Blue Bird Corporation (BLBD) Research

Blue Bird Corporation specializes in the design, engineering, production, and distribution of school buses and related components. The company serves customers across the United States, Canada, and international markets, structured into two primary divisions: Bus and Parts. Its product lineup includes Type C, Type D, and various specialty buses, alongside a strong emphasis on alternative fuel solutions such as propane, gasoline, compressed natural gas, and electric-powered vehicles. Blue Bird markets its offerings through an extensive dealer network, in addition to direct sales to fleet operators and both federal and state government entities. A centralized parts distribution center supports its logistical needs. Founded in 1927 and headquartered in Macon, Georgia, the company was previously known as Hennessy Capital Acquisition Corp.

Market snapshot

Symbol
BLBD
Price
$73.99
Day change
+0.87%
Market cap
$2.3B
P/E ratio
17.64x
52-week range
41.762-81.51
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Auto - Manufacturers
Next earnings
in 2 months
Analyst price target
$82.33

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Recent insider activity

  • Thau Daniel Mark — P-Purchase (300 shares) on 2026-05-19
  • Girardin Steve — A-Award (2702180 shares) on 2026-04-01
  • Girardin Steve — A-Award (2297 shares) on 2026-04-01
  • Girardin Steve — A-Award (1 shares) on 2026-04-01
  • Girardin Steve — trade (0 shares) on 2026-04-01

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