Marten Transport's ROE Falls Below Industry Average Amidst Negative Sentiment and Financial Decline

Marten Transport's share price has declined 9.5% in the last three months. The company's return on equity (ROE) is 2.7%, which is lower than the industry average of 13%. The decline in earnings is not surprising given the lower ROE, but there could be other factors contributing to the decline. The company has a high payout ratio and faces competitive pressures. The industry has grown its earnings at a rate of 6.2% in the last 5 years.