annual revenue. Forward Air reported Q1 2026 revenues of $582.0 million (down 5.1% YoY), a net loss of $40.2 million, and disclosed active discussions with a major customer regarding transition of business to competitors. The stock fell 43.05% to $9.87 per share on May 8, 2026, after the company also revealed that its strategic alternatives review yielded no actionable acquisition proposals.

FWRD securities fraud class action lawsuit customer loss revenue decline stock price collapse strategic alternatives net loss
Sentiment note

Company disclosed significant revenue loss from a major customer ($250M annually), reported net losses, failed strategic alternatives process, and experienced a severe 43% stock price decline following the announcement. These factors indicate serious operational and financial challenges that triggered a securities fraud investigation.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C.
FORWARD AIR STOCKHOLDER ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Forward Air Corporation on Behalf of Forward Air Stockholders and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

Law firm Bragar Eagel & Squire is investigating Forward Air Corporation for potential federal securities law violations following the company's May 7, 2026 announcement of Q1 2026 results showing a 5.1% revenue decline to $582 million, a $34.3 million net loss, and disclosure that a major customer accounting for $250 million in annual revenue is transitioning business to competitors. The stock price fell 43% from $17.33 to $9.87 per share following the announcement.

FWRD securities investigation stockholder lawsuit revenue decline customer loss stock price decline strategic alternatives net loss
Sentiment note

Company reported significant revenue decline (5.1%), substantial net loss ($34.3 million), loss of major customer representing $250 million in annual revenue, failed strategic alternatives review, and 43% stock price decline. Law firm is investigating potential securities law violations.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C.
FORWARD AIR ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Forward Air Corporation on Behalf of Forward Air Stockholders and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is investigating Forward Air Corporation for potential federal securities law violations following the company's announcement of a significant customer loss. Forward Air reported Q1 2026 revenues of $582.0 million (down 5.1% YoY), a net loss of $40.2 million, and disclosed that a major customer accounting for ~$250 million in annual revenue is transitioning business to competitors. The stock price declined 43% from $17.33 to $9.87 per share following the announcement.

FWRD securities investigation stockholder lawsuit customer loss revenue decline net loss stock price decline strategic alternatives
Sentiment note

Company faces significant operational and financial challenges including a 5.1% revenue decline, substantial net loss of $40.2 million, loss of a major customer representing $250 million in annual revenue, failed strategic alternatives process, and a 43% stock price decline. Additionally, the company is under investigation for potential securities law violations.

Neutral Benzinga • Lekha Gupta
What's Going On With Forward Air Shares On Monday?

Forward Air (FWRD) shares rose 1.42% to $10.01 on Monday, supported by broader market gains. The company reported Q1 2026 revenue of $582 million (down from $613 million YoY) and narrowed net losses to $40.2 million from $61.2 million. Liquidity improved to over $400 million through cost control and operational efficiencies. However, a major customer accounting for $250 million in annual revenue is transitioning business to other providers, with the transition expected to begin in early 2027. The stock trades 49.8% below its 20-day moving average with an RSI of 23.34 (oversold), while analysts maintain a Buy rating with a $24.00 price target.

FWRD Forward Air Q1 2026 earnings revenue decline customer transition liquidity improvement oversold signal analyst rating
Sentiment note

Mixed signals: positive operational improvements and liquidity gains offset by significant revenue decline, major customer loss ($250M annually), and technical weakness (stock 49.8% below 20-day SMA). While analysts maintain a Buy rating, the oversold RSI and weak Benzinga Edge scorecard suggest caution. The stock's modest Monday gain appears driven by broader market strength rather than company-specific catalysts.

Negative Benzinga • Tanya Rawat
Forward Air Stock Sinks 45% After Hours: What's Going On?

Forward Air (NASDAQ: FWRD) stock plummeted 45% in after-hours trading following Q1 2026 earnings. While the company showed operational improvements with operating income rising to $20.4 million and liquidity exceeding $400 million, revenue declined to $582 million. The sharp decline was triggered by disclosure that one of its largest customers (representing $250 million in annual revenue) is transitioning significant business to competitors, with the transition expected to begin in early 2027. Additionally, the company's strategic alternatives review yielded no actionable acquisition proposals.

FWRD freight and logistics Q1 2026 earnings customer transition strategic alternatives asset sales after-hours trading
Sentiment note

Stock fell 45% in after-hours trading due to loss of a major customer representing $250 million in annual revenue, failed strategic alternatives review, and declining revenue despite operational improvements. The company faces significant headwinds from freight market weakness and customer defection.

Negative The Motley Fool • Lou Whiteman
Why Transportation Stocks Are Falling Today

President Trump's tariff announcement has the potential to permanently alter shipping routes, creating new winners and losers among transport companies. The tariffs appear designed to shift manufacturing from overseas to the U.S., which could fundamentally impact the businesses of global shippers.

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Sentiment note

Forward Air, a global logistics specialist, is expected to be negatively impacted by the potential shift in trade patterns due to the tariffs.

Negative The Motley Fool • Rich Smith
Why Forward Air Stock Dropped on Thursday

Forward Air, a transportation services provider, reported a Q4 loss and weaker-than-expected sales, leading to a 6.8% stock drop. The company took a $79 million goodwill impairment, and its Expedited Freight segment was negatively impacted by a focus on volume over profitability. Analysts have a cautious outlook on Forward Air's earnings, but a more positive view on its future cash generation.

FWRD Forward Air transportation services earnings miss goodwill impairment Expedited Freight cash generation
Sentiment note

The article reports that Forward Air's Q4 earnings and sales missed expectations, leading to a significant stock drop. The company also took a large goodwill impairment and saw its Expedited Freight segment negatively impacted, indicating operational challenges.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Eric Volkman
Why Forward Air Stock Soared Today

Activist investor Alta Fox is pushing for the sale of transportation company Forward Air, claiming it has the support of other investors owning 25% of the company. Forward Air has responded that it is actively analyzing its business and strategy to enhance shareholder value.

FWRD Forward Air Alta Fox sale activist investor
Sentiment note

The article presents a mixed outlook for Forward Air, with an activist investor pushing for a sale while the company says it is analyzing its business and strategy to enhance shareholder value. The overall sentiment is neutral as the outcome is uncertain.

Positive The Motley Fool • Lou Whiteman
Why Forward Air Stock Is Up Big Today

Forward Air, a transportation company, reported a massive loss in the quarter due to one-time charges, but its underlying business trends improved. The company is under new management and slowly making progress after an unpopular acquisition and disappointing results.

FWRD Forward Air transportation acquisition new management financial results
Sentiment note

The article suggests that Forward Air is showing signs of progress under new management, with improved underlying business trends and progress in delivering on its balance sheet, despite facing a tough year and a massive loss in the quarter due to one-time charges.

Positive The Motley Fool • Lou Whiteman
Why Forward Air Stock Advanced in June - The Motley Fool

Forward Air, a transportation and logistics company, saw its shares spike nearly 20% in June after reports that activist investor Irenic Capital Management has built a 5% stake in the company. Irenic has called on Forward's board to consider options including a possible sale, as the company has faced challenges following its acquisition of Omni Logistics last year.

FWRD Forward Air Irenic Capital Management Omni Logistics transportation logistics activist investor
Sentiment note

The article suggests that Forward Air's shares are undervalued and that the involvement of an activist investor could lead to positive changes, such as a potential sale or improved performance.

Unknown The Motley Fool • newsfeedback@fool.com (Lou Whiteman)
Why Forward Air Stock Hit New Lows in May

The company followed a controversial deal with a weaker-than-expected quarter.

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Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Do Options Traders Know Something About Forward Air (FWRD) Stock We Don't?

Investors need to pay close attention to Forward Air (FWRD) stock based on the movements in the options market lately.

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