Latest Ratios: P/E Ratio 50.4x · EV/EBITDA 25.0x · ROE 13.0%. (1996–2025 historical series)
Price-based multiples — how expensive the stock is relative to earnings, sales, book value, and cash flow
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Cap | $5.7B | $5.1B | $6.2B | $7.0B | $6.0B | $6.6B | $5.2B | $4.5B | $4.0B | $4.4B | $3.6B |
| Enterprise Value | $5.4B | $4.8B | $5.8B | $6.6B | $5.9B | $6.7B | $5.2B | $4.4B | $3.9B | $4.3B | $3.6B |
| P/E Ratio → | 50.45 | 44.11 | 31.64 | 26.31 | 13.85 | 17.26 | 27.18 | 19.91 | 15.48 | 24.73 | 26.25 |
| P/S Ratio | 1.19 | 1.07 | 1.28 | 1.31 | 0.80 | 1.01 | 1.26 | 1.11 | 0.86 | 1.20 | 1.14 |
| P/B Ratio | 7.29 | 6.37 | 6.37 | 7.07 | 6.73 | 7.64 | 7.55 | 6.28 | 5.73 | 6.69 | 6.64 |
| P/FCF | 26.36 | 23.58 | 24.24 | 18.90 | 10.00 | 25.98 | 29.01 | 15.71 | 13.72 | 35.46 | 21.50 |
| P/OCF | 25.20 | 22.54 | 21.62 | 17.67 | 9.58 | 23.80 | 24.80 | 14.72 | 13.27 | 31.48 | 18.94 |
P/E links to full P/E history page with 30-year chart
Enterprise-value multiples — capital-structure-neutral measures of total business value
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV / Revenue | — | 1.01 | 1.21 | 1.24 | 0.80 | 1.02 | 1.25 | 1.07 | 0.85 | 1.18 | 1.14 |
| EV / EBITDA | 24.96 | 22.20 | 19.12 | 16.42 | 9.43 | 12.02 | 17.24 | 12.76 | 10.49 | 15.11 | 13.89 |
| EV / EBIT | 31.77 | 31.71 | 23.63 | 19.46 | 10.43 | 13.25 | 18.33 | 14.70 | 11.90 | 17.68 | 16.37 |
| EV / FCF | — | 22.35 | 22.86 | 17.96 | 9.93 | 26.33 | 28.60 | 15.19 | 13.66 | 34.85 | 21.47 |
Margins and return-on-capital ratios measuring operating efficiency
Full margin charts and quarterly trend are on the Earnings History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Margin | 13.1% | 13.1% | 20.2% | 21.3% | 20.3% | 20.2% | 20.7% | 21.6% | 21.1% | 21.4% | 22.0% |
| Operating Margin | 3.6% | 3.6% | 5.1% | 6.5% | 7.7% | 7.7% | 6.1% | 7.3% | 7.2% | 6.7% | 7.0% |
| Net Profit Margin | 2.4% | 2.4% | 4.1% | 5.0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 4.6% | 5.6% | 5.5% | 4.9% | 4.3% |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROE | 13.0% | 13.0% | 20.0% | 28.3% | 49.3% | 49.1% | 27.2% | 32.3% | 38.0% | 29.6% | 27.2% |
| ROA | 6.7% | 6.7% | 10.8% | 14.2% | 21.7% | 20.6% | 12.5% | 16.2% | 18.7% | 14.5% | 13.1% |
| ROIC | 22.1% | 22.1% | 29.7% | 34.8% | 47.7% | 48.4% | 31.9% | 36.0% | 39.7% | 32.8% | 31.9% |
| ROCE | 16.4% | 16.4% | 22.0% | 31.6% | 54.7% | 53.7% | 29.4% | 34.8% | 40.2% | 32.1% | 33.2% |
Solvency and debt-coverage ratios — lower is generally safer
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debt / Equity | 0.17 | 0.17 | 0.17 | 0.13 | 0.34 | 0.35 | 0.25 | 0.23 | 0.27 | 0.26 | 0.32 |
| Debt / EBITDA | 0.62 | 0.62 | 0.53 | 0.33 | 0.48 | 0.55 | 0.59 | 0.49 | 0.49 | 0.59 | 0.67 |
| Net Debt / Equity | — | -0.33 | -0.36 | -0.35 | -0.04 | 0.10 | -0.11 | -0.21 | -0.02 | -0.11 | -0.01 |
| Net Debt / EBITDA | -1.22 | -1.22 | -1.15 | -0.87 | -0.06 | 0.16 | -0.25 | -0.44 | -0.04 | -0.26 | -0.02 |
| Debt / FCF | — | -1.22 | -1.38 | -0.95 | -0.07 | 0.35 | -0.41 | -0.52 | -0.06 | -0.61 | -0.03 |
| Interest Coverage | 152.19 | 152.19 | — | — | 156.94 | 126.72 | 71.10 | 94.84 | 98.62 | 76.81 | 57.93 |
Net cash position: cash ($397M) exceeds total debt ($133M)
Short-term solvency ratios and asset-utilisation metrics
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.75 | 1.75 | 1.96 | 2.00 | 1.64 | 1.51 | 1.50 | 1.80 | 1.81 | 1.75 | 1.94 |
| Quick Ratio | 1.75 | 1.75 | 1.96 | 2.00 | 1.64 | 1.51 | 1.50 | 1.80 | 1.81 | 1.75 | 1.94 |
| Cash Ratio | 0.65 | 0.65 | 0.84 | 0.80 | 0.45 | 0.25 | 0.36 | 0.64 | 0.45 | 0.53 | 0.65 |
| Asset Turnover | — | 2.90 | 2.67 | 2.95 | 3.85 | 3.20 | 2.50 | 2.86 | 3.35 | 2.70 | 2.89 |
| Inventory Turnover | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Days Sales Outstanding | — | 55.62 | 55.19 | 54.07 | 50.24 | 70.06 | 79.32 | 55.70 | 56.53 | 65.57 | 55.48 |
Earnings, FCF, buyback, and dividend yields — total returns to shareholders
Full dividend history and growth charts are on the Dividend History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.2% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 1.7% | 1.9% | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Payout Ratio | 108.5% | 108.5% | 61.5% | 44.3% | 26.8% | 29.3% | 57.0% | 12.2% | 34.8% | 9.0% | 10.4% |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings Yield | 2.0% | 2.3% | 3.2% | 3.8% | 7.2% | 5.8% | 3.7% | 5.0% | 6.5% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| FCF Yield | 3.8% | 4.2% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 10.0% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 6.4% | 7.3% | 2.8% | 4.7% |
| Buyback Yield | 3.2% | 3.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 4.8% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| Total Shareholder Yield | 5.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 6.7% | 3.6% | 4.3% | 2.6% | 7.5% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Shares Outstanding | — | $35M | $36M | $36M | $37M | $38M | $39M | $40M | $41M | $42M | $42M |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying LSTR stock.
Landstar System, Inc.'s current P/E ratio is 50.4x. The historical average is 21.9x. This places it at the 100th percentile of its historical range.
Landstar System, Inc.'s current EV/EBITDA is 25.0x. This enterprise value multiple compares the company's total value (equity + debt - cash) to its EBITDA. The historical average is 12.0x.
Landstar System, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) is 13.0%. The historical average is 34.1%.
Based on historical data, Landstar System, Inc. is trading at a P/E of 50.4x. This is at the 100th percentile of its historical P/E range. Compare with industry peers and growth rates for a complete picture.
Landstar System, Inc.'s current dividend yield is 2.15% with a payout ratio of 108.5%.
Landstar System, Inc. has 13.1% gross margin and 3.6% operating margin.
Landstar System, Inc.'s Debt/EBITDA ratio is 0.6x, indicating low leverage. A ratio below 2x is generally considered financially healthy.
Key Metrics
Top Statement Risk
Thin operating margin headroom
Metrics are mathematically derived from official filings.
Premium Multiple on Cyclical Recovery
LSTR trades at 56.4x trailing earnings and 28.0x EV/EBITDA, well above CHRW's 29.8x and 20.5x, implying the market expects a strong cyclical rebound, per current market data.
The forward P/E of 30.8x suggests investors are pricing in a return to peak earnings, but the recent EPS miss and thin margins indicate the recovery may be slower than anticipated. The premium over asset-heavy peers like CHRW appears justified by LSTR's asset-light model and higher ROIC, yet the multiple leaves little room for disappointment. Investors should monitor whether the spot market inflection materializes to support the current valuation.
Gross Margin Volatility Masks Stable Operating Leverage
Gross margin swung from 20.5% in 2024Q2 to 13.2% in 2026Q2, while operating margin held near 4.4%, indicating the variable-cost model absorbs revenue swings, per reported quarterly data.
The sharp contraction in gross margin reflects higher purchased transportation costs, but operating margin stability suggests the company can protect its take rate. However, with operating margin at just 4.4%, any cost pressure could quickly erode profitability. The recent 17% YoY increase in variable contribution, as noted in CEO commentary, may signal improving pricing power, but the EPS miss tempers this optimism.
ROIC Recovery Still Below Prior Peaks
ROIC improved to 8.3% in 2026Q2 from 4.0% in 2025Q4, but remains below the 7.5% seen in 2024Q2, indicating a partial recovery, based on reported financials.
The improvement in ROIC is driven by higher asset turnover as revenue rebounds, but the absolute level is still modest for an asset-light model. The company's high cash balance and minimal debt inflate the capital base, dampening ROIC. If the freight cycle strengthens, ROIC could approach prior highs, but the current trajectory suggests a gradual recovery rather than a sharp inflection.
Working Capital Swings Distort Efficiency Metrics
DSO improved to 51 days in 2026Q2 from 55 days in 2025Q2, but the cash conversion cycle remains unavailable due to missing inventory data, per quarterly filings.
The improvement in DSO suggests better receivables collection, but the extreme working capital volatility—evidenced by a $122.8M outflow in 2026Q2—indicates that efficiency metrics can be misleading on a quarterly basis. The asset-light model means asset turnover is high, but the lack of inventory data limits a full CCC analysis. Investors should focus on the trend in DSO and the sustainability of working capital swings.
Debt Spike Remains Immaterial to Fortress Balance Sheet
Debt-to-equity rose to 0.17 in 2026Q2 from 0.03 in 2026Q1, but interest coverage of 78x and cash of $294M indicate minimal refinancing risk, per SEC filings.
The increase in debt is likely short-term and does not threaten the company's financial flexibility. With interest coverage above 78x, debt service is trivial, and the fortress balance sheet remains intact. However, the recent debt issuance warrants monitoring to ensure it does not signal a shift in capital allocation strategy.
Liquidity Buffer Solid Despite Cash Flow Dip
Current ratio stands at 1.82 with quick ratio at 1.82, indicating ample short-term coverage, even as operating cash flow turned negative in 2026Q2, per reported balance sheet data.
The liquidity position is robust, with no inventory dependence, as the quick ratio equals the current ratio. The negative operating cash flow in 2026Q2 was driven by working capital swings, not operational deterioration. Under severe stress, the company's cash cushion and lack of debt provide a strong buffer, though the thin margins could amplify any downturn.
Misapplied P/E on Cyclical Brokerage
The trailing P/E of 56.4x is misleading for LSTR because it uses trough earnings, obscuring the company's true earning power, as seen in the 2026Q2 EPS miss.
Analysts often apply a standard P/E to LSTR without adjusting for the cyclicality of the freight market. The correct approach is to use a mid-cycle earnings estimate or EV/EBITDA, which better captures the asset-light model's cash generation. The forward P/E of 30.8x is more indicative, but still assumes a full recovery. Investors should focus on normalized earnings power rather than trailing multiples.