FreightCar America demonstrated strong performance with expanded gross margins, increased orders, and positive cash flow. However, challenges such as declining revenue, increased SG&A expenses, and a softer demand environment due to industry uncertainties were notable. Despite these challenges, the company remains optimistic about its strategic investments and future growth opportunities.

Company Guidance

During the FreightCar America Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call, the company provided several key metrics and guidance highlights. FreightCar America reported a gross margin expansion to 15%, up from 12.5% the previous year, on deliveries of 939 railcars. The company achieved adjusted EBITDA margins with a 20 basis point increase compared to the prior year, generating adjusted free cash flow of $7.9 million. Although revenues and deliveries were lower year-over-year, the company maintained strong commercial momentum, securing 1,226 new orders valued at $107 million, and increasing its backlog by approximately 300 units to 3,624 units. The firm also emphasized its strategic investment in a tank car retrofit program, expected to contribute an additional $6 million in EBITDA over the next two years. FreightCar America reaffirmed its outlook for the remainder of the year, citing strong order momentum and operational flexibility.

Expansion of Gross Margins

Gross margins for the quarter expanded to 15% on 939 deliveries, up from 12.5% on 1,159 deliveries a year ago.

Increase in Orders and Backlog

FreightCar America secured 1,226 new orders in the quarter, increasing the backlog to 3,624 units, up approximately 300 units from the prior quarter.

Positive Operating Cash Flow

The company marked its fifth consecutive quarter of positive operating cash flow, finishing Q2 with over $61 million of cash on hand.

Investment in Tank Car Retrofit Program

FreightCar America announced a capital investment in the tank car retrofit program, positioning for future growth and margin enhancement.

Strong Aftermarket Sales Growth

Aftermarket sales increased almost 61% year-over-year, showing growth in the company's aftermarket presence.

Freightcar America (RAIL) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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RAIL Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Nov 18, 2025	2025 (Q3)	0.15 / -	0.08	―	―	―
Aug 04, 2025	2025 (Q2)	0.06 / 0.11	0.05	120.00% (+0.06)	―
May 05, 2025	2025 (Q1)	0.08 / 0.05	0.02	150.00% (+0.03)	―
Mar 12, 2025	2024 (Q4)	0.04 / 0.21	-0.07	400.00% (+0.28)	―
Nov 12, 2024	2024 (Q3)	0.05 / 0.08	-0.14	157.14% (+0.22)	―
Aug 12, 2024	2024 (Q2)	0.05 / 0.05	0.02	150.00% (+0.03)	―
May 08, 2024	2024 (Q1)	0.01 / 0.02	-0.21	109.52% (+0.23)	―
Mar 18, 2024	2023 (Q4)	-0.01 / -0.07	-0.37	81.08% (+0.30)	―
Nov 06, 2023	2023 (Q3)	-0.04 / -0.14	-0.69	79.71% (+0.55)	―
Aug 07, 2023	2023 (Q2)	-0.12 / 0.02	0.58	-96.55% (-0.56)	―

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RAIL Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
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%
Nov 12, 2024	$15.71	$10.17	-35.26%

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Freightcar America (RAIL) is schdueled to report earning on Nov 18, 2025, After Close (Confirmed).

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RAIL EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q3) is 0.16.

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