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Why Old Dominion stock is gaining today

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Old Dominion Freight Line Inc (ODFL) is seeing a positive boost in its stock price, reflecting investor confidence amid recent developments.

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc (NASDAQ:ODFL) is up today, with shares increasing by 1.62% to close at CA$180.99. This rise comes as the company manages ongoing cost pressures while making strategic pricing adjustments.

Investor takeaway: Investors are optimistic about Old Dominion's recent rate increase and its potential to improve cash flow, even with concerns about past price fluctuations.

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Old Dominion Freight Line Inc

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ODFL.US

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc

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↓ $39.92 (-18.31%)
74 day period
$173.00$204.89$236.78Jun 17Aug 11Oct 1

Market cap

$37.04B

P/E

33.4x

Div. yield

0.66%

Div. / share

$1.14

52W high

$251.64

52W low

$125.23

1W change

+1.81%

Beta

1.17

Analyst Price Targets

Based on 25 analysts covering ODFL · as of Sep 30, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast ODFL stock price to rise 29.7% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Hold

3.40 / 5.00

Avg. Target

C$230.91

+29.7% Upside

Previously C$228.78 on Sep 17, 2026

Current Price

C$178.10

Last close

Analyst Breakdown (25 analysts)

Strong Buy 6
Buy 2
Hold 15
Strong Sell 2
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Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on ODFL's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$102.15C$130.50C$158.85C$187.19C$215.54C$243.89TodayJun 17Aug 11Oct 1Nov 13Dec 27Feb 8

30-Day Vol

29.0%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

29.1%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

-50.0%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$148.97

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$167.81C$151.82 – C$185.48
60 trading daysC$158.11C$137.24 – C$182.16
90 trading daysC$148.97C$125.26 – C$177.18

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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1.62% Increase in Share Price

Old Dominion's stock has risen 1.62% today, showing a recovery from previous declines and investor optimism regarding its pricing strategy.

Bull case

The recent announcement of a 4.9% general rate increase is expected to boost revenue and help offset rising operational costs, which could improve the company's profitability in the future.

Bear case

Despite today's gains, Old Dominion has experienced a significant drop in share price over the past month, raising concerns about its ability to sustain momentum in a competitive market.

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Strategic Rate Increase

Old Dominion Freight Line recently announced a 4.9% general rate increase effective October 5, 2026. This strategic move aims to address rising costs related to real estate, equipment, and labor, potentially increasing revenue and supporting future cash flow.

Market Confidence Amidst Challenges

Even with a noticeable decline in share price over the past month, today's gain suggests renewed investor confidence. The company's strong profit margin of 19.44% and a P/E ratio of 33.41 indicate that investors are hopeful about Old Dominion's long-term growth prospects.

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Published: October 2, 2026
Last Updated: October 2, 2026

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