The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (NYSE:GBX) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of transportation equipment and services, primarily focusing on railcars. The company operates in a competitive industry, with key players like Trinity Industries and American Railcar Industries. Greenbrier's diverse product offerings and strategic market positioning have helped it maintain a strong presence in the railcar manufacturing sector.
On April 4, 2025, Stephens updated their rating for GBX to "Overweight," while maintaining their "hold" action. At that time, the stock price was $44.44. This update comes as Greenbrier prepares to release its second-quarter earnings results on April 7. Analysts expect earnings of $1.78 per share, a notable increase from $1.03 per share in the same period last year.
Greenbrier is also expected to report quarterly revenue of $898.53 million, up from $862.7 million a year ago. This growth reflects the company's ability to adapt and thrive in a competitive market. Additionally, Greenbrier announced a 7% increase in its quarterly dividend, signaling confidence in its financial health and commitment to returning value to shareholders.
Despite these positive forecasts, Greenbrier's shares fell by 9.4%, closing at $47.10 on Thursday. The current price of GBX is $44.15, reflecting a decrease of 6.26% or $2.95. Today, the stock has fluctuated between a low of $43.24 and a high of $45.22. Over the past year, GBX has reached a high of $71.06 and a low of $41.40.
Greenbrier's market capitalization stands at approximately $1.38 billion, with a trading volume of 216,397 shares on the NYSE. As the company gears up for its earnings release, investors will be closely watching for any updates or changes in forecasts that could impact the stock's performance.
