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LB Foster Company (FSTR)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/12/2025: FSTR (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $28
1 Year Target Price $28
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 100.96% | Avg. Invested days 52 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/12/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 290.69M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 8.31 | 1Y Target Price 28 |
Price to earnings Ratio 8.31 | 1Y Target Price 28 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.99 | 52 Weeks Range 17.16 - 29.77 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 17.16 - 29.77 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.3 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 7.19% | Operating Margin (TTM) 6.29% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.46% | Return on Equity (TTM) 22.51% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 8.31 | Forward PE 12.94 | Enterprise Value 387913444 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.57 |
Enterprise Value 387913444 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.57 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.77 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.53 | Shares Outstanding 10597700 | Shares Floating 8535586 |
Shares Outstanding 10597700 | Shares Floating 8535586 | ||
Percent Insiders 5.72 | Percent Institutions 78.05 |
Upturn AI SWOT
LB Foster Company
Company Overview
History and Background
L.B. Foster Company was founded in 1902. Initially a steel supplier to railroads, the company has diversified into infrastructure solutions and construction products.
Core Business Areas
- Rail Technologies and Services: Provides a comprehensive range of rail products and services, including new rail, used rail, trackwork, rail accessories, and inspection services.
- Construction Products: Manufactures and distributes precast concrete products, steel piling, bridge decking, and related construction materials.
- Protective Coatings: Offers protective coatings and related services for steel structures and infrastructure assets.
Leadership and Structure
Robert Bauer serves as President and CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure with centralized support services.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Rail Products: Rail, trackwork, and accessories for freight and passenger railroads. This represents a significant revenue stream for LB Foster. Competitors include Progress Rail Services (a Caterpillar company) and Amsted Rail. Market share is difficult to pinpoint precisely but LBF is a major player.
- Construction Materials: Precast concrete products and steel piling for infrastructure projects. Competitors include Tindall Corporation and other regional precast concrete manufacturers. Market share is regional and fragmented.
- Protective Coatings and Services: Protective coatings for bridges and other infrastructure assets. Competitors include Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine Coatings. Revenue contribution is steady but smaller than rail or construction.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The infrastructure market is influenced by government spending, economic growth, and commodity prices. The rail sector is driven by freight volumes and infrastructure investment. Construction materials are tied to residential and commercial construction activity.
Positioning
LB Foster is a mid-sized player in the infrastructure and construction materials market. Their competitive advantage lies in their diversified product portfolio and established relationships with key customers.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for LB Foster across its segments exceeds $100 billion annually. LB Foster holds a relatively small percentage and aims to improve its revenue.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified product portfolio
- Established customer relationships
- Strong brand reputation in rail
- North American presence
Weaknesses
- Small to mid-size company
- Susceptible to fluctuations in commodity prices
- Dependence on government spending
- Limited international presence
Opportunities
- Increased government infrastructure spending
- Growing demand for sustainable construction materials
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Acquisitions of complementary businesses
Threats
- Economic downturn
- Increased competition
- Fluctuations in commodity prices
- Changes in government regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Caterpillar (CAT)
- Trinity Industries (TRN)
- Valmont Industries (VMI)
Competitive Landscape
LB Foster faces competition from larger, more diversified companies. They differentiate themselves through their product expertise and customer service.
Major Acquisitions
Timber Fusion
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 80
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded construction solutions product offerings and entered sustainable building sector.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: LB Foster's growth has been moderate, driven by organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts expect moderate revenue growth driven by infrastructure spending and increased construction activity.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in new product development and expansion into new geographic markets.
Summary
LB Foster is a mid-sized infrastructure company with diversified revenue streams. It is a solid player, benefiting from government spending. However, economic downturns can reduce earnings. Recent acquisitions have been strategic.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (SEC)
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
- LB Foster Investor Relations
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Market share estimates are approximate.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About LB Foster Company
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Pittsburgh, PA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26 | President, CEO & Director Mr. John F. Kasel | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Railroads | Full time employees 1057 | Website https://www.lbfoster.com |
Full time employees 1057 | Website https://www.lbfoster.com | ||
L.B. Foster Company provides engineered and manufactured products and services for building and supporting infrastructure in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and internationally. It operates in two segments, Rail, Technologies, and Services; and Infrastructure Solutions. The Rail, Technologies, and Services segment offers new rail to passenger and short line freight railroads, industrial companies, and rail contractors, as well as used rails; rail accessories, such as track spikes, bolts, angle bars, tie plates, and other products; insulated rail joints and related accessories; fixation fasteners, coverboards, and special accessories; and trackwork products. This segment also provides engineered concrete railroad ties, friction management products and application systems, railroad condition monitoring systems and equipment, including wheel impact load detection systems, wayside data collection and management systems, and rockfall, flood, earthworks, and bridge strike monitoring; and aftermarket services. The Infrastructure Solutions segment manufactures precast concrete products for use as restrooms, concession stands, and protective storage buildings under the CXT brand for national, state, and municipal parks; and manufactures sounds walls, bridge beams, box culverts, septic tanks, and other custom pre-stressed and precast concrete products. This segment also provides steel bridge products; corrosion protection solutions; cuts, threads, and paints pipes; threading services for oil and gas production; and protective pipeline coating services. L.B. Foster Company was founded in 1902 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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