- Revenue Growth: Saia, Inc. (SAIA, Financial) experienced a 4.3% increase in Q1 2025 revenue, reaching $787.6 million.
- Analyst Projections: The average price target is set at $443.91, indicating a potential 80.72% upside from current levels.
- Investment Rating: Saia holds an "Outperform" status with an average brokerage recommendation of 2.0.
Saia, Inc. (SAIA) has reported notable financial performance in the first quarter of 2025. The company's revenue reached an impressive $787.6 million, marking a 4.3% growth compared to the same period last year. Despite the company's expansion, revenue was slightly impacted by shipment trends, which were attributed to economic caution and weather disruptions, amounting to as much as $40 million. Notably, tonnage increased by 11%, although the company saw its operating ratio decline from 84.4% to 91.1%, indicating potential areas for operational improvement.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast
Investor interest in Saia Inc (SAIA, Financial) remains strong, with 19 analysts offering one-year price targets. The average target price stands at $443.91, with estimates ranging between $270.00 and a high of $580.00. This suggests a potential upside of 80.72% from the current trading price of $245.63. Investors can find further details regarding these estimates on the Saia Inc (SAIA) Forecast page.
Brokerage Recommendations and GF Value
Saia Inc's (SAIA, Financial) investment outlook is favorable as it holds an "Outperform" rating based on consensus from 21 brokerage firms. The average recommendation of 2.0 aligns with a positive investment sentiment, using a scale where 1 signifies a Strong Buy and 5 a Sell.
Moreover, GuruFocus estimates a GF Value for Saia Inc of $459.12 in the coming year, projecting an upside of 86.92% from the current price of $245.63. The GF Value reflects GuruFocus's estimation of the stock's fair trading value, calculated using historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance predictions. Detailed data supporting these valuations can be accessed on the Saia Inc (SAIA, Financial) Summary page.
