J.B. Hunt stock faces mixed signals as insider sale clashes with analyst optimism
J.B. Hunt Transport Services has seen mixed signals from analysts and insiders this month. While most experts still recommend buying the stock, a recent insider sale and Goldman Sachs’ updated forecast suggest some caution. The company’s shares last traded at $205.24.
On December 8, 2025, a senior manager at J.B. Hunt sold 1,588 shares for around $300,000. The transaction valued each share at approximately $189. No other recent purchases or price targets from asset managers have been reported.
Meanwhile, Goldman Sachs adjusted its stance on the stock. The bank raised its price target from $169 to $187, an 11% increase. However, this new target remains about 8.5% below the current trading price of $205.24. Goldman Sachs also kept a neutral rating on the shares. Most analysts covering J.B. Hunt still rate the stock as 'overweight', meaning they advise buying. The average price target among these analysts sits at $177.36.
The stock’s latest trading price stands well above both Goldman Sachs’ revised target and the broader analyst average. With insider selling and a neutral outlook from one major bank, investors may weigh these factors against the majority’s buy recommendation.
