Palm Valley Capital Fund saw a 0.66% increase in the fourth quarter of 2025, outperforming the S&P SmallCap 600 and Morningstar Small Cap Total Return Index. The Fund allocated 76.3% to Treasury bills by quarter-end. Equity holdings rose by 1.12% in three months, with investments in precious metals driving positive performance.

Heartland Express, Inc. (NASDAQ:HTLD) was a top contributor to Palm Valley Capital Fund in Q4 2025. The truckload carrier stock had a one-month return of 6.26% and closed at $9.84 per share on January 5, 2026, with a market cap of $762.084 million. The company’s operating results are stabilizing amid a challenging freight recession.

Heartland Express, Inc. (NASDAQ:HTLD) showed signs of profitability improvement in the trucking sector in Q4 2025. Capacity reductions and stricter regulations are expected to boost pricing and constrain driver supply. The company’s balance sheet has been strengthening, with a 60% reduction in net debt over three years.

Heartland Express, Inc. (NASDAQ:HTLD) was held in 17 hedge fund portfolios at the end of Q3 2025. While the company has potential, AI stocks may offer greater upside with less downside risk. Investors seeking undervalued AI stocks benefiting from tariffs and onshoring trends can explore a free report on the best short-term AI stock.

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