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FreightCar America Q2 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Executive summary
Achieved exceptional order intake, driving a 121% sequential increase in backlog to 3,972 units valued at $344 million, with strong aftermarket growth supported by acquisitions.
Q2 2026 revenues were $113.1 million, down from $118.6 million in Q2 2025, mainly due to lower Manufacturing segment sales and margins.
Gross profit for Q2 2026 was $6.2 million (5.5% margin), down from $17.8 million (15.0% margin) in Q2 2025, impacted by lower volumes and $2.2 million in realignment costs.
Net loss for Q2 2026 was $30.1 million, driven by a $24.9 million non-cash warrant liability loss; adjusted net loss was $0.8 million.
Completed two aftermarket acquisitions in the past year, broadening product and customer reach.
Financial highlights
Q2 2026 revenue was $113.1 million with 927 railcars delivered; gross profit was $6.2 million (5.5% margin).
Adjusted EBITDA was $1.2 million (1% margin), compared to $9.3 million (7.8% margin) last year.
Free cash flow for Q2 2026 was $11.3 million, up 43% year-over-year.
Cash and cash equivalents at quarter-end were $63 million; total debt was $104.8 million at 9.7% interest.
Market capitalization as of June 30, 2026, was $319.5 million, with share price growth of 359% over five years.
Outlook and guidance
FY2026 guidance: 3,500–3,900 railcar deliveries, $410–$460 million revenue, and $36–$44 million adjusted EBITDA, reflecting year-over-year declines.
Second half expected to see higher deliveries and improved profitability as cost savings take effect.
Capital expenditures for 2026 expected at $7–$10 million, focused on machinery and tank car production.
Management expects cash balances to be sufficient for at least the next 12 months.
- Record Q2 growth, raised 2024 guidance, and strong orders drive positive outlook.RAIL
Q2 20249 Jul 2026 - Q3 revenue up 83%, Adjusted EBITDA and net income positive despite a large non-cash warrant loss.RAIL
Q3 20249 Jul 2026 - 2024 revenue up 56% and adjusted EBITDA more than doubled, with strong 2025 outlook.RAIL
Q4 20248 Jul 2026 - Gross margin hit a decade high as aftermarket sales surged 86% and backlog reached 2,058 units.RAIL
Q1 202611 May 2026 - Proxy covers director elections, executive pay, auditor ratification, and key governance practices.RAIL
Proxy filing19 Mar 2026 - Margin expansion and strong cash flow support growth expectations for 2026.RAIL
Q4 202510 Mar 2026 - FY25 saw $501M revenue and strong cash flow, with FY26 guidance targeting further growth.RAIL
Investor presentation10 Mar 2026 - Operational agility and tank car expansion drive margin leadership and market share growth.RAIL
16th Annual Midwest Ideas Conference3 Feb 2026 - Transformation and tank car expansion drive market share and margin growth through 2027.RAIL
15th Annual Midwest IDEAS Investor Conference22 Jan 2026
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