L. B. Foster Company (FSTR)
NASDAQ:FSTR
Want to see FSTR full AI Analyst Report?
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 11, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.49Last Year’s EPS
0.27Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 1 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call highlighted strong top-line growth, substantial margin and EBITDA expansion, meaningful deleveraging and improved cash generation driven largely by a recovery in Rail and continued Precast momentum. Offsetting factors include declines in orders and backlog (notably in Infrastructure), some segment-specific softness in Steel Products and emerging freight/fuel cost pressures. Management reaffirmed guidance, highlighted commercial progress (especially Friction Management) and signaled continued focus on disciplined capital allocation.Company Guidance
Consolidated Sales Growth
Net sales of $121.1M in Q1, up 23.9% year-over-year, driven primarily by Rail strength.
Rail Segment Outperformance
Rail revenues of $74.8M, up 38.4% YoY with Rail Products up 40.8% and Global Friction Management up 39.5%.
Profitability Expansion
Consolidated gross profit up 27.5% with gross margin improving 60 basis points to 21.2%; adjusted EBITDA of $5.2M, up 183% YoY.
Infrastructure Precast Momentum
Infrastructure sales up 5.9% with Precast Concrete up 17.2% and Infrastructure gross margin improving 200 basis points to 20.6%.
Improved Cash Generation and Leverage
Net debt down $24.2M to $55.7M vs. prior year; gross leverage reduced from 2.5x to 1.2x; operating cash flow improved by $15.7M YoY.
Trailing 12-Month Results Near Guidance Midpoints
Trailing 12-month sales of $563.4M and adjusted EBITDA of $42.4M are at or near 2026 guidance midpoints, supporting reaffirmation of full-year guidance.
Disciplined Capital Allocation
Q1 capex $3.0M (2.4% of sales) with planned increase to ~2.7% of sales for 2026 to support Precast growth; ~1M shares repurchased since early 2023 (~9.3% of shares) and $28.7M buyback authorization remaining.
Operational and Commercial Wins
Strong April order intake (management noted ~15% added to backlog in April) and continued commercial progress in Friction Management including progress toward Western Europe adoption.
Safety and Execution
Infrastructure Group reported zero injuries for the quarter, highlighted as a positive indicator of operational discipline.
FSTR Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
FSTR Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 04, 2026 | $30.70 | $36.60 | +19.22% |
Mar 03, 2026 | $32.19 | $31.66 | -1.65% |
Nov 03, 2025 | $27.40 | $26.94 | -1.68% |
Aug 11, 2025 | $22.08 | $22.25 | +0.77% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
FAQ
When does L. B. Foster Company (FSTR) report earnings?
L. B. Foster Company (FSTR) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 11, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
What is L. B. Foster Company (FSTR) earnings time?
L. B. Foster Company (FSTR) earnings time is at Aug 11, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
Where can I see when companies are reporting earnings?
You can see which companies are reporting today on our designated earnings calendar.
What companies are reporting earnings today?
You can see a list of the companies which are reporting today on TipRanks earnings calendar.
What is FSTR EPS forecast?
FSTR EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.49.