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Greenbrier Companies Inc (GBX)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: GBX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
2 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $53.5
1 Year Target Price $53.5
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 36.27% | Avg. Invested days 46 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.46B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 6.63 | 1Y Target Price 53.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 6.63 | 1Y Target Price 53.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 1.67 | 52 Weeks Range 37.24 - 69.75 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 37.24 - 69.75 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.59% | Basic EPS (TTM) 7.09 |
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 6.48% | Operating Margin (TTM) 10.16% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.82% | Return on Equity (TTM) 14.64% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 6.63 | Forward PE 11.06 | Enterprise Value 3006850257 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.41 |
Enterprise Value 3006850257 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.41 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.85 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.66 | Shares Outstanding 30883700 | Shares Floating 29940485 |
Shares Outstanding 30883700 | Shares Floating 29940485 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.38 | Percent Institutions 103.28 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Greenbrier Companies Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Greenbrier Companies, Inc. was founded in 1974 and has grown into a leading international supplier of transportation equipment and services. Initially focused on leasing railcars, the company expanded into manufacturing, engineering, and repair services. Key milestones include strategic acquisitions and global expansion, particularly in Europe and South America.
Core Business Areas
- Manufacturing: Designs and manufactures freight railcars and rail castings. Includes a variety of car types such as tank cars, boxcars, and gondolas.
- Services: Provides railcar repair, refurbishment, and maintenance services. Also offers wheel services, lease fleet management and engineering services.
- Wheels & Parts: Provides reconditioned wheels and railcar parts.
- GBX Leasing: Operates a lease fleet of railcars, providing leasing and management services to customers.
Leadership and Structure
Lorie Tekorius serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The company has a hierarchical structure with functional departments reporting to executive leadership.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Competitors: Trinity Industries (TRN), National Steel Car
- Tank Cars: Manufactures tank cars for transporting liquids and gases. Greenbrier is a major player in the tank car market, facing competition from Trinity Industries. Market share data varies but is estimated to be approximately 25-30% for railcar manufacturing overall. Revenue not publicly disaggregated by car type.
- Competitors: Trinity Industries (TRN), National Steel Car
- Covered Hopper Cars: Designs and manufactures covered hopper cars for grain and other bulk commodities. Faces competition from Trinity Industries and other railcar manufacturers. Market share data varies but is estimated to be approximately 25-30% for railcar manufacturing overall. Revenue not publicly disaggregated by car type.
- Competitors: Trinity Industries (TRN), Railserve, Inc.
- Railcar Repair Services: Offers comprehensive railcar repair, maintenance and refurbishment, helping customers to keep their fleet rolling, serving the industry at large. Competitors include other repair shops and railcar manufacturers with service divisions. Revenue not publicly disaggregated by service type.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The railcar industry is cyclical, influenced by freight volumes, commodity prices, and regulatory changes. Demand is derived from the need to transport goods across long distances. The industry is moderately concentrated.
Positioning
Greenbrier is one of the largest railcar manufacturers and service providers in North America, with a growing presence in international markets. Its competitive advantages include a diverse product portfolio, integrated service offerings, and established customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global railcar market is estimated at over $30 billion. Greenbrier is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM through its manufacturing and service capabilities.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified product portfolio
- Integrated manufacturing and service capabilities
- Strong customer relationships
- Global presence
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Cyclical nature of the industry
- Dependence on commodity prices
- Exposure to regulatory changes
- Potential for supply chain disruptions
- Unionized workforce
Opportunities
- Increased rail freight volumes
- Infrastructure investments
- Expansion into new markets
- Development of innovative railcar technologies
- Growing demand for railcar services
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Competition from other transportation modes (trucking)
- Rising raw material costs
- Changes in government regulations
- Geopolitical risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TRN
- WNS
Competitive Landscape
Greenbrier competes on product quality, service offerings, and price. Its advantages include its diverse product portfolio and integrated services. Trinity Industries and Wascosa AG (WNS) are key competitors.
Major Acquisitions
AstraRail Management GmbH
- Year: 2017
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 37
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Greenbrier's presence in the European railcar market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Greenbrier's growth has been driven by organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. Growth rates fluctuate based on industry cycles.
Future Projections: Analyst projections vary but generally anticipate continued growth in line with industry trends and infrastructure investments.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in new manufacturing facilities, expansion of service offerings, and development of innovative railcar technologies.
Summary
Greenbrier is a key player in the railcar industry with integrated manufacturing and service capabilities. The cyclical nature of the industry and commodity price dependence pose challenges. Strategic acquisitions and expanding service offerings enhance growth, but must contend with competition from TRN and evolving rail transportation dynamics, requiring adaptable strategies.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Greenbrier Companies Inc. Investor Relations
- Financial News Articles
- Industry Reports
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share data is based on estimates and may vary. This is based on publicly available information.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Greenbrier Companies Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Lake Oswego, OR, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1994-07-14 | President, CEO & Director Ms. Lorie L. Tekorius | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Railroads | Full time employees 14200 | Website https://www.gbrx.com |
Full time employees 14200 | Website https://www.gbrx.com | ||
The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets railroad freight car equipment in North America, Europe, and South America. It operates through three segments: Manufacturing; Maintenance Services; and Leasing & Management Services. The Manufacturing segment offers covered hopper cars, gondolas, open top hoppers, boxcars, center partition cars, tank cars, sustainable conversions, intermodal railcars, and railcar equipment. The Maintenance Services segment provides wheel services, including reconditioning of wheels and axles, new axle machining and finishing, and downsizing; operates a railcar maintenance network; and reconditions and manufactures railcar cushioning units, couplers, yokes, side frames, bolsters, and various other parts. The Leasing & Management Services segment offers operating leases and per diem leases for a fleet of approximately 15,500 railcars; and management services comprising railcar maintenance management, railcar accounting services, fleet management and logistics, administration, and railcar re-marketing. This segment provides management services for railroads, shippers, carriers, institutional investors, and other leasing and transportation companies. It serves railroads, leasing companies, financial institutions, shippers, carriers, and transportation companies. The company was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in Lake Oswego, Oregon.
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