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Freightcar America (RAIL)
NASDAQ:RAIL
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 18, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.06Last Year’s EPS
0.05Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 2 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:May 05, 2025
|% Change Since: 20.64%
|Next Earnings Date:Aug 18, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call reflects a positive sentiment with strong market share gains, financial performance, and a robust order pipeline. While there were some challenges with lower railcar production and increased SG&A expenses, the positive aspects significantly outweigh the negatives.Company Guidance
During FreightCar America's first quarter 2025 earnings call, the company reaffirmed its full-year guidance, projecting deliveries of 4,500 to 4,900 railcars and revenue between $530 million and $595 million. The adjusted EBITDA target remains between $43 million and $49 million. The first quarter saw a gross margin expansion to 14.9%, an increase of 780 basis points year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA reaching $7.3 million. Despite lower deliveries, the company booked 1,250 new railcar orders worth approximately $141 million, driving its backlog to 3,337 railcars valued at $318 million. With a market share increase from 8% to 27% over the past 12 months, FreightCar America maintains a positive outlook, expecting industry-wide deliveries to gain momentum throughout the year.Significant Market Share Gain
FreightCar America expanded its addressable market share from 8% to 27% over the last 12 months, becoming the fastest-growing railcar manufacturer in North America.
Strong Financial Performance
Gross margin expanded to 14.9%, up 780 basis points year-over-year, nearly doubling from the same period last year. Adjusted EBITDA was $7.3 million, exceeding last year despite lower revenue and deliveries.
Robust Order Pipeline and Backlog
1,250 new railcar orders valued at approximately $141 million were booked in Q1, increasing the backlog to 3,337 railcars totaling $318 million. This provides excellent visibility well into 2025.
Consistent Cash Flow Generation
Generated $12.8 million in operating cash flow, marking the fourth consecutive quarter of positive cash flow from operations. Adjusted free cash flow improved by $43 million compared to Q1 2024.
Positive Future Outlook
Reaffirmed full-year 2025 guidance with expected deliveries of 4,500 to 4,900 railcars and revenue of $530 million to $595 million. Adjusted EBITDA is expected between $43 million and $49 million.
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RAIL 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
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RAIL Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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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% |
Aug 12, 2024 | $3.57 | $4.17 | +16.81% |
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FAQ
When does Freightcar America (RAIL) report earnings?
Freightcar America (RAIL) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 18, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Freightcar America (RAIL) earnings time?
Freightcar America (RAIL) earnings time is at Aug 18, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is RAIL EPS forecast?
RAIL EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is 0.06.
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