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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.
Aftermarket revenue grew 13% year-over-year, supported by organic growth and acquisitions, including Carly Railcar Components and Southern Parts & Equipment.
Completed structural optimization and realignment of manufacturing operations, locking in productivity gains and lowering cost base, with $12 million in annualized savings expected.
Production ramp began later than planned, shifting some 2026 deliveries into early 2027.
Operating cash flow reached $12.1 million and free cash flow $11.3 million, up 43% year-over-year.
Financial highlights
Q2 2026 revenues were $113.1 million, down from $118.6 million in Q2 2025; delivered 927 railcars versus 939 prior year.
Gross profit was $6.2 million (5.5% margin), down from $17.8 million (15% margin) year-over-year.
Adjusted EBITDA was $1.2 million (1% margin), compared to $9.3 million (7.8% margin) year-over-year.
Net loss of $30.1 million, or $0.94 per diluted share, including a $24.9 million non-cash warrant liability loss; adjusted net loss was $0.8 million, or $0.02 per share.
Operating cash flow was $12.1 million, up 43% year-over-year; free cash flow was $11.3 million.
Outlook and guidance
Updated FY2026 guidance: 3,500–3,900 railcar deliveries, $410–$460 million in revenue, and $36–$44 million in adjusted EBITDA, reflecting year-over-year declines.
Second half expected to see higher deliveries and improved profitability as cost savings take effect.
Aftermarket business expected to remain a growing and meaningful contributor.
Capital expenditures for the year 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, with long-term liquidity dependent on operating performance and covenant compliance.
- Gross margin hit a decade high as aftermarket sales surged 86% and backlog reached 2,058 units.RAIL
Q1 2026 - Proxy covers director elections, executive pay, auditor ratification, and key governance practices.RAIL
Proxy filing - FY25 saw $501M revenue and strong cash flow, with FY26 guidance targeting further growth.RAIL
Investor presentation - Margin expansion and strong cash flow support growth expectations for 2026.RAIL
Q4 2025 - Operational agility and tank car expansion drive margin leadership and market share growth.RAIL
16th Annual Midwest Ideas Conference - Q3 revenue up 83%, Adjusted EBITDA and net income positive despite a large non-cash warrant loss.RAIL
Q3 2024 - Transformation and tank car expansion drive market share and margin growth through 2027.RAIL
15th Annual Midwest IDEAS Investor Conference - Record Q2 growth, raised 2024 guidance, and strong orders drive positive outlook.RAIL
Q2 2024 - 2024 revenue up 56% and adjusted EBITDA more than doubled, with strong 2025 outlook.RAIL
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