PACCAR Inc's stock is facing significant downward pressure.
PACCAR Inc (NASDAQ:PCAR) saw its shares drop by 1.38% in today's trading session, closing at CA$113.14. This decline reflects growing investor concerns amid a challenging market environment for heavy transportation equipment.
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PACCAR Inc
PCAR.US
PCAR.US
PACCAR Inc
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$61.09B
P/E
24.4x
Div. yield
1.14%
Div. / share
$1.34
52W high
$138.87
52W low
$90.03
1W change
-6.62%
Beta
0.97
Analyst Price Targets
Based on 19 analysts covering PCAR · as of Sep 17, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast PCAR stock price to rise 26.2% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Buy3.58 / 5.00
Avg. Target
C$144.80
+26.2% Upside
Current Price
C$114.73
Last close
Analyst Breakdown (19 analysts)
Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on PCAR's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
18.1%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
26.3%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
-23.6%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$105.46
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$111.55 | C$104.79 – C$118.75 |
| 60 trading days | C$108.46 | C$99.28 – C$118.50 |
| 90 trading days | C$105.46 | C$94.63 – C$117.53 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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Investor takeaway: Investors should be cautious as PACCAR's recent performance indicates ongoing challenges in the heavy transportation sector, particularly in light of economic pressures and tariff costs.
PACCAR's stock down by 1.38%
The company's market cap stands at CA$60.39 billion, reflecting its significant size in the industry despite current pressures.
Bull case
PACCAR has a solid track record, and its P/E ratio of 24.15 suggests there could be growth opportunities if market conditions improve.
Bear case
The recent decline in stock value, along with mixed earnings reports and challenges across the sector, raises doubts about PACCAR's ability to stay profitable in the near future.
Market Context
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PACCAR's decline is part of a broader trend affecting heavy transportation equipment stocks, which have dropped an average of 11.3% since the latest earnings reports. This downturn is linked to rising interest rates and economic cycles impacting construction and transport volumes.
Earnings Performance
In its latest earnings report, PACCAR posted flat revenues of $7.55 billion year over year, meeting analysts' expectations but falling short in other performance metrics. The stock has dropped 12.1% since the report, raising concerns about its future growth potential.
Investor Sentiment
With a profit margin of only 9% and a dividend yield of 1.15%, investor sentiment towards PACCAR is cautious. The stock's recent performance may lead to a reassessment of its value, especially as the market navigates ongoing economic uncertainties.
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