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Trinity Industries Inc (TRN)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/15/2025: TRN (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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 $28.5
1 Year Target Price $28.5
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 2 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -2.29% | Avg. Invested days 40 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.27B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 21.8 | 1Y Target Price 28.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 21.8 | 1Y Target Price 28.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 1.52 | 52 Weeks Range 22.14 - 38.52 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 22.14 - 38.52 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.21% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.28 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
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Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 3.83% | Operating Margin (TTM) 16.59% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.66% | Return on Equity (TTM) 10.34% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 21.8 | Forward PE 20.08 | Enterprise Value 7953953459 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.9 |
Enterprise Value 7953953459 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.9 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.16 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.89 | Shares Outstanding 80837359 | Shares Floating 79615907 |
Shares Outstanding 80837359 | Shares Floating 79615907 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.23 | Percent Institutions 88.35 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Trinity Industries Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Trinity Industries Inc. was founded in 1933 as Trinity Steel Company. Initially focused on the fabrication of small tanks, it has evolved into a diversified industrial manufacturer of rail transportation products and services, inland barges, storage containers, highway products, and aggregates.
Core Business Areas
- Rail Products Group: Manufactures and leases railroad freight cars, and provides railcar maintenance and management services.
- Highway Products Group: Produces highway guardrail, crash cushions, and other highway safety products.
- Inland Barge Group: Manufactures inland barges for transporting various commodities.
- Storage Container Group: Fabricates a variety of storage containers for different applications.
- Trinity Highway Products: Designs, manufactures, and sells a diverse line of proprietary transportation products.
Leadership and Structure
Trinity Industries is led by a board of directors and a senior management team. The company's organizational structure is divided into business groups, each responsible for specific product lines and services.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Railcars: Railcars for transporting diverse commodities. Trinity is one of the largest railcar manufacturers in North America. Competitors include Greenbrier Companies (GBX) and Wabtec (WAB). Market share fluctuates based on demand and specific car types. Industry analysis suggests Trinity has between 20-30% market share in North America for specific railcar types.
- Inland Barges: Inland barges for transporting bulk commodities on rivers. Competitors include Bollinger Shipyards and Vigor Industrial. Market share data is less readily available, but Trinity is a significant player in the inland barge market.
- Highway Guardrail: Highway guardrail systems and components. Competitors include Valmont Industries (VMI). Trinity Highway Products is a leading manufacturer in this sector.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industries Trinity operates in are influenced by factors such as freight demand, infrastructure spending, commodity prices, and regulations. The railcar market is cyclical, while demand for highway products is driven by infrastructure projects. Barge demand is tied to agricultural and energy markets.
Positioning
Trinity Industries holds a strong position in its key markets due to its manufacturing capabilities, engineering expertise, and established customer relationships. Its competitive advantages include scale, product diversification, and a large installed base of leased railcars.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
TAM for railcar manufacturing and leasing is estimated to be $8-10 billion annually in North America. TAM for highway safety products is estimated at $2-3 Billion. Trinity is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through its established market presence and manufacturing capabilities. Inland Barge market is estimated at $1-2 billion.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified product portfolio
- Established market position
- Significant manufacturing capacity
- Large leased railcar fleet
- Strong customer relationships
Weaknesses
- Cyclical exposure to railcar market
- Dependence on infrastructure spending
- Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
- Litigation risks related to highway products
Opportunities
- Increased infrastructure spending
- Growth in intermodal transportation
- Expansion into new markets
- Adoption of new technologies
- Replacement of aging railcar fleet
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Changes in regulations
- Supply chain disruptions
- Fluctuations in steel prices
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GBX
- WAB
- VMI
- GE (Now Wabtec Transportation)
Competitive Landscape
Trinity competes on product quality, price, and service. Its large installed base of leased railcars provides a competitive advantage. However, it faces competition from larger, more diversified companies like Wabtec, and smaller, specialized manufacturers.
Major Acquisitions
Quasar Platform
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 85
- Strategic Rationale: Strengthen TrinityRail platform's integrated digital rail service offerings with cloud-based TMS for rail shippers.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth requires specific financial data that is subject to change. Refer to the latest financial reports for updated information.
Future Projections: Future projections require specific financial data that is subject to change. Refer to analyst reports and financial news for updated information.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives require updated information and is subject to change. Refer to the latest news and company announcements for updated information.
Summary
Trinity Industries operates in cyclical industries, especially rail. Its diversified portfolio of products and services provides some resilience. Growth prospects hinge on infrastructure spending and freight demand. Careful monitoring of competition and economic conditions is necessary.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Website
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Reports
- Financial News Outlets
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data is subject to change. Conduct thorough research before making investment decisions.
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 Trinity Industries Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Dallas, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1987-12-30 | President, CEO & Director Ms. E. Jean Savage | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Railroads | Full time employees 7380 | Website https://www.trin.net |
Full time employees 7380 | Website https://www.trin.net | ||
Trinity Industries, Inc. provides railcar products and services under the TrinityRail trade name in North America. It operates in two segments, Railcar Leasing and Services Group, and Rail Products Group. The Railcar Leasing and Services Group segment leases freight and tank railcars; originates and manages railcar leases for third-party investors; and provides fleet leasing, management, and administrative services, as well as railcar maintenance and modification services, and other railcar logistics products and services. As of December 31, 2023, it had a fleet of 109,635 railcars. This segment serves industrial shipper and railroad companies operating in agriculture, construction and metals, consumer products, energy, and refined products and chemicals markets. The Rail Products Group segment manufactures freight and tank railcars for transporting various liquids, gases, and dry cargo; and manufactures and sells railcars and related parts and components. This segment serves railroads, leasing companies, and industrial shippers of products in the refined products and chemicals, energy, agriculture, construction and metals, and consumer products markets. It sells or leases products and services through its own sales personnel and independent sales representatives. The company was incorporated in 1933 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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