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RAIL Stock Chart & Stats
$7.94
-$0.68(-6.66%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$7.94
-$0.68(-6.66%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$7.27 - $14.90
Previous CloseN/A
Volume91.73K
Average Volume (3M)170.31K
Market Cap
$195.20M
Enterprise Value$270.15M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$52.78M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$145.70M
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.3
Beta2.38
Next Earnings
Aug 10, 2026EPS Estimate
>-0.01Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.90
Shares Outstanding19,137,209
10 Day Avg. Volume242,994
30 Day Avg. Volume170,305
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.07
Price to Book (P/B)-3.28
Price to Sales (P/S)0.70
P/FCF Ratio11.21
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.38
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.58
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit3.88
Enterprise Value/Ebitda5.44
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$16.00Price Target Upside101.51% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)0.46
Revenue Forecast (FY)$507.91M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Aftermarket Revenue GrowthAn 86% YoY expansion in aftermarket sales materially diversifies revenue away from cyclical new‑car orders. Durable aftermarket and retrofit demand supports recurring revenue, higher margin mix, and steadier cash generation over the next 2–6 months as retrofit programs ramp.
Productivity ImprovementsA ~50% productivity gain and four fully operational lines reduce unit labor and overhead costs, improving structural margins and capacity without heavy capex. Better throughput and TrueTrack visibility shorten lead times and enhance the company's ability to convert backlog sustainably.
Backlog And Order DiversificationA $156M, 2,058‑unit backlog gives visible revenue over coming quarters and a mix of new builds, conversions and retrofits that spreads execution risk. Sequential backlog growth underpins H2 delivery plans and provides durable demand visibility for planning and working‑capital management.
Bears Say
Weak Capital StructureNegative equity (~-$65M) combined with ~ $146M of debt constrains financial flexibility and heightens leverage risk. This stressed capital structure limits room to absorb demand shocks, raises refinancing and covenant risk, and constrains strategic investment over the medium term.
Revenue And Delivery WeaknessA sharp quarterly revenue decline (~33% YoY) and lower unit deliveries reduce operating leverage and increase per‑unit fixed cost absorption. Sustained soft volumes force reliance on back‑half conversions and retrofit timing to restore throughput and margin profile.
Cash‑flow Momentum ConcernsWhile FCF remains positive, a ~54% decline in free cash flow versus the prior period weakens the cushion available to delever and support operations. Lower cash‑flow momentum reduces capacity to accelerate debt paydown or absorb working‑capital swings if orders soften.
Freightcar America News
RAIL FAQ
What was Freightcar America’s price range in the past 12 months?
Freightcar America lowest stock price was $7.27 and its highest was $14.90 in the past 12 months.
What is Freightcar America’s market cap?
Freightcar America’s market cap is $195.20M.
When is Freightcar America’s upcoming earnings report date?
Freightcar America’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 10, 2026 which is in 42 days.
How were Freightcar America’s earnings last quarter?
Freightcar America released its earnings results on May 04, 2026. The company reported -$0.04 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of -$0.033 by -$0.007.
Is Freightcar America overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Freightcar America’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Freightcar America pay dividends?
Freightcar America pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.09 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Freightcar America dividends here
What is Freightcar America’s EPS estimate?
Freightcar America’s EPS estimate is >-0.01.
How many shares outstanding does Freightcar America have?
Freightcar America has 19,137,209 shares outstanding.
What happened to Freightcar America’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Freightcar America reported an EPS of -$0.04 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of -$0.033. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4.218%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Freightcar America?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in RAIL
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Freightcar America Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$16.00 (101.51% Upside)
$16.00 (101.51% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
RAIL Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 14.4K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.2%
Last 30 Days ▼ 7.3%
Last 30 Days ▼ 7.3%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
13.96%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-33.78%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
14.98%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Freightcar America
Operating through its subsidiaries, FreightCar America, Inc. specializes in the design, production, and sale of railcars and their associated components, primarily for the transportation of bulk commodities and containerized freight across North America. The company's operations are organized into two main divisions: Manufacturing and Parts. Its diverse product offerings include a wide array of freight cars such as open-top and covered hoppers, gondolas, triple hoppers, and innovative hybrid aluminum/stainless steel railcars. They also manufacture specialized vehicles like ore hoppers, ballast hoppers, aggregate hoppers, intermodal flats, and non-intermodal flat cars. Further expanding its portfolio, FreightCar America provides coal cars, general bulk commodity cars, coil steel cars, boxcars, woodchip hoppers, aluminum vehicle carriers, and articulated bulk container railcars. In addition to manufacturing new railcars, the company engages in selling used railcars, offering leasing options, and performing railcar rebuilding and conversion services. It also supplies various forged, cast, and fabricated parts for railcar applications. FreightCar America's manufactured railcars are exported to international markets, including Latin America and the Middle East. Its primary customer base comprises financial institutions, major railroads, and various shipping companies. FreightCar America, Inc. was founded in 1901 and its corporate headquarters are located in Chicago, Illinois.
RAIL Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presents a mixed but fundamentally stable picture: operational and strategic progress (strong aftermarket growth, ~50% productivity improvement, higher gross margins, a larger and diversified backlog, and a solid cash position) are clear positives. These are offset by meaningful near-term declines in revenue, unit deliveries, and adjusted profitability (adjusted EBITDA and adjusted net income), and by reliance on second-half order conversions and retrofit program timing to meet full-year expectations. Management reaffirmed guidance and emphasized agility, backlog strength, and a growing pipeline as mitigating factors.View all RAIL earnings summariesRAIL Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$16.00
▲(101.51% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
17.78% Insiders
6.65% Mutual Funds
9.65% Other Institutional Investors
62.14% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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