MRTN (Marten Transport) EV-to-FCF: -28.63 (As of Jul. 05, 2026)


MRTN Marten Transport Ltd MRTN
70 GF Score
Price $17.46
GF Value $13.83
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Marten Transport EV-to-FCF?

Marten Transport MRTN +0.06% 70 EV-to-FCF is -28.63 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GuruFocus rates MRTN with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.83 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 670 Transportation companies, Marten Transport ranks worse than 149253.58% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Marten Transport's Enterprise Value is $1,354.9 Mil. Marten Transport's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-47.3 Mil. Therefore, Marten Transport's EV-to-FCF for today is -28.63.

The historical rank and industry rank for Marten Transport's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

MRTN' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -117.54   Med: -20.15   Max: 525.46
Current: -28.63

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Marten Transport was 525.46. The lowest was -117.54. And the median was -20.15.

MRTN's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 670 companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 14.205 vs MRTN: -28.63

EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-07-05), Marten Transport's stock price is $17.46. Marten Transport's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.190. Therefore, Marten Transport's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 91.89.


Marten Transport  (NAS:MRTN) EV-to-FCF Explanation

EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Marten Transport's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=17.46/0.190
=91.89

Marten Transport's share price for today is $17.46.
Marten Transport's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.190.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Marten Transport EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Marten Transport EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Marten Transport's EV-to-FCF can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Marten Transport EV-to-FCF Chart

Marten Transport Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -48.71 35.56 -21.70 -12.75 -17.33

Marten Transport Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -11.18 -11.28 -11.43 -17.33 -21.17

MRTN vs HTLD, CVLG, ULH: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Trucking subindustry, Marten Transport's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Marten Transport EV-to-FCF vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Marten Transport's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Marten Transport's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Marten Transport EV-to-FCF Calculation

Marten Transport's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=1354.917/-47.324
=-28.63

Marten Transport's current Enterprise Value is $1,354.9 Mil.
Marten Transport's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-47.3 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of -28.63 mean?
Marten Transport (MRTN) has a EV-to-FCF of -28.63 as of Jul. 05, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Marten Transport and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Marten Transport ranks #999999 out of 670 companies in the Transportation industry.
Is Marten Transport's EV-to-FCF too high?
Marten Transport's current EV-to-FCF is -28.63. Based on the distribution chart, Marten Transport ranks #999999 out of 670 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Marten Transport has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Marten Transport's EV-to-FCF compare to HTLD and CVLG?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Marten Transport ranks #999999 out of 670 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Marten Transport in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.21. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for a Transportation company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Transportation companies is 14.21, based on 670 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Marten Transport and its competitors. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.21 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Marten Transport's current EV-to-FCF is -28.63. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Marten Transport stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Marten Transport (MRTN) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.83, compared to a current price of $17.46 — trading 26.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -28.63. Marten Transport's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 with 10 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Marten Transport (MRTN), the current EV-to-FCF is -28.63 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Marten Transport (MRTN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Marten Transport stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $17.46 is trading 26.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $13.83. GuruFocus considers Marten Transport to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MRTN:

  • EV-to-FCF: -28.63
  • GF Value™: $13.83 vs. price of $17.46 (26.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 10 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MRTN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Marten Transport Business Description

Address 129 Marten Street, Mondovi, WI, USA, 54755
Marten Transport Ltd is a temperature-sensitive and dry truckload carrier in the United States. The company specializes in transporting and distributing food and other consumer packaged goods that require a temperature-controlled or insulated environment. The company operates through four segments: Truckload, Dedicated, Intermodal, and Brokerage, generating the majority of its revenue from the Truckload segment. The Truckload segment offers a mix of regional short-haul and medium- to long-haul full-load transportation services transporting food and other consumer packaged goods.
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