What Is ArcBest Corporation (ARCB) Worth in 2026?
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, ArcBest Corporation's intrinsic value is estimated at $84.21. Trading at its current price of $149.50, the valuation engine raises significant caution: 10 of 13 models flag downside risk, projecting an average implied return of -43.7%. Notably, FTNN sees the most upside at +9.6% (fair value: $163.83), while RCMH-DCF is the most conservative at -82.9% ($25.52). The spread between these extremes — +92.5% — reveals how different analytical frameworks can reach starkly different conclusions.
What Do the Models Say About ARCB?
13 of 13 models are currently active for ARCB. Of these, 2 models suggest upside while 11 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates ARCB's intrinsic value at $105.01, implying -29.8% downside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →
How Does ARCB Rank in Trucking?
Among 1 Trucking stocks, ARCB ranks #1 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 9.1/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 9.1 places ARCB in the top tier.
ArcBest Corporation's positioning within the Trucking segment means that units delivered plays an outsized role in fundamental analysis. The sector's unique characteristics — including software-defined vehicle revenue — shape both the opportunity set and risk profile.
Is ARCB a Value Trap?
CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns ARCB a score of 17/100 (SAFE). This indicates minimal risk. Fundamentals are healthy. The score cross-references apparent undervaluation against fundamental deterioration signals. Browse lowest value-trap stocks →
Multi-Model Methodology
13 of 13 models are active for ArcBest Corporation. Broad coverage provides high confidence. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →
According to the CirclFi Quality of Company (QOC) framework, ArcBest Corporation earns a quality score of 9.1/10. This exceptional rating reflects the company's standing across 32 fundamental signals spanning profitability, growth consistency, balance sheet strength, and capital allocation efficiency.
The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +92.5% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →
Data Sources & Confidence
Every ARCB valuation is built from SEC EDGAR XBRL filings — 700+ standardized financial tags. Macroeconomic context from FRED calibrates discount rates, while GDELT news sentiment feeds into our Sentiment SOTP model. All pipelines run daily. Read the complete data methodology →
Across ARCB's 13 active models, average confidence is 45%. Lower confidence may reflect limited history or high volatility.
CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →