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Investing.com - DA Davidson has reiterated its Neutral rating and $9.50 price target on Wabash National (NYSE:WNC) following investor meetings with company management in New York last week. The stock, currently trading at $11.17, has experienced significant volatility this year with a -33.5% year-to-date return, according to InvestingPro data.
The research firm noted that both investors and Wabash National management agreed the freight market is currently in a "very depressed" state, with third-party trailer forecasts being revised downward, suggesting 2026 will also present challenges for the company.
Wabash National has implemented some cost reduction measures this year in response to the difficult market conditions, according to DA Davidson’s report on the meetings.
The company expressed confidence in its Trailer-as-a-Service (TaaS) initiative and indicated that Section 232 tariffs could potentially benefit Wabash National in the medium term.
Despite these potential positives, DA Davidson maintained its neutral stance, citing low visibility in the sector and stating it is "still not ready to recommend the stock."
In other recent news, Wabash National Corporation reported its financial results for the second quarter of 2025, surpassing expectations. The company achieved earnings per share of -$0.15, better than the forecasted -$0.30, and revenue reached $459 million, exceeding the anticipated $433.79 million. Despite these favorable results, the stock experienced a decline in pre-market trading. Additionally, Wabash announced a regular quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share, payable on October 23, 2025, to shareholders of record on October 2, 2025. DA Davidson reiterated its Neutral rating on Wabash National, maintaining a price target of $9.50, citing mixed signals in the trailer industry. The research firm noted a 19% year-over-year increase in orders during an off-peak period, though freight market challenges persist. These developments highlight the complex landscape Wabash navigates in the current market environment.
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