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LB Foster Company(FSTR)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for FSTR
11/13/2026: FSTR (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 6 days. Simulated Profits (6.42%). Updated daily EoD!
L.B. Foster Company is a specialized manufacturer and provider of infrastructure and rail solutions, operating primarily in North America. The company has successfully shifted its focus toward higher-margin, technology-driven segments, such as rail friction management, while moving away from cyclical commodity businesses. This strategic transition provides a solid foundation for long-term growth tied to infrastructure renewal. However, investors must monitor risks related to project-based revenue cycles, potential raw material cost volatility, and intense competition from larger infrastructure peers. Overall, the stock may appeal to value-oriented investors who are interested in the ongoing transformation of a long-established industrial company, though it remains sensitive to broader economic and infrastructure investment trends.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers moderate growth potential linked to infrastructure cycles rather than high-growth technology expansion. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum potential is limited to periods of significant infrastructure policy shifts or contract wins. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company's valuation often reflects a discount relative to broader industrial peers, appealing to value-oriented investors. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | L.B. Foster is not primarily focused on returning cash through dividends, preferring reinvestment. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | Business cyclicality and exposure to infrastructure spending create moderate volatility risks for low-risk investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The stock's beta reflects the cyclical nature of its primary end markets. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Valuation is sensitive to changes in long-term infrastructure investment projections. |
| Competition risk (Rail and Infrastructure peers) | Medium / high | Competition from larger, better-capitalized players can exert margin pressure. |
| Business quality | Medium | The shift to proprietary technology improves quality but remains an ongoing transition. |
| Dividend income | Low | Income is not a primary objective for the company's current capital allocation. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successful integration of acquired technologies and operational efficiency is critical for margin growth. |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 453.74M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 34.23 | 1Y Target Price 45.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 34.23 | 1Y Target Price 45.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 47.0K shares | Beta 1.16 | 52 Weeks Range 25.66 - 45.81 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 25.66 - 45.81 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.26 |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
Sector
Industrials
Constructive- Sentiment
- Bullish
- Momentum
- BUY Breadth Improving
- BUY participation
- 39.5%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 30 / 76
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- +12
- Market state
- Bullish
More qualifying stocks are receiving or maintaining BUY advisories, indicating improving market participation.
Industry
Railroads
- BUY participation
- 50.0%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 1 / 2
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- +1
Eligible universe: 2 stocks.
Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 71.29% | Avg. Invested days 49 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  4.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/13/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Rail Technologies | Friction management and track signaling equipment. | Profit is driven by selling high-tech maintenance equipment to freight and passenger railways. |
| Infrastructure Solutions | Precast concrete buildings and steel bridge components. | Revenue comes from supplying durable building blocks for large construction and infrastructure projects. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-11-04 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.6 | Actual 0.64 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 2.35% | Operating Margin (TTM) 5.25% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.88% | Return on Equity (TTM) 7.59% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 34.23 | Forward PE 21.28 | Enterprise Value 497.92M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.77 |
Enterprise Value 497.92M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.77 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.83 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.87 | Shares Outstanding 10.52M | Shares Floating 9.73M |
Shares Outstanding 10.52M | Shares Floating 9.73M | ||
Percent Insiders 8.2 | Percent Institutions 81.99 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
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