Matson, Inc. MATX
- Market cap
- $6.7B
- P/E
- 14.9×
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Analyst price targets
Free account| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | |
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| 28.79 | 21.63 | 27.73 | 31.40 | 23.75 | 55.73 | 58.30 | 56.51 | 100.50 | 86.97 |
Analyst estimates 2026–2028 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| 43.24 | 37.32 | 41.96 | 42.16 | 62.00 | 94.54 | 125.34 | 114.55 | 169.12 | 154.23 |
High Price
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| 1,925 | 1,947 | 2,007 | 1,988 | 4,149 | 4,259 | 4,288 | 4,315 | 4,356 | 4,170 |
Employees
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| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 1,942 | 2,047 | 2,223 | 2,203 | 2,383 | 3,925 | 4,343 | 3,095 | 3,422 | 3,345 |
Revenue
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| 16.69% | 15.92% | 15.65% | 14.76% | 20.10% | 34.84% | 35.26% | 20.16% | 25.01% | 22.77% |
Gross Margin
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| 131 | 125 | 148 | 108 | 259 | 1,171 | 1,352 | 373 | 599 | 534 |
EBT
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| 6.72% | 6.12% | 6.64% | 4.89% | 10.87% | 29.84% | 31.14% | 12.05% | 17.52% | 15.96% |
EBT Margin
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| 81 | 231 | 109 | 83 | 193 | 927 | 1,064 | 297 | 476 | 445 |
Net Income
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| 97 | 101 | 94 | 161 | 190 | 239 | 292 | 284 | 287 | 300 |
Depreciation
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| 45.05 | 47.71 | 52.06 | 51.47 | 55.30 | 91.71 | 111.36 | 87.67 | 101.54 | 105.17 |
Revenue/Sh
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| 1.87 | 5.41 | 2.55 | 1.93 | 4.48 | 21.67 | 27.28 | 8.42 | 14.14 | 13.99 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 3.66 | 5.24 | 7.14 | 5.81 | 9.97 | 22.99 | 32.61 | 14.46 | 22.78 | 17.20 |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| (4.10) | (7.16) | (6.20) | (7.17) | (4.11) | (7.56) | (5.34) | (7.00) | (9.03) | (12.08) |
Capex/Sh
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| (0.44) | (1.92) | 0.94 | (1.36) | 5.87 | 15.44 | 27.28 | 7.46 | 13.76 | 5.12 |
Free CF/Sh
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| 11.48 | 15.79 | 17.69 | 18.82 | 22.30 | 38.96 | 58.89 | 68.01 | 78.69 | 86.76 |
Book Value/Sh
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| 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 | 39 | 35 | 34 | 32 |
Shares
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| 19.29 | 5.67 | 12.61 | 21.25 | 12.69 | 4.12 | 2.32 | 13.37 | 9.47 | 8.77 |
PE Ratio
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| 0.80 | 0.65 | 0.62 | 0.79 | 1.03 | 0.98 | 0.56 | 1.29 | 1.33 | 1.17 |
PS Ratio
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| 3.14 | 1.95 | 1.81 | 2.17 | 2.55 | 2.31 | 1.06 | 1.66 | 1.71 | 1.42 |
PB Ratio
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| 1.17 | 1.06 | 0.99 | 1.22 | 1.34 | 1.07 | 0.62 | 1.38 | 1.36 | 1.24 |
EV/Sales
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| (119.37) | (26.25) | 54.96 | (46.19) | 12.60 | 6.34 | 2.53 | 17.05 | 10.08 | 25.53 |
EV/FCF
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| 158 | 225 | 305 | 249 | 430 | 984 | 1,272 | 511 | 768 | 547 |
Op' Cash Flow
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| (177) | (307) | (265) | (307) | (177) | (323) | (208) | (247) | (304) | (384) |
Capex
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| (19) | (82) | 40 | (58) | 253 | 661 | 1,064 | 263 | 464 | 163 |
FCF
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| (3) | (20) | (52) | (147) | (206) | 92 | 178 | 40 | 49 | (55) |
Working Cap'
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| 739 | 857 | 856 | 958 | 745 | 615 | 505 | 429 | 391 | 352 |
Total Debt
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| 725 | 837 | 837 | 937 | 730 | 332 | 255 | 295 | 124 | 210 |
Net Debt
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| 495 | 677 | 755 | 806 | 961 | 1,667 | 2,297 | 2,401 | 2,652 | 2,759 |
Sh' Equity
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| 4.42% | 10.83% | 4.66% | 3.14% | 6.72% | 28.13% | 26.52% | 6.89% | 10.72% | 9.64% |
ROA
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| 8.03% | 6.08% | 6.43% | 4.63% | 10.36% | 37.11% | 33.15% | 7.95% | 12.41% | 10.52% |
ROIC
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| 17.22% | 39.42% | 15.22% | 10.60% | 21.86% | 70.56% | 53.67% | 12.65% | 18.86% | 16.44% |
ROE
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Matson, Inc. (MATX) key facts
- Matson, Inc. (MATX) is a Marine Shipping company in the Industrials sector, listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
- Matson, Inc.’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended December 2025) was $3.3 billion, down 2.26% from fiscal 2024.
- Net income was $444.8 million, or $13.99 per share (basic), a net margin of 13.3%.
- As of September 25, 2026, MATX traded at $224.66, a market capitalization of $6.7 billion.
- At that price the stock trades at 14.9× trailing-twelve-month earnings and 2.0× sales.
- Matson, Inc. pays an annual dividend of $1.28 per share, a yield of 1.33%, with a payout ratio of 9.86%.
- Return on equity was 16.4% and debt-to-equity 0.12.
Matson, Inc. (MATX) Latest News
23 Sep
Matson, Inc. (MATX) has surged roughly 41.9% in six months to $226.89, helped by strong quarterly results. A StockStory note lists 3 reasons to avoid MATX and suggests a stock to buy instead. First, long-term revenue growth is lackluster at about 3.4% annualized over five years, below the industrials benchmark. Second, free cash flow margin has collapsed, with trailing-12-month FCF margin at 2.3% and a 21.4-point drop over five years. Third, ROIC has declined, signaling fewer profitable growth opportunities. The conclusion: MATX’s quality falls short of the firm’s standards, even at roughly 14x forward P/E, with notable downside risk. The article argues there are better bets—especially semiconductor names—and likewise promotes top growth stocks as momentum plays. ROIC decline and shrinking free cash flow margin indicate weakening fundamentals and potential downside risk.
11 Sep
Matson Inc. stock surges on strong earnings. Oil and shipping stocks also reach buy points. Strong earnings trigger major stock surge and shift market sentiment for Matson.
11 Aug
Matson’s Q2 earnings call included five insightful analyst questions on the company's operations and outlook. Earnings call questions highlight investor focus areas that may shape near-term sentiment around Matson’s results.
10 Aug
Matson (MATX) maintains strong momentum expected to continue. Ongoing positive momentum for Matson (MATX) points to moderate influence on stock trajectory.
7 Aug
Matson (MATX) upgraded to Strong Buy rating by analysts citing improved outlook. Strong Buy upgrade signals positive shift in investor sentiment and stock trajectory.
6 Aug
China export frontloading boosts Transpacific trade volumes, Matson reports. Higher transpacific volumes directly increase Matson's core shipping revenues and capacity utilization.
4 Aug
Matson profit surges 30% on China shipping demand. Profit surge from China demand signals strong revenue growth that boosts Matson trajectory and investor sentiment.
Matson Inc. beat earnings forecasts while conducting massive share buybacks that have positively altered its investment narrative. Earnings outperformance plus large buybacks represent major capital return actions likely to lift future valuation and sentiment.
Matson Inc posts record Q2 2026 results driven by strong China service performance as detailed in earnings call highlights. Record China-driven results signal major positive shift in revenue trajectory and competitive strength.
Matson, Inc. held its Q2 2026 earnings call, reporting quarterly financial results, operational metrics, and forward outlook for its shipping and logistics business. Quarterly earnings data from the call supplies updated financial metrics that can shift near-term investor views on Matson performance.
Matson lifts 2026 guidance while questions remain on whether its stock remains reasonably valued. Raised 2026 guidance can shift financial outlook and investor sentiment on Matson shares.
3 Aug
Matson, Inc. reported second quarter 2026 results and raised its full-year outlook. Raised full-year outlook signals stronger expected financial performance and growth.
Matson reported Q2 revenue, earnings, container volume trends, and updated full-year guidance during its earnings call, citing steady demand in ocean shipping and logistics segments along with cost management efforts. Quarterly earnings and guidance updates typically influence near-term sentiment without altering Matson's core trajectory.
Matson (MATX) exceeded Q2 earnings and revenue estimates. Quarterly earnings and revenue beats typically produce moderate short-term gains in investor sentiment and stock price.
Matson (NYSE:MATX) reported upbeat Q2 CY2026 results. Upbeat quarterly earnings can lift near-term investor sentiment and share price.
16 Jul
Matson benefits from strong China freight tailwinds and raises EPS guidance, potentially altering investor views on its outlook and performance. Strong China freight demand plus higher EPS guidance signal improved financial prospects likely to shift Matson's trajectory and sentiment.
15 Jul
Matson announces preliminary 2Q26 results, provides business update and sets 2Q26 earnings call date. Preliminary quarterly results and business updates directly move stock prices and reshape near-term outlook.
Container volumes surge at top US ports amid tariff concerns and Iran uncertainty, increasing shipping demand for operators like Matson. Higher container inflows signal potential short-term volume gains for Matson but remain tied to transient trade factors.
13 Jun
Matson beat earnings expectations on operating income despite soft revenue, prompting updated stock valuation analysis. Earnings beat on operating income with soft revenue creates moderate short-term effects on valuation and sentiment.
21 May
Matson reports air-to-ocean freight conversions amid the Iran war, shifting cargo volumes toward its ocean shipping operations and potentially altering demand patterns for its logistics services. Iran war-driven freight conversions may moderately shift Matson's ocean volumes and short-term financial results without fundamentally redefining long-term strategy.
13 May
Matson’s Q1 earnings call featured the top 5 analyst questions, spotlighting key concerns and insights into the company's performance, outlook, and strategic direction. Top analyst questions from Q1 earnings call reveal investor focus on financial performance and guidance, exerting moderate influence on market sentiment.
6 May
Matson reports strong first-quarter results, raises full-year outlook, and expands share buyback program, leading to a reassessment of its valuation. Strong Q1 results, raised outlook, and expanded buyback represent major positive financial signals likely to significantly boost MATX stock performance and investor sentiment.
5 May
Matson Inc. (MATX) achieves two milestones in its new vessel construction program, advancing fleet modernization for Pacific routes. Milestones in new vessel construction signal major progress in fleet expansion and efficiency, significantly enhancing long-term operational capacity and market position.
4 May
Matson, Inc. (MATX) shared Q1 earnings call highlights, covering financial results, operating performance across segments, forward guidance, and strategic updates. Q1 earnings highlights reveal financial results and guidance that significantly shape investor expectations and stock trajectory.
Matson, Inc. Q1 2026 earnings call summary covers financial results, operational updates, and forward guidance for the quarter. Q1 2026 earnings details and guidance directly influence MATX's financial trajectory and market valuation.
Matson, Inc. (MATX) released the transcript of its Q1 2026 earnings call. Earnings call transcripts disclose quarterly financial results, guidance, and strategic insights that significantly influence MATX stock performance and investor outlook.
Matson, Inc. announces first quarter 2026 results. Quarterly earnings announcements significantly influence financial performance and investor sentiment.
Matson (MATX) released Q1 2025 earnings call transcript detailing quarterly financial results, operational updates, management discussion, and forward guidance. Q1 2025 earnings transcript discloses financial performance and guidance directly shaping investor expectations and stock trajectory.
Matson (MATX) released Q4 2025 earnings call transcript detailing financial results, management discussion, and outlook. Q4 earnings transcripts disclose key financial metrics, strategic updates, and guidance that significantly influence stock performance and investor outlook.
Matson (NYSE:MATX) reported Q1 CY2026 sales below analyst estimates. Sales below analyst estimates in Q1 CY2026 indicates weaker-than-expected revenue, likely pressuring near-term financial performance and market sentiment.