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Greenbrier Companies Inc (GBX)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/12/2025: 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 09/12/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.42B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 6.51 | 1Y Target Price 53.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 6.51 | 1Y Target Price 53.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 1.7 | 52 Weeks Range 37.24 - 69.75 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 37.24 - 69.75 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 | ||
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 6.51 | Forward PE 11.06 | Enterprise Value 2979672626 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.4 |
Enterprise Value 2979672626 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.4 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.84 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.6 | Shares Outstanding 30883700 | Shares Floating 30258586 |
Shares Outstanding 30883700 | Shares Floating 30258586 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.38 | Percent Institutions 103.27 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Greenbrier Companies Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Greenbrier Companies Inc. was founded in 1974. Initially focused on leasing railcars, it expanded into manufacturing and providing railcar services. Significant milestones include strategic acquisitions and international expansion.
Core Business Areas
- Manufacturing: Manufactures a wide range of railcars, including tank cars, freight cars, and intermodal railcars. Produces railcar components.
- Services: Provides railcar repair, refurbishment, and maintenance services. Also offers wheel services and other related services.
- Leasing & Management Services: Manages a fleet of leased railcars, providing leasing and asset management services to customers.
Leadership and Structure
William A. Furman is the Executive Chairman. Lorie Tekorius is the CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, divided by business segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Tank Cars: Manufactures and leases tank cars for transporting liquids and gases. The market share for tank cars is estimated around 20%. Competitors include TrinityRail and National Steel Car.
- Freight Cars: Manufactures and leases freight cars for transporting various commodities. The market share for freight cars is estimated around 25%. Competitors include TrinityRail and National Steel Car.
- Railcar Repair Services: Provides repair and maintenance services for railcars. Market share in repair services is about 15%. Competitors include TrinityRail and Watco Companies.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The railcar industry is cyclical and depends on macroeconomic factors, freight demand, and regulatory changes. The industry is experiencing growth due to increased freight traffic and aging railcar fleets.
Positioning
Greenbrier is a leading manufacturer of railcars and a significant provider of railcar services. It benefits from its integrated business model and strong relationships with customers.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global railcar market is estimated at $30 billion. Greenbrier is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this market with its comprehensive product and service offerings.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified product and service offerings
- Strong customer relationships
- Integrated business model
- Experienced management team
- Global presence
Weaknesses
- Cyclical nature of the industry
- Dependence on macroeconomic factors
- Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
- High capital intensity
- Debt load
Opportunities
- Increasing freight traffic
- Aging railcar fleets
- Infrastructure investments
- Expansion into new markets
- Development of new products and services
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Regulatory changes
- Competition from other railcar manufacturers
- Technological advancements
- Supply chain disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TRN
- WTS
Competitive Landscape
Greenbrier competes with other railcar manufacturers and service providers. Its competitive advantages include its diversified product and service offerings, strong customer relationships, and integrated business model.
Major Acquisitions
American Railcar Industries (ARI)
- Year: 2019
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 430
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded manufacturing capacity and broadened product portfolio.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Greenbrier has experienced moderate growth over the past decade, driven by increased freight traffic and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for Greenbrier, driven by infrastructure investments and increasing demand for rail transportation. Projected annual revenue growth: 4-6%.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in new manufacturing facilities, expansion into new markets, and the development of new railcar technologies.
Summary
Greenbrier is a major player in the railcar industry with a diversified portfolio and integrated business model. It benefits from increasing freight traffic and infrastructure investments. Challenges include industry cyclicality and competition, but its strong market position and strategic initiatives position it for continued growth. The company should monitor debt levels.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
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- Industry Reports
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Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions can change rapidly, and investors should conduct their own due diligence.
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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