FWRD Stock Recent News

Forward shares are down big due to current market conditions and an unpopular acquisition. An activist is reportedly preparing to push the company to restructure or find a buyer.

GREENEVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ: FWRD) (the “Company”, “Forward”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) today announced updates to certain previously released non-GAAP financial measures for the twelve months ended March 31, 2024, to include adjustments to the previously released non-GAAP financial measures. When Forward released first quarter 2024 earnings on May 8, 2024, the Company made available to investors a conference call presentation, page 19 of which set forth a c.

Forward Air reported disappointing quarterly results, confirming investor fears about a questionable acquisition from earlier in the year. Both activists and new management are now racing to turn the company around.

The stock price of Forward Air (NASDAQ: FWRD), an asset-light freight and logistics company with operations in the United States and Canada, trades at $15 per share, about 90% below its peak level of $125 seen in January 2022. FWRD stock was trading at $92 in early June 2022, just before the Fed started increasing rates, and is now 84% below that level, compared to a substantial 40% gain for the S&P 500 during this period.

Forward Air (NASDAQ:FWRD) finds itself in the spotlight as activist investor Irenic Capital Management made a significant move, acquiring nearly 5% stake in the company, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal.

Irenic Capital Management has a position of nearly 5%, making it one of the trucking company's top shareholders.

GREENEVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ: FWRD) (“Forward” or the “Company”) today announced the appointment of Jamie G. Pierson as interim Chief Financial Officer effective May 20, 2024. Mr. Pierson succeeds Rebecca Garbrick, who is departing the Company. Ms. Garbrick will remain with the Company to assist with the transition. “On behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to thank Rebecca for her commitment and significant contributions over the last several years. Since taking the CFO role in 2020, Rebecca has been a valuable member of our management team, and we wish her much success in her future endeavors,” stated Shawn Stewart, CEO. He continued, “We are excited to have Jamie step in to lead, and provide strategic insight, to the finance team during this critical time. Jamie is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in transportation and logistics, which coupled with his demonstrated track record in several financial leadership pos

GREENEVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ: FWRD) (“Forward” or the “Company”) today announced the appointment of Jamie G. Pierson as interim Chief Financial Officer effective May 20, 2024. Mr. Pierson succeeds Rebecca Garbrick, who is departing the Company. Ms. Garbrick will remain with the Company to assist with the transition. “On behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to thank Rebecca for her commitment and significant contributions over the last several years. S.

GREENEVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ:FWRD) (the “Company”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) today announced the filing of its definitive proxy statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on May 20, 2024 in preparation for its upcoming annual shareholder meeting, which will be held on June 3, 2024 for shareholders as of the March 25, 2024 record date. Forward is dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, transparency and accountability as t.

Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ:FWRD ) Q1 2024 Results Conference Call May 9, 2024 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Michael Hance - Interim CEO, Chief Legal Officer & Secretary Rebecca Garbrick - CFO & Treasurer Shawn Stewart - Incoming CEO Conference Call Participants Andrew Cox - Stifel Bascome Majors - Susquehanna Stephanie Moore - Jefferies Christopher Kuhn - Benchmark Tyler Brown - Raymond James Operator At this time, all participants have been placed in a listen-only mode and the floor will be open for your questions following the presentation. [Operator Instructions] I would now like to turn the call over to Michael Hance, Chief Legal Officer.