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Mainfreight (MFT) Price & Analysis

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MFT Stock Chart & Stats

$66.48
$0.30(0.47%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$66.48
$0.30(0.47%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Integrated Customer RelationshipsIncreasing use of all three divisions by major customers supports recurring volumes, cross-selling and deeper relationships. This integrated model can improve customer retention and network utilisation, strengthening Mainfreight’s competitive position across freight forwarding, transport and warehousing over time.
Strong Cash GenerationConsistently positive free cash flow, with a notable improvement in 2026, gives Mainfreight internal funding for network investment, technology and facilities. Strong absolute cash generation also supports resilience and financial flexibility when freight conditions or customer demand become less favourable.
Manageable Leverage And Growing EquityManageable leverage alongside a substantially larger equity base provides balance-sheet capacity to keep investing in the branch and facility network. This financial foundation reduces dependence on external funding and supports Mainfreight’s ability to pursue long-term logistics growth.
Bears Say
Margin CompressionThe decline in net margin from earlier peaks indicates that recent growth is producing less profit per dollar of revenue. Persistent margin pressure could limit earnings expansion, reduce the payoff from network investment and leave results more sensitive to operating-cost changes.
Uneven Revenue And Profit PerformanceRevenue recovery has not translated consistently into profit growth, as the latest year still recorded an 8% decline in profit before tax. This uneven performance makes forward earnings less predictable and suggests that scale growth alone may not ensure stronger profitability.
Moderate Cash ConversionAlthough cash flow is positive in absolute terms, only part of reported earnings converted into operating and free cash flow in 2026. Variable conversion can constrain internally funded expansion and makes the quality and timing of earnings more important to ongoing financial flexibility.

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MFT FAQ

What was Mainfreight Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Mainfreight Limited lowest stock price was $53.11 and its highest was $70.46 in the past 12 months.
    What is Mainfreight Limited’s market cap?
    Mainfreight Limited’s market cap is $6.66B.
      When is Mainfreight Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Mainfreight Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 12, 2026 which is in 31 days.
        How were Mainfreight Limited’s earnings last quarter?
        Mainfreight Limited released its earnings results on May 27, 2026. The company reported $1.57 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.54 by $0.03.
          Is Mainfreight Limited overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Mainfreight Limited’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Mainfreight Limited pay dividends?
            Mainfreight Limited pays a Notavailable dividend of $0.87 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.06%. See more information on Mainfreight Limited dividends here
              What is Mainfreight Limited’s EPS estimate?
              Mainfreight Limited’s EPS estimate is 1.36.
                How many shares outstanding does Mainfreight Limited have?
                Mainfreight Limited has 100,698,550 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to Mainfreight Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  Mainfreight Limited reported an EPS of $1.57 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.54. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 6.733%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Mainfreight Limited?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in NZ:MFT
                    What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                    Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                      Company Description

                      Mainfreight Limited

                      Established in Auckland, New Zealand, in 1978, Mainfreight Limited delivers extensive supply chain management solutions across numerous global regions, including New Zealand, Australia, the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The company's diverse service portfolio encompasses warehousing, internal freight transport, and global air and sea cargo forwarding.

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