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FreightCar America (RAIL)


Market Price (12/28/2025): $11.54 | Market Cap: $368.0 Mil
Sector: Industrials | Industry: Rail Transportation

FreightCar America (RAIL)


Market Price (12/28/2025): $11.54
Market Cap: $368.0 Mil
Sector: Industrials
Industry: Rail Transportation

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.


0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 24%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 20%, FCF Yield is 7.4%
Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -6.4%
1 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Future of Freight, and Energy Transition & Decarbonization. Themes include Railcar Modernization, Freight Technology, Show more.
Key risks
RAIL key risks include [1] its high customer concentration and [2] significant balance sheet weaknesses, Show more.
0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 24%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 20%, FCF Yield is 7.4%
1 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Future of Freight, and Energy Transition & Decarbonization. Themes include Railcar Modernization, Freight Technology, Show more.
2 Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -6.4%
3 Key risks
RAIL key risks include [1] its high customer concentration and [2] significant balance sheet weaknesses, Show more.

Valuation, Metrics & Events

RAIL Stock


Why The Stock Moved


Qualitative Assessment

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The requested time period from August 31, 2025, to December 28, 2025, lies in the future. As such, information regarding the stock movement of FreightCar America (RAIL) and the key points explaining a 34.7% change during this specific future period is not yet available.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The 21.2% change in RAIL stock from 9/27/2025 to 12/27/2025 was primarily driven by a 10.3% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
927202512272025Change
Stock Price ($)9.4911.5021.18%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)465.86513.1210.14%
P/S Multiple0.650.7110.35%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)31.7931.89-0.30%
Cumulative Contribution21.18%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

9/27/2025 to 12/27/2025
ReturnCorrelation
RAIL21.2% 
Market (SPY)4.3%42.9%
Sector (XLI)3.0%35.5%

Fundamental Drivers

The 30.8% change in RAIL stock from 6/28/2025 to 12/27/2025 was primarily driven by a 27.1% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
628202512272025Change
Stock Price ($)8.7911.5030.83%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)494.66513.123.73%
P/S Multiple0.560.7127.07%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)31.6531.89-0.75%
Cumulative Contribution30.82%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

6/28/2025 to 12/27/2025
ReturnCorrelation
RAIL30.8% 
Market (SPY)12.6%35.6%
Sector (XLI)7.5%35.5%

Fundamental Drivers

The 24.6% change in RAIL stock from 12/27/2024 to 12/27/2025 was primarily driven by a 35.4% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
1227202412272025Change
Stock Price ($)9.2311.5024.59%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)548.33513.12-6.42%
P/S Multiple0.530.7135.41%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)31.3531.89-1.70%
Cumulative Contribution24.56%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

12/27/2024 to 12/27/2025
ReturnCorrelation
RAIL24.6% 
Market (SPY)17.0%43.0%
Sector (XLI)19.2%42.8%

Fundamental Drivers

The 265.1% change in RAIL stock from 12/28/2022 to 12/27/2025 was primarily driven by a 174.2% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
1228202212272025Change
Stock Price ($)3.1511.50265.08%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)310.78513.1265.11%
P/S Multiple0.260.71174.16%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)25.7231.89-23.99%
Cumulative Contribution244.07%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

12/28/2023 to 12/27/2025
ReturnCorrelation
RAIL330.7% 
Market (SPY)48.0%32.2%
Sector (XLI)41.2%29.4%

Return vs. Risk


Price Returns Compared

 202020212022202320242025Total [1]
Returns
RAIL Return16%53%-13%-16%232%29%457%
Peers Return16%38%-12%21%26%16%150%
S&P 500 Return16%27%-19%24%23%18%114%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
RAIL Win Rate42%33%42%33%58%58% 
Peers Win Rate52%65%42%68%57%52% 
S&P 500 Win Rate58%75%42%67%75%73% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
RAIL Max Drawdown-63%-7%-15%-29%-11%-50% 
Peers Max Drawdown-34%-5%-26%-7%-9%-23% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-31%-1%-25%-1%-2%-15% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2020
[2] Peers: HPQ, HPE, IBM, CSCO, AAPL.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2025 data is for the year up to 12/26/2025 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

Unique KeyEventRAILS&P 500
2022 Inflation Shock2022 Inflation Shock  
2022 Inflation Shock% Loss% Loss-71.4%-25.4%
2022 Inflation Shock% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven249.3%34.1%
2022 Inflation ShockTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven299 days464 days
2020 Covid Pandemic2020 Covid Pandemic  
2020 Covid Pandemic% Loss% Loss-64.6%-33.9%
2020 Covid Pandemic% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven182.9%51.3%
2020 Covid PandemicTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven145 days148 days
2018 Correction2018 Correction  
2018 Correction% Loss% Loss-91.0%-19.8%
2018 Correction% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven1007.1%24.7%
2018 CorrectionTime to BreakevenTime to BreakevenNot Fully Recovered days120 days
2008 Global Financial Crisis2008 Global Financial Crisis  
2008 Global Financial Crisis% Loss% Loss-75.3%-56.8%
2008 Global Financial Crisis% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven305.4%131.3%
2008 Global Financial CrisisTime to BreakevenTime to BreakevenNot Fully Recovered days1,480 days

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In The Past

FreightCar America's stock fell -71.4% during the 2022 Inflation Shock from a high on 4/30/2021. A -71.4% loss requires a 249.3% gain to breakeven.

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About FreightCar America (RAIL)

FreightCar America, Inc., through its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, and sells railcars and railcar components for the transportation of bulk commodities and containerized freight products primarily in North America. It operates in two segments, Manufacturing and Parts. The company offers a range of freight cars, including open top hoppers; covered hopper cars; gondolas; triple hoppers and hybrid aluminum/stainless steel railcars; ore hopper and gondola railcars; ballast hopper cars; aggregate hopper cars; intermodal flats; and non-intermodal flat cars. It also provides railcars, including coal cars, bulk commodity cars, coil steel cars, and boxcars; and woodchip hoppers, aluminum vehicle carriers, and articulated bulk container railcars. In addition, the company sells used railcars; leases, rebuilds, and converts railcars; and sells forged, cast, and fabricated parts for various railcars. It also exports its manufactured railcars to Latin America and the Middle East. The company's customers primarily include financial institutions, railroads, and shippers. FreightCar America, Inc. was founded in 1901 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

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Here are 1-3 brief analogies for FreightCar America:

  • The Ford of freight railcars

  • The Boeing of freight railcars

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  • Coal Hopper Cars: Specialized open-top railcars primarily designed for transporting coal and other bulk commodities.
  • Covered Hopper Cars: Railcars with a roof, used for transporting grain, cement, sand, and other bulk dry goods requiring protection from the elements.
  • Gondola Cars: Open-top railcars utilized for transporting bulk commodities such as scrap metal, aggregates, and steel products.
  • Intermodal Cars: Railcars designed to efficiently carry shipping containers for intermodal transportation.
  • Freight Railcar Parts & Services: Provides a range of parts, components, and aftermarket support services for freight railcars.

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FreightCar America (symbol: RAIL) sells primarily to other companies (B2B).

According to its most recent 10-K filings (e.g., for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023), FreightCar America explicitly states that sales to any one customer did not account for more than 10% of its consolidated revenues during the past three fiscal years (2023, 2022, or 2021). Therefore, specific individual "major customers" by name are not publicly disclosed by the company.

However, FreightCar America identifies the following categories of customer companies that it serves:

  • Class I Railroads: These are the largest freight railroads in North America. While FreightCar America does not name specific Class I railroads as major customers, examples of public companies in this category include:
    • Union Pacific Corporation (UNP)
    • CSX Corporation (CSX)
    • Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)
  • Other Railroads: This category encompasses regional railroads, short-line railroads, and industrial railroads.
  • Industrial Shippers: These are companies that transport their own goods via rail, often requiring specialized railcars. This is a broad category, and specific major customers are not identified by FreightCar America.
  • Railcar Leasing Companies: These companies purchase railcars from manufacturers like FreightCar America and then lease them to various end-users. Examples of public companies in this category include:
    • GATX Corporation (GATX)
    • Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN)

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Nicholas Randall, Chief Executive Officer

Nicholas Randall was appointed Chief Executive Officer of FreightCar America effective May 1, 2024, having previously served as Chief Operating Officer since June 2023. He has over 30 years of global experience in leading engineering and manufacturing operations within heavy durable industrial and consumer industries. Before joining FreightCar America, Mr. Randall led a division of Precision Castparts Corporation, an aerospace company part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., from 2017 to 2023. From 2007 to 2017, he held various capacities at Alcoa Corporation and Arconic Corporation. His earlier career included engineering roles at Jaguar Land Rover Automotive. He holds a bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering from Liverpool John Moores University.

Michael Riordan, Chief Financial Officer

Michael Riordan was promoted to Chief Financial Officer of FreightCar America in March 2022, having initially joined the company in November 2020 as Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer. He brings over 15 years of experience in finance, accounting, and operations. Prior to FreightCar America, Mr. Riordan served as Controller at InnerWorkings from 2017 to 2020. From 2013 to 2017, he held several financial management positions at Zekelman Industries, including its subsidiary Wheatland Tube, LLC. He also gained experience in various roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers earlier in his career. Mr. Riordan is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting & Finance from Miami University.

Matthew Tonn, Chief Commercial Officer

Matthew Tonn has served as FreightCar America's Chief Commercial Officer since September 2019. He possesses over 30 years of commercial and operations experience within the railroad industry. Before joining the company, Mr. Tonn was Vice President, Sales and Marketing of Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation's (WABTEC) Train Control, Signaling and Analytics Group from May 2017 to September 2019, and a regional Vice President, Sales and Marketing for WABTEC from October 2008 to May 2017. His previous experience includes various sales and marketing roles at Standard Car Truck, Co., National Castings/ABC NACO, and as VP Sales & Marketing / Equity Partner of ZefTek, Inc.

Juan Carlos Fuentes Sierra, Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer

Juan Carlos Fuentes Sierra has held the position of Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer at FreightCar America since April 2022. He joined the company in February 2022 as Operations Controller. Prior to his time at FreightCar America, Mr. Fuentes Sierra was the Director of Internal Audit and SOX Compliance at GrafTech International Ltd from 2014 to 2019. He also gained international experience in various roles focusing on Internal Audit, SOX Compliance, and Controllership between 2007 and 2014.

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The key risks to FreightCar America's business (RAIL) include:

  1. Cyclical Nature of the Railcar Industry and Adverse Market Conditions: FreightCar America operates in a highly cyclical industry, meaning its business is significantly affected by economic downturns and fluctuations in demand for railcars. Downturns can lead to reduced orders, lower deliveries, and ultimately impact revenue and profitability. Although annual growth is anticipated for the industry from 2026 to 2030, the market experienced a year-over-year decline in 2025, demonstrating this cyclical vulnerability.
  2. Intense Competition: The company faces substantial competition within the North American railcar market. FreightCar America competes on factors such as price, product performance and quality, technical innovation, delivery timing, and customer service. Key competitors include Trinity Industries, Greenbrier, and National Steel Car. Aggressive competition or more attractive offerings from rivals could lead to a decline in FreightCar America's market share.
  3. Reliance on a Small Number of Customers and Balance Sheet Weaknesses: FreightCar America is significantly dependent on a limited number of customers, with a small group accounting for a large percentage of its total sales. For instance, in 2022, three customers alone made up a substantial portion of total revenue, and the top five customers represented approximately 76% of total revenue. This customer concentration exposes the company to considerable risk if any of these major customers reduce their orders or are lost. Furthermore, the company carries a notable amount of debt ($152 million in total debt versus $62 million in total cash as of December 2025) and has reported negative total equity ($91 million negative total equity against $341 million in total assets as of December 2025). These balance sheet vulnerabilities could make it more challenging for FreightCar America to navigate prolonged sales downturns or other adverse business conditions.

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FreightCar America (RAIL) operates in the freight railcar manufacturing and services industry, with its primary products including various types of freight cars and related aftermarket services. The addressable markets for its main products and services are as follows:

  • Gondola Rail Cars: The global gondola rail car market size is estimated at $15 billion in 2025, with a projected growth to $22 billion by 2033, exhibiting a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6% from 2025 to 2033. North America is a significant contributor to this market.
  • Hopper Rail Cars (Covered and Open-Top): The global hoppers market size was valued at USD 3.8 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.9% between 2024 and 2032. Specifically, the covered hopper segment alone is expected to exceed USD 4.5 billion by 2032. North America held over 40% of the hoppers market share in 2023 and is anticipated to reach approximately USD 2 billion by 2032. Another estimate places the global railroad hopper car market size at $15 billion in 2023, with North America accounting for roughly 50% of this market.
  • Flat Cars: The global flatcar market is estimated at USD 358.7 million in 2025, with a forecast to reach USD 679.8 million by 2035 at a CAGR of 6.6%. Another source estimates the global flatcar market size at approximately $15 billion in 2025, projected to grow to about $22 billion by 2033 with a CAGR of 6%. North America is expected to be a leading region for growth in the flatcar market.
  • Freight Railcar Manufacturing (overall, including various types): The market size of the Railcar Manufacturing industry in the United States is valued at $4.4 billion in 2025.
  • Aftermarket Parts and Services (Freight Railcar Parts): The global freight railcar parts market size grew from $11.16 billion in 2024 to $11.61 billion in 2025 at a CAGR of 4%. It is expected to reach $14.39 billion by 2029 with a CAGR of 5.5%. Another projection indicates the global freight railcar part market is expected to reach USD 17.7 billion in 2024, with an anticipated increase to USD 28.6 billion by 2035 at a CAGR of 4.47% from 2025 to 2035. North America dominated the global freight railcar parts market, generating about USD 3.52 billion in 2023.
  • Railcar Leasing: The North America railcar leasing market size is forecast to increase by USD 8.30 billion at a CAGR of 9.1% between 2024 and 2029.
  • Intermodal Freight Transportation: The global intermodal freight transportation market size was valued at USD 42.9 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 93.51 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 12.1% from 2024 to 2030. North America held the largest share of 35.6% in the intermodal freight transportation market in 2023.

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FreightCar America (RAIL) is expected to drive future revenue growth over the next 2-3 years through several key factors:

  1. Increased Railcar Deliveries and Production Output: The company has consistently reported increased railcar deliveries and raised its full-year guidance for deliveries, indicating a focus on higher production volume. For example, FreightCar America raised its full-year 2024 railcar deliveries guidance to between 4,300 to 4,700 units and for 2025, reaffirmed guidance of 4,500-4,900 railcars. This growth is supported by the capabilities of its manufacturing facility in Mexico, which is capable of producing 5,000 or more railcars per year.
  2. Expansion of Product Portfolio and Value-Added Services: FreightCar America is expanding its product offerings beyond new railcar manufacturing to include higher-margin services such as railcar conversions, rebodies, and repairs. The company secured a significant multi-year tank car conversion order, expanding its product offerings, and its portfolio includes a healthy mix of car types to meet diverse customer needs. This strategic focus on conversion railcars and customized solutions positions the company for profitable growth.
  3. Market Share Gains: The company has demonstrated an ability to gain market share within its addressable markets. In Q2 2024, FreightCar America realized market share gains for orders across gondolas, flat cars, and open-top hoppers in the North American market. In Q3 2025, it maintained over 20% of the addressable market order share for new car orders.
  4. Enhanced Operational Efficiency and Capacity Utilization: Improvements in production efficiency, particularly at its Mexico facility, are contributing to revenue growth by enabling higher throughput and better cost management. The company has achieved record adjusted EBITDA at its new facility, attributed to gains in production efficiency and a favorable product mix. This operational excellence and the facility operating at full capacity are expected to drive sustained growth and cash generation.
  5. Favorable Industry Demand and Tailwinds: The broader railcar market is experiencing positive trends that are expected to benefit FreightCar America. Industry tailwinds include aging infrastructure requiring renewal, rising intermodal and bulk freight demand, and sustainability mandates pushing for longer-lasting railcar materials. The U.S. railcar market is projected to grow at a 4.0% CAGR through 2033.
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Share Repurchases

No significant share repurchase programs or dollar amounts of common share repurchases were explicitly detailed in the provided information for the last 3-5 years.

Share Issuance

  • In 2023, FreightCar America received approximately $13.25 million in proceeds from the issuance of preferred shares, net of issuance costs.
  • The company reported a $52.9 million non-cash adjustment in Q1 2025 related to a change in warrant liability.
  • A $17.6 million non-cash warrant liability charge due to share price appreciation was recorded in Q3 2025, impacting reported net loss.

Inbound Investments

  • FreightCar America secured a new $115 million 4-year term loan facility on December 31, 2024, to redeem all outstanding Series C Preferred Stock and settle accrued dividends.

Outbound Investments

No large, specific strategic outbound investments in other companies by FreightCar America were detailed in the provided information for the last 3-5 years.

Capital Expenditures

  • Expected capital expenditures for the full year 2025 are in the range of $4 million to $5 million.
  • Capital expenditures for the third quarter of 2025 were $1.2 million, with year-to-date 2025 capital expenditures totaling $2.1 million.
  • Primary focus of capital expenditures includes preparing for tank car conversions and entrance into new tank car markets, with production for the tank car retrofit program expected to begin in 2026.

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Financials

RAILHPQHPEIBMCSCOAAPLMedian
NameFreightC.HP Hewlett .Internat.Cisco Sy.Apple  
Mkt Price11.5023.2624.49305.0978.16273.4051.32
Mkt Cap0.421.932.6284.9309.24,074.4158.8
Rev LTM51355,29534,29665,40257,696408,62556,496
Op Inc LTM383,6241,64411,54412,991130,2147,584
FCF LTM272,80062711,85412,73396,1847,327
FCF 3Y Avg252,9781,40011,75313,879100,5037,366
CFO LTM313,6972,91913,48313,744108,5658,590
CFO 3Y Avg333,6723,89613,49814,736111,5598,697

Growth & Margins

RAILHPQHPEIBMCSCOAAPLMedian
NameFreightC.HP Hewlett .Internat.Cisco Sy.Apple  
Rev Chg LTM-6.4%3.2%13.8%4.5%8.9%6.0%5.2%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg20.6%-3.9%6.5%2.6%3.7%1.8%3.2%
Rev Chg Q41.7%4.2%14.4%9.1%7.5%9.6%9.4%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM10.1%1.1%3.7%2.1%1.8%2.1%2.1%
Op Mgn LTM7.4%6.6%4.8%17.7%22.5%31.9%12.5%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg4.8%7.4%7.2%16.4%24.2%30.8%11.9%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM0.5%-0.2%-1.4%0.6%0.4%0.1%0.2%
CFO/Rev LTM6.0%6.7%8.5%20.6%23.8%26.6%14.6%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg6.1%6.8%12.7%21.4%26.1%28.4%17.1%
FCF/Rev LTM5.3%5.1%1.8%18.1%22.1%23.5%11.7%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg4.2%5.5%4.6%18.6%24.6%25.6%12.1%

Valuation

RAILHPQHPEIBMCSCOAAPLMedian
NameFreightC.HP Hewlett .Internat.Cisco Sy.Apple  
Mkt Cap0.421.932.6284.9309.24,074.4158.8
P/S0.70.41.04.45.410.02.7
P/EBIT6.66.819.925.122.531.321.2
P/E4.18.6572.736.029.941.033.0
P/CFO12.05.911.221.122.537.516.6
Total Yield24.4%14.1%2.3%5.0%5.4%2.8%5.2%
Dividend Yield0.0%2.5%2.1%2.2%2.1%0.4%2.1%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg2.9%10.6%5.5%6.4%6.0%3.1%5.7%
D/E0.40.50.70.20.10.00.3
Net D/E0.20.30.60.20.00.00.2

Returns

RAILHPQHPEIBMCSCOAAPLMedian
NameFreightC.HP Hewlett .Internat.Cisco Sy.Apple  
1M Rtn43.6%-1.8%14.4%0.6%2.7%-1.5%1.7%
3M Rtn21.2%-11.9%2.7%7.9%17.0%7.1%7.5%
6M Rtn30.8%-4.0%34.5%6.6%15.2%36.3%23.0%
12M Rtn24.6%-27.0%16.2%40.5%34.5%7.5%20.4%
3Y Rtn265.1%-1.9%71.1%143.1%81.3%120.2%100.7%
1M Excs Rtn44.4%-5.6%12.9%-2.2%-0.0%-3.7%-1.1%
3M Excs Rtn16.9%-16.2%-1.7%3.6%12.7%2.8%3.2%
6M Excs Rtn18.6%-16.3%22.3%-5.7%3.0%24.0%10.8%
12M Excs Rtn13.5%-42.9%-0.7%25.0%19.9%-8.4%6.4%
3Y Excs Rtn149.1%-83.5%-11.2%59.6%-1.2%28.4%13.6%

Financials

Segment Financials

Assets by Segment
$ Mil20242023202220212020
Manufacturing207149154115157
Corporate5151466887
Consolidated income taxes receivable10001
Total259200201183245


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$11.50 
Market Cap ($ Bil)0.4 
First Trading Date04/06/2005 
Distance from 52W High-14.2% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$8.95$8.38
DMA Trenddowndown
Distance from DMA28.4%37.2%
 3M1YR
Volatility67.2%75.1%
Downside Capture207.06193.60
Upside Capture259.18186.35
Correlation (SPY)42.9%43.1%
RAIL Betas & Captures as of 11/30/2025

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta2.702.252.352.161.661.22
Up Beta5.134.483.913.421.801.35
Down Beta-0.851.311.601.201.360.82
Up Capture215%113%189%201%205%281%
Bmk +ve Days13263974142427
Stock +ve Days10202953113352
Down Capture271%243%234%213%140%106%
Bmk -ve Days7162452107323
Stock -ve Days10223370131371

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
 Comparison of RAIL With Other Asset Classes (Last 1Y)
 RAILSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return29.5%19.3%17.8%72.1%8.6%4.4%-8.2%
Annualized Volatility75.0%18.8%19.4%19.3%15.2%17.0%35.0%
Sharpe Ratio0.650.800.722.700.340.09-0.08
Correlation With Other Assets 42.7%42.8%15.0%20.9%24.7%21.0%

ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLI, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Based On 5-Year Data
 Comparison of RAIL With Other Asset Classes (Last 5Y)
 RAILSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return35.4%13.8%14.7%18.7%11.5%4.6%30.8%
Annualized Volatility79.4%17.2%17.1%15.5%18.7%18.9%48.6%
Sharpe Ratio0.730.650.700.970.500.160.57
Correlation With Other Assets 28.4%27.6%7.9%12.9%20.1%14.0%

ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLI, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Based On 10-Year Data
 Comparison of RAIL With Other Asset Classes (Last 10Y)
 RAILSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return-5.3%13.5%14.8%15.3%7.0%5.3%69.2%
Annualized Volatility73.6%19.9%18.0%14.7%17.6%20.8%55.8%
Sharpe Ratio0.250.600.710.860.320.220.90
Correlation With Other Assets 31.3%27.7%3.4%16.0%21.6%8.3%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date12152025
Short Interest: Shares Quantity241,788
Short Interest: % Change Since 113020254.2%
Average Daily Volume127,453
Days-to-Cover Short Interest1.90
Basic Shares Quantity31,887,926
Short % of Basic Shares0.8%

Earnings Returns History

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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
11/10/202511.8%-2.9%12.9%
8/4/20254.8%-8.5%-15.4%
3/12/202517.5%3.0%-24.4%
11/12/2024-35.3%-40.0%-37.9%
8/12/202416.8%64.8%165.3%
3/18/202410.9%19.0%11.2%
11/6/2023-7.4%-13.3%-12.6%
8/7/20234.4%-0.3%-10.1%
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SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive1098
# Negative91011
Median Positive13.2%15.4%32.0%
Median Negative-6.0%-9.4%-15.4%
Max Positive24.1%64.8%165.3%
Max Negative-35.3%-40.0%-42.2%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
93020251110202510-Q 9/30/2025
6302025804202510-Q 6/30/2025
3312025505202510-Q 3/31/2025
12312024312202510-K 12/31/2024
93020241112202410-Q 9/30/2024
6302024812202410-Q 6/30/2024
3312024508202410-Q 3/31/2024
12312023318202410-K 12/31/2023
93020231106202310-Q 9/30/2023
6302023807202310-Q 6/30/2023
3312023509202310-Q 3/31/2023
12312022327202310-K 12/31/2022
93020221107202210-Q 9/30/2022
6302022808202210-Q 6/30/2022
3312022510202210-Q 3/31/2022
12312021322202210-K 12/31/2021

Insider Activity

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 OwnerTitleFiling DateActionPriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
0Perez CeliaGC and Corp Secretary6262025Sell8.597,98268,596432,492Form
1Gil Benavides Alejandro 5152025Buy7.265003,6301,328,580Form
2Gil Benavides Alejandro 5142025Buy7.022,50017,5501,281,150Form