Freightcar (RAIL) Investing in Growth Strategy to Strengthen Cost Position

FreightCar America, Inc. (NASDAQ:RAIL) is one of the best railroad stocks to buy right now. On August 4, the company affirmed that it is advancing its growth strategy by investing in tank car capabilities, which are expected to strengthen its cost position and support long-term value creation.

The remarks come on Freightcar achieving commercial excellence initiatives across the business, supported by strong order intake and healthy customer demand. The company successfully increased utilization across four production lines, delivering improved productivity. It also benefited from a richer product mix from disciplined pricing.

Revenues in the second quarter of 2025 totaled $118.6 million, down from $147.4 million in the same quarter last year. Railcar deliveries dropped to 939 units from 1,159 a year ago. Net income totaled $11.7 million, or $0.34 per share, and adjusted net income totaled $3.8 million, or $0.11 per share. During the quarter, Freightcar received 1,226 new orders valued at $106.9 million.

For the full year, Freightcar expects revenue to increase by 0.6% and range between $530 million and $595 million. Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be between $43 and $49 million, representing 7% year-over-year growth.

FreightCar America, Inc. (NASDAQ:RAIL) designs, manufactures, and supplies a wide range of railroad freight cars, along with railcar parts and components. It also offers railcar repair, rebodying services, and conversions to repurpose existing railcars.

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