| Ticker | Status | Jurisdiction | Filing Date | CP Start | CP End | CP Loss | Deadline |
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| Ticker | Case Name | Status | CP Start | CP End | Deadline | Settlement Amt |
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| Ticker | Name | Date | Analyst Firm | Up/Down | Target ($) | Rating Change | Rating Current |
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During the last three months, 7 analysts shared their evaluations of PACCAR (NASDAQ:PCAR), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
| Bullish | Somewhat Bullish | Indifferent | Somewhat Bearish | Bearish | |
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| Total Ratings | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Last 30D | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1M Ago | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2M Ago | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3M Ago | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $99.57, along with a high estimate of $115.00 and a low estimate of $90.00. This current average represents a 1.97% decrease from the previous average price target of $101.57.
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of PACCAR by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
| Analyst | Analyst Firm | Action Taken | Rating | Current Price Target | Prior Price Target |
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| Steven Fisher | UBS | Raises | Neutral | $100.00 | $81.00 |
| Tami Zakaria | JP Morgan | Raises | Neutral | $97.00 | $95.00 |
| Jamie Cook | Truist Securities | Lowers | Hold | $98.00 | $102.00 |
| Kyle Menges | Citigroup | Raises | Neutral | $100.00 | $95.00 |
| David Raso | Evercore ISI Group | Lowers | Outperform | $115.00 | $127.00 |
| Nick Housden | RBC Capital | Lowers | Sector Perform | $97.00 | $106.00 |
| Tami Zakaria | JP Morgan | Lowers | Neutral | $90.00 | $105.00 |
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of PACCAR's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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Paccar is a leading manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the premium nameplates Kenworth and Peterbilt, which are primarily sold in the Americas and Australia, and DAF, which primarily services Europe and South America. The trucks segment (74% sales) goes to market through a network of 2,200 independent dealers. Paccar maintains an internal finance subsidiary that provides retail and wholesale financing for customers and dealers (6% sales). In recent years, Paccar has aggressively grown its parts business (20% sales), which include engines, axles, and transmissions for its own truck brands as well as independent producers. The company commands approximately 30% of the Class 8 market share in North America and 15% of the heavy-duty market share in Europe.
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining PACCAR's financials over 3M reveals challenges. As of 31 March, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -14.9% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: PACCAR's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 6.79%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): PACCAR's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.84%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.17%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: PACCAR's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.87, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
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