PACCAR Inc (PCAR) — Stock Score Summary

PACCAR Inc (PCAR) has a MoatMap StockRank of 67/100 based on Quality (56/100), Value (32/100), and Momentum (62/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY. PACCAR is a world-class manufacturer of premium commercial trucks (Kenworth, Peterbilt) with industry-leading ROIC and a strong dealer network. It stands to benefit from North American nearshoring and logistics fleet modernization, but its cyclical business model makes us cautious about initiating a full position at this stage of the economic cycle.

PACCAR Inc designs, manufactures, and distributes premium light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF brands, also offering financial services and aftermarket parts. The company is a global leader in the premium truck segment, renowned for quality and durability, supported by a vast dealer network and integrated financial offerings. PACCAR is vertically integrated with a strong focus on engineering and a robust aftermarket business.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$119.69
Market Cap$59.1B
P/E (TTM)25.12
P/E (Forward)17.43
Price/Book3.14
Return on Equity13.1%
Return on Invested Capital8.9%
Debt/Equity76.16
Gross Margin13.6%
Operating Margin10.3%
Revenue Growth-8.9%
Dividend Yield1.2%
Free Cash Flow$1.5B

PACCAR Inc operates in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, part of the Industrials sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PACCAR Inc’s (PCAR) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for PACCAR Inc (PCAR) is 67/100, with a Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (56), Value (32), and Momentum (62) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does PACCAR Inc have an economic moat?
PACCAR Inc (PCAR) has a Quality factor score of 56/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is PACCAR Inc a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for PACCAR Inc (PCAR) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 67/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is PACCAR Inc in?
PACCAR Inc (PCAR) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry (United States).