Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. (PAL) Fair Value 2026

PAL · Integrated Freight & Logistics ·

By CirclFi Research Team · Data from SEC EDGAR, FRED & GDELT

Quality Score

4.3 /10

32 fundamental signals · 2 models active

Value Trap Risk

SAFE (13/100)

Quick Summary — As of 2026-08-28, Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. (PAL) trades at $5.13, versus a $15.59 median fair value across its 2 active models — 203.8% above the current price. QOC: 4.3/10. Value Trap Risk: 13/100 (SAFE). 2/13 models active.

Key Facts

Ticker
PAL
Price
$5.13
Quality Score
4.3/10
Value Trap Risk
13/100
Models Active
2/13
Last Updated
Strength: Regime Cross-Sectional suggests +213.4% upside with 43% confidence
Risk: Below-average Quality Score of 4.3/10 signals weak fundamentals

Is Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. (PAL) Undervalued or Overvalued in 2026?

According to CirclFi’s 2-model valuation engine, Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. (PAL) appears undervalued as of : the median of 2 independent fair value estimates is $15.59, 203.8% above the current price of $5.13. Estimates range from $15.10 to $16.08. PAL scores 4.3/10 on fundamental quality and 13/100 on value-trap risk.

For context, the median US equity CirclFi rates trades at an implied -23.4% versus its own 13-model consensus, across 3,809 rated companies as of 2026-08-28. PAL’s +203.8% gap is wider than that market norm, and the Integrated Freight & Logistics sector median is -39.7%. Full market index →

This verdict compares price to intrinsic value only — it is not a buy or sell rating. For the decision case (bull vs bear arguments, risk factors, peers), read Should You Buy Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. Stock in 2026? →

What Fair Value Does Each Model Give PAL?

2 Intrinsic Value Models vs. Current Price ($5.13)

Core Models (Unlocked)
Model Fair Value Upside
Relative · Medium Conviction
 $16.08 +213.4%
Option-Based · Medium Conviction
 $15.10 +194.3%

All Models Active

All 2 models are displayed above.

What Is Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. (PAL) Worth in 2026?

According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. is potentially undervalued at its current price of $5.13. Based on our 13-model framework, Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.'s intrinsic value is estimated at a median fair value of $15.59 — representing +203.8% implied upside — with 2 out of 2 active models confirming this thesis.

What Do the Models Say About PAL?

2 of 13 models are currently active for PAL. All 2 active models suggest the stock trades below fair value. Taken together, their median fair value for PAL is $15.59 — the figure CirclFi publishes as this stock's fair value. See which stocks rank higher →

How Does PAL Rank in Integrated Freight & Logistics?

Among 37 Integrated Freight & Logistics stocks, PAL ranks #32 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 4.3/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 4.3 reflects mixed fundamentals.

Within the Integrated Freight & Logistics space, Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. competes in an environment where average transaction price (ATP) often separates market leaders from laggards. Understanding these industry-specific dynamics is essential context for interpreting our model outputs.

Is PAL a Value Trap?

CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns PAL a score of 13/100 (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

2 of 13 models are active for Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.. Limited activation may indicate insufficient history. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →

According to the CirclFi 32-factor quality framework, Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.'s fundamental quality profile registers 4.3/10. This mixed score captures the company's profitability depth, growth consistency, balance sheet resilience, and shareholder return track record.

Models cluster within a tight range (+19.1% spread), increasing conviction. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →

Data Sources & Confidence

Every PAL 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 PAL's 2 active models, average confidence is 37%. 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 →

This analysis is produced by the CirclFi Valuation Engine using quantitative models applied to SEC EDGAR filings, public market feeds, and FRED macroeconomic indicators. It is not financial advice.

Read the full investment analysis: Should You Buy Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. Stock in 2026? →

Bull case, bear case, risk factors & peer comparison — updated daily

Which Similar Integrated Freight & Logistics Stocks Should You Also Analyze?

11 related Integrated Freight & Logistics stocks with 13-model coverage

CJMBCallan JMB Inc.QOC 4.6HXHXHaoxin Holdings LimitedQOC 2.9SERVServe Robotics Inc.QOC 5.2SFWLShengfeng Development LimitedQOC 2.8ATXGAddentax Group Corp.QOC 5.4GVHGlobavend Holdings LimitedQOC 2.7UPSUnited Parcel Service, Inc.QOC 8.5LSTRLandstar System, Inc.QOC 7.5OZVNOZ Vision Inc.QOC 5.8ZTOZTO Express (Cayman) Inc.QOC 8.8FDXFedEx CorporationQOC 8.8

Read investment analysis: CJMB · HXHX · SERV · SFWL · ATXG · GVH · UPS · LSTR · OZVN · ZTO · FDX

Which Other Stocks Have a Similar Quality Score to PAL?

7 companies across all industries closest to PAL’s Quality of Company score of 4.3/10.

CDTCDT Equity Inc.QOC 4.3AIEVThunder Power Holdings, Inc.QOC 4.3LIVGLivento Group, Inc.QOC 4.3HYMCHycroft Mining Holding CorporationQOC 4.3REVBRevelation Biosciences, Inc.QOC 4.3SMNRSemnur Pharmaceuticals, Inc.QOC 4.3NVDANVIDIA CorporationQOC 10.0

Read investment analysis: CDT · AIEV · LIVG · HYMC · REVB · SMNR · NVDA

What Else Do Investors Ask About Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.’s Valuation?

What is Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.'s intrinsic value in 2026?

CirclFi puts Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. (PAL)'s intrinsic value at $15.59 — the median of 2 independent model estimates as of 2026-08-28, ranging from $15.10 to $16.08. The Quality of Company score is 4.3/10 across 32 fundamental signals. All models use SEC EDGAR filings updated daily. See our methodology page for how each model works.

Is PAL overvalued or undervalued right now?

At $5.13, 2 of 2 active models suggest PAL may be undervalued, while 0 indicate potential overvaluation. The median of all 2 fair value estimates is $15.59, 203.8% above the current price of $5.13 — a consensus view that PAL is undervalued. The assessment depends on which methodology best fits Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.'s business model in Integrated Freight & Logistics.

What does a Quality of Company score of 4.3 mean for PAL?

Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.'s QOC of 4.3/10 reflects 32 fundamental signals: profitability margins, revenue growth consistency, balance sheet leverage, free cash flow generation, and capital allocation efficiency. Scores below 5 flag potential fundamental weaknesses requiring careful analysis.

How many valuation models does CirclFi run on PAL?

CirclFi analyzes PAL with 13 institutional-grade models daily: Bayesian DCF (Monte Carlo + jump-diffusion), EPV (Greenwald zero-growth), EROIC Spread (McKinsey reinvestment), First Chicago (3-scenario), Markov DDM (regime-switching), ML-RIV (machine learning residual income), Dynamic NAV (asset-based), PWERM (option-theoretic), Regime Cross-Sectional (relative), Sentiment SOTP (hybrid), CUCE Ensemble (meta-model), FTNN Topology (neural network), and RCMH-DCF (conditional regime). Currently 2 of 13 are active for this stock. Read the full methodology →

Is PAL a value trap in 2026?

Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.'s Value Trap score is 13/100 (SAFE). This low score indicates the current valuation is not artificially depressed by fundamental deterioration, suggesting genuine opportunity rather than a trap. Browse stocks by value-trap risk →

Cite this analysis — “According to CirclFi’s 2-model valuation engine, Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. (PAL) has a median fair value of $15.59 — 203.8% above the current price of $5.13 — as of 2026-08-28.” Source: circlfi.com/stock/PAL/ · Methodology
Primary sources for this PAL valuation
  • Financial statements: Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. 10-K and 10-Q filings on SEC EDGAR (CIK 0001998768) — 700+ standardized XBRL tags, published by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
  • Discount-rate inputs: FRED, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis — risk-free rates, VIX, yield curve, inflation.
  • News sentiment: The GDELT Project — global media tone, input to the Sentiment SOTP model.
  • Model definitions: CirclFi methodology — the published specification for all 13 models, including the academic sources each one implements.

Market data for PAL as of ; valuations recomputed .