Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. (PAL)
NASDAQ:PAL
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PAL Stock Chart & Stats
$7.37
$0.43(4.64%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$7.37
$0.43(4.64%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$4.85 - $10.97
Previous CloseN/A
Volume174.33K
Average Volume (3M)247.27K
Market Cap
$199.67M
Enterprise Value$277.01M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$9.76M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$81.54M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.81
Next Earnings
Aug 10, 2026EPS Estimate
0.06Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-1.32
Shares Outstanding27,770,075
10 Day Avg. Volume260,845
30 Day Avg. Volume247,269
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.05
Price to Book (P/B)0.85
Price to Sales (P/S)0.62
P/FCF Ratio9.08
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.39
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.65
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit5.11
Enterprise Value/Ebitda5.60
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$9.50Price Target Upside28.90% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.1
Revenue Forecast (FY)$428.43M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Free Cash Flow GenerationProficient's strong trailing‑12‑month operating cash flow (~$33.5M) and free cash flow (~$31.5M) provide durable financial flexibility. Persistent FCF can fund capex, debt paydown, and buybacks even while GAAP earnings are negative, supporting a multi‑month recovery without requiring external financing.
Manageable Leverage / Balance SheetA low debt‑to‑equity (~0.11) gives the company structural resilience through cyclicality in auto logistics. Manageable leverage supports disciplined CapEx (<$10M guided), capability to reduce debt further, and optionality for M&A or investments, reducing solvency risk over the next several quarters.
Market Share Gains And Unit ResilienceGrowing unit deliveries while industry volumes fell signals structural competitiveness in networks and customer relationships. Sustained share gains improve fixed‑cost absorption, underpin revenue recovery when SAAR normalizes, and strengthen negotiating leverage on contract renewals over coming quarters.
Bears Say
TTM Revenue Contraction And LossesA roughly 35% TTM revenue decline and negative net margins indicate structural demand or pricing pressure that erodes returns. Persistent revenue contraction reduces scale benefits, hurts fixed‑cost absorption, and makes re‑establishing sustained positive operating profits a multi‑quarter task requiring both volume and margin recovery.
Material EBITDA CompressionA ~42% year‑over‑year drop in adjusted EBITDA reflects weakening core profitability that isn't transitory if fuel volatility, plant shutdowns, and operational issues persist. Lower EBITDA reduces internal funding for growth and debt paydown, prolonging reliance on FCF and cost discipline to restore margins.
Capacity Constraints & Execution RiskOngoing driver attrition and third‑party capacity losses create structural execution risk: higher costs to secure capacity, missed contract performance, and potential rebids at higher rates. These dynamics can raise recurring operating costs and complicate margin recovery over multiple quarters.
Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. News
PAL FAQ
What was Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. lowest stock price was $4.85 and its highest was $10.97 in the past 12 months.
What is Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.’s market cap?
Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.’s market cap is $199.67M.
When is Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 10, 2026 which is in 44 days.
How were Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported -$0.098 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of -$0.008 by -$0.09.
Is Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. pay dividends?
Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.’s EPS estimate is 0.06.
How many shares outstanding does Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. have?
Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. has 27,770,075 shares outstanding.
What happened to Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. reported an EPS of -$0.098 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of -$0.008. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -18.937%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in PAL
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Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$9.50 (28.90% Upside)
$9.50 (28.90% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
PAL Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 63.6K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $288.6K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
30.98%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-11.33%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-7.69%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.
Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing automotive transportation and logistics solutions across North America. The firm manages a significant fleet, comprising approximately 1,130 specialized vehicle transport units and trailers, of which 615 are company-owned. Its services cater to a diverse range of clients within the automotive sector, including traditional and electric vehicle manufacturers, car dealerships, auto auction houses, and companies involved in vehicle rental and leasing. Established in 2023 and headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, the company rebranded as Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. in October 2023, having previously been known as AH Acquisition Corp.
PAL Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call reflected a mixed picture: operational and macro headwinds produced a meaningful decline in adjusted EBITDA and pressured cash and leverage in Q1, while unit delivery growth, market share gains, debt reduction, share repurchases, disciplined capex, and guidance for sequential revenue improvement heading into Q2 provide offsetting positives. Management highlighted near-term supply tightening that could improve pricing and execution, but acknowledged ongoing challenges (fuel timing, regulatory pressure, driver attrition) that muted Q1 results.View all PAL earnings summariesPAL Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$9.50
▲(28.90% Upside)
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Ownership Overview
14.01% Insiders
28.16% Mutual Funds
14.14% Other Institutional Investors
34.58% Public Companies and
Individual Investors