Forward Air Profit Margin

Forward Air (FWRD) currently reports a profit margin of -11.37% as of June 2026. That compares with -7.01% in the prior-year period — down 62.2% year over year. That is below the Industrials sector average of 10.33%. Use the charts on this page to explore Forward Air's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Forward Air's profit margin decreased from -7.01% to -11.37% — a 62.2% year-over-year decrease (period ending June 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Forward Air's profit margin of -11.37% is lower than the Industrials sector average of 10.33%. That is roughly 210.0% 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 -11.37% should be judged against Industrials norms (sector average: 10.33%) 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 -11.37%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Industrials average is 10.33%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Forward Air, and consider following FWRD for alerts when major investors trade the stock.