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PACCAR Inc. (PCAR) Stock

PACCAR Inc. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

PACCAR Inc. (PCAR), a prominent company in the manufacturing sector within the motor vehicles & passenger car bodies industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $95.73. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $84.36 and $115.03. This places the current price at 83.2% of its 52-week high and 13.5% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 18,102. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US6937181088.

Market Cap

$49.81B

52-Week High

$115.03

-16.78% from high

52-Week Low

$84.36

+13.48% from low

Avg Daily Volume

18,102

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

14.40

Below market average

Forward P/E

14.04

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

2.31

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

2.77

EV/EBITDA

10.90

EPS (TTM)

$6.59

Price to Sales

1.54

Beta

0.95

Less volatile than market

How is PCAR valued relative to its earnings and growth?
PACCAR Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 14.40, which is below the market average of approximately 20. This lower valuation could indicate the market has modest growth expectations, or it might represent an undervalued opportunity if the fundamentals are strong. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 14.04 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.31 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is PCAR's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.95, PACCAR Inc. is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 2.77 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

10.70%

Operating Margin

12.20%

Return on Equity

19.90%

Return on Assets

6.70%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-14.90%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-57.70%

How profitable and efficient is PCAR's business model?
PACCAR Inc. achieves a profit margin of 10.70%, meaning it retains $10.70 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 12.20% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 19.90% and ROA at 6.70%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are PCAR's recent growth trends?
PACCAR Inc.'s revenue declined by 14.90% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings decreased by 57.70% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against MOTOR VEHICLES & PASSENGER CAR BODIES industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$1.23

Dividend Yield

1.39%

Ex-Dividend Date

5/14/2025

Dividend Date

6/4/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from PCAR?
PACCAR Inc. offers a dividend yield of 1.39%, paying $1.23 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 5/14/2025.
How reliable is PCAR's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - PACCAR Inc. pays $1.23 per share in dividends against earnings of $6.59 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 18.66%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 6/4/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

524.96M

Book Value/Share

$34.33

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is PCAR's market capitalization and position?
PACCAR Inc. has a market capitalization of $49.81B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 524.96M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the MOTOR VEHICLES & PASSENGER CAR BODIES industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does PCAR's price compare to its book value?
PACCAR Inc.'s book value per share is $34.33, while the current stock price is $95.73, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 2.79. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$101.66

6.19% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

1

Buy

6

Hold

13

Sell

2

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for PCAR?
22 analysts cover PCAR with 32% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $101.66 implies 6.2% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on PCAR?
Current analyst recommendations:1 Strong Buy, 6 Buy, 13 Hold, 2 Sell, 0The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 02:23 AM

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