Forward Air Profit Margin

Forward Air (FWRD) currently reports a profit margin of -3.71% as of March 2026. That compares with -32.32% in the prior-year period — up 88.5% year over year. That is below the Industrials sector average of 10.13%. Use the charts on this page to explore Forward Air's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Forward Air's profit margin increased from -32.32% to -3.71% — a 88.5% year-over-year increase (period ending March 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Forward Air's profit margin of -3.71% is lower than the Industrials sector average of 10.13%. That is roughly 136.7% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Forward Air's current -3.71% should be judged against Industrials norms (sector average: 10.13%) and against FWRD's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of -3.71%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Industrials average is 10.13%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Forward Air, and consider following FWRD for alerts when major investors trade the stock.