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Freightcar America (RAIL)
:RAIL
Earnings Data
Report Date
Mar 24, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2025 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.23Last Year’s EPS
0.21Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 1 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
FreightCar America demonstrated strong operational performance with significant revenue growth and record adjusted EBITDA. The company effectively managed challenges in the broader railcar industry, maintaining a healthy backlog and achieving market share growth. However, there are still industry demand challenges and a revenue guidance adjustment that reflect current market conditions.Company Guidance
Significant Revenue Growth
FreightCar America achieved a revenue growth of over 42% in the third quarter of 2025 compared to the previous year.
Record Adjusted EBITDA
The company reported a record adjusted EBITDA of $17 million, a 56% increase from the prior year, marking the most profitable quarter since relocating production to Mexico.
Improvement in Margins
Gross margin increased to 15.1%, and adjusted EBITDA margin rose to 10.6%, representing an improvement of 80 basis points and 100 basis points, respectively, from the previous year.
Healthy Backlog and Market Position
The company maintained a healthy backlog of 2,750 units valued at approximately $222 million, achieving over 20% of the addressable market order share for new car orders.
Operational Efficiency and Initiatives
Operational improvements in safety, quality, throughput, and cost structure at the Castanos facility contributed to record EBITDA performance. Initiatives like TrueTrack digital integration and enhancements to plant layout aim to improve flow, productivity, and margins.
RAIL Earnings History
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RAIL Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Nov 10, 2025 | $8.48 | $9.48 | +11.79% |
Aug 04, 2025 | $9.92 | $10.40 | +4.84% |
May 05, 2025 | $6.25 | $6.81 | +8.96% |
Mar 12, 2025 | $6.23 | $7.32 | +17.50% |
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FAQ
When does Freightcar America (RAIL) report earnings?
Freightcar America (RAIL) is schdueled to report earning on Mar 24, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
What is Freightcar America (RAIL) earnings time?
Freightcar America (RAIL) earnings time is at Mar 24, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
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What is RAIL EPS forecast?
RAIL EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q4) is 0.23.