Stock Analysis on Net

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc. (NASDAQ:ODFL)

$22.49

This company has been moved to the archive! The financial data has not been updated since August 4, 2023.

Price to Earnings (P/E)
since 2005

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Calculation

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc., P/E, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).

1 US$

2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.

3 Closing price as at the filing date of Old Dominion Freight Line Inc. Annual Report.


Share Price Trend
The share price exhibited fluctuation in the initial years, declining from $7.75 in 2006 to $5.99 in 2009. Subsequently, it entered a sustained growth phase, rising significantly to reach $342.01 by 2023. This represents a notable increase, particularly from 2015 onwards, with the price escalating from $43.04 to over $340 within eight years.
Earnings Per Share (EPS) Trend
EPS demonstrated a generally upward trajectory despite some volatility in the early years. Starting at $0.42 in 2006, EPS experienced minor fluctuations up to 2010, where it dropped to $0.28. Thereafter, EPS steadily increased, accelerating after 2014 and reaching $12.52 in 2023. This growth pattern indicates improving profitability over the period examined.
Price-to-Earnings (P/E) Ratio Analysis
The P/E ratio showed considerable variability throughout the period. Initial ratios ranged between approximately 11 and 18, dipping as low as 10.98 in 2009. Thereafter, there were several peaks and troughs; notable spikes occurred in 2010 and again in 2021, where the ratio peaked at 32.55 and 37.78 respectively. The ratio oscillated but remained generally under 38, with a tendency to rise during periods when EPS growth was stable but share price increased at a higher rate. The P/E ratio's fluctuations suggest periods of changing market sentiment or expectations regarding future growth.
Overall Insights
The company experienced significant value appreciation as evidenced by the share price increasing markedly over the 18-year span. This appreciation was underpinned by consistent growth in EPS, signaling improving operational performance and profitability. The variations in P/E ratios reflect changing investor perceptions, periods of recalibration, and possibly adjustments in market expectations about future earnings. The sharp increase in share price from 2015 onward highlights growing market confidence, coinciding with accelerating earnings growth. Despite some short-term volatility in valuation multiples, the longer-term trend points to a strengthening financial position.

Comparison to Competitors

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).


Comparison to Sector (Transportation)

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to sector (transportation)

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).


Comparison to Industry (Industrials)

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to industry (industrials)

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).