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Landstar System, Inc. Stock 12‑Month Price Target Cut to $186.4, Implies 10% Upside

Landstar System's average price target was reduced from $189.2 to $186.4 by 15 analysts, with a range of $145 to $215. This implies a 10% upside based on the Oct. 27 closing price. The consensus rating remains 'Hold' among 20 analysts, with 4 Buys, 14 Holds, and 2 Sells.

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Published Oct 28, 2026, 7:20 AM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$LSTRNeutralLow
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Why it matters

Analyst consensus remains a Hold, indicating limited immediate trading impetus.

02

Market read

The price‑target adjustment reflects a slight shift in analyst sentiment but offers limited trading opportunity.

03

What to watch

Potential contract wins or fuel price changes could offset the modest target reduction.

Relevance 5/10Novelty 5/10Timing: today

Background

Landstar System is a publicly traded transportation and logistics company (ticker LSTR).

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$LSTRNeutralMedium confidence
Context

Analysts lowered the average 12‑month price target for Landstar System to $186.4, down from $189.2.

Expected impact

potential slight decline as market prices in lower expectations

Evidence & confidence

Target revisions are modest and reflect a small change in consensus outlook.

Market effects

Minor impact on the transportation/logistics sector as analysts adjust expectations.

Limited to U.S. equity markets where Landstar trades.

Low global relevance.

Counterpoint

The target cut may be overly cautious; the stock could still rally on upcoming earnings.

Key entities

  • Landstar System, Inc.

    U.S. transportation and logistics provider.

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