Blue Bird Corp (BLBD)

Currency in USD
78.39
+2.31(+3.04%)
Real-time Data·
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Fair Value
Day's Range
75.6478.49
52 wk Range
42.0081.51
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
76.08
Open
76.86
Day's Range
75.64-78.49
52 wk Range
42-81.51
Volume
168.29K
Average Volume (3m)
458.45K
1-Year Change
71.9079%
Book Value / Share
9.43
Fair Value
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
83.25
Upside
+6.20%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
2 analysts have revised their earnings upwards for the upcoming period

Blue Bird Corp News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

Analyst Ratings

7 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
8 analysts
Overall Consensus
Strong Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 83.25
(+6.20% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Roth/MKM
Buy94.00+20.11%-New CoverageJun 25, 2026
DA Davidson
Buy86.00+9.89%86.00MaintainJun 09, 2026
DA Davidson
Buy86.00+9.89%-MaintainJun 01, 2026
Freedom Broker
Hold73.00-6.72%72.00DowngradeMay 07, 2026
DA Davidson
Buy86.00+9.89%76.00MaintainMay 07, 2026

Blue Bird Corp SWOT Analysis


EV Market Leade
Blue Bird Corporation emerges as a frontrunner in the electric school bus market, leveraging its strong position in traditional buses to drive innovation and growth
Financial Resilience
Explore Blue Bird's robust financial performance, with Q4 2024 results exceeding expectations and a reaffirmed FY 2025 EBITDA guidance signaling confidence
Operational Excellence
Delve into Blue Bird's operational efficiencies, including a one-shift, one-plant labor agreement, contributing to an improved cost base and enhanced profitability
Future Prospects
Analysts project a promising outlook for Blue Bird, with price targets ranging from $50 to $54, reflecting the company's potential for sustained growth and market expansion
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Blue Bird Corp Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • Blue Bird Q2 FY2026 EPS of $1.00 beat estimates by 14.94%; revenue of $353M exceeded forecasts by 4.74%, driving 2.6% after-hours stock gain
  • Record adjusted EBITDA of $51M (14.4% margin) and free cash flow surged 111% to $40M; cash position reached record $276M despite tariff pressures
  • Company raised FY2026 EV sales forecast to 900 units, citing EPA Clean School Bus Program support and strong alternative-power segment positioning
  • Management projects Q3 EPS of $1.27 and Q4 EPS of $1.50, attributing record profitability to pricing discipline and manufacturing efficiencies
  • Key risks include tariff pressures, supply chain constraints, and EV market competition; company investing in new facility to expand production capacity
Last Updated: 2026-05-06, 05:28 p/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
May 06, 2026
EPS / Forecast
1.00 / 0.87
Revenue / Forecast
352.6M / 336.63M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

BLBD Income Statement

Compare BLBD to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
BLBD
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
18.6x13.6x12.4x
PEG Ratio
0.68−0.100.03
Price/Book
8.3x2.1x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
1.7x0.7x1.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
10.4%106.0%23.6%
Fair Value Upside
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Blue Bird Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, designs, engineers, manufactures, and sells school buses in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company operates through two segments, Bus and Parts. It offers Type C, Type D, and specialty buses; and alternative power options through its propane powered, gasoline powered, compressed natural gas powered, and electric powered school buses, as well as diesel engines. The company also sells replacement bus parts; and provides extended warranties related to its products. Blue Bird Corporation sells its products through drop ship and a network of dealers, as well as directly to fleet operators, the United States government, and state governments; independent service centers; and maintains a parts distribution center. Blue Bird Corporation was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Macon, Georgia.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
15.00M47.39%1.14B
Other Institutional Investors
19.26M52.61%1.47B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
34.26M100.00%2.61B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.8.18%2,590,073197,053
FMR LLC8.02%2,539,306193,190

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FAQ

What Is the Blue Bird (BLBD) Stock Price Today?

The Blue Bird stock price today is 78.39 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Blue Bird Trade On?

Blue Bird is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Blue Bird?

The stock symbol for Blue Bird is "BLBD."

What Is the Blue Bird Market Cap?

As of today, Blue Bird market cap is 2.48B USD.

What Is Blue Bird's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Blue Bird EPS (TTM) is 4.08.

When Is the Next Blue Bird Earnings Date?

Blue Bird will release its next earnings report on Aug 12, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is BLBD a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Blue Bird Stock Split?

Blue Bird has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does Blue Bird Have?

Blue Bird has 2010 employees.

What is the current trading status of Blue Bird (BLBD)?

As of Jul 06, 2026, Blue Bird (BLBD) is trading at a price of 78.39 USD, with a previous close of 76.08 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 75.64 USD to 78.49 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 42.00 USD to 81.51 USD.

What Is Blue Bird (BLBD) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Blue Bird is 83.25 USD, with a high estimate of 94 USD and a low estimate of 73 USD. 7 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Strong Buy. The stock has an +6.20% Upside potential.

What Is the BLBD Premarket Price?

BLBD's last pre-market stock price is 77.17 USD. The pre-market share volume is 510.00, and the stock has decreased by 1.09, or 1.43%.
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