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RAIL Stock Forecast: FreightCar America, Inc. Price Predictions for 2026-2027

Last close, 4 Nov 2026
$4.19
+0.24% on the day

The 2 Wall Street analysts covering FreightCar America, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $10 — +138.7% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 48 of 100 as at 3 Nov 2026 — in the lower half.

Market cap
$137.4M
Ticker Nerd rank
48/ 100
Median analyst target
$10
Analysts covering
2
Revenue$113.1M−4.6% y/y
Operating income−$4.3M
Net income−$30.1M
Free cash flow$11.3M
Quarterly, 8 quarters to 30 June 2026 · latest quarter's figure shown
Total return, dividends reinvested
1W
0.0%
1M
−39.3%
YTD
−62.1%
1Y
−49.6%
From 52W high
−71.7%
From 52W low
+4.2%
$4
$15
52-week range, adjusted closes · the dot is the last close
Ticker Nerd rank

RAIL stock analysis: one number for the whole business

Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores FreightCar America, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.

Where the model ranks itAs at 3 Nov 2026
48/ 100

Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested

Accruals
90
Value
79
Size
70
Quality
67
Issuance
52
Growth
32
Revisions
27
Momentum
21
Volatility
13

Accruals (90): Reported profit is backed by cash, and the company is not expanding recklessly.

Volatility (13): The share price moves around a lot.

Built and run by Aslam Ghouse, an ex-Goldman Sachs systematic trader with 15+ years in markets.

Wall Street

RAIL stock forecast 2026-2027: analyst price targets & predictions

The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on RAIL, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.

Share price and the analyst range, 12 monthsAdjusted close, US dollars
$4$6$8$10$12$14Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26Oct 26RAILHigh $12Median $10Low $10

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Data provided by Twelve Data

What Wall Street says2 analysts
2 Buy0 Hold0 Sell
Low $10Median $10High $12

The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +138.7% from it.

Recent analyst actionsNewest first
DateFirmActionRatingTarget
8 Aug 2023Stephens & Co.ReiteratesEqual-Weight$3.00
10 Apr 2023TD CowenMaintainsMarket Perform—
28 Mar 2023Stephens & Co.ReiteratesEqual-Weight—
15 Apr 2020Cowen & Co.MaintainsMarket Perform—
1 Nov 2018CL KingDowngradeNeutral—
13 Aug 2018BuckinghamMaintainsNeutral—
13 Aug 2018Buckingham ResearchMaintainsNeutral—
3 Aug 2018StifelMaintainsHold—
3 Aug 2018Stifel NicolausMaintainsHold—
7 May 2018StifelMaintainsHold—
7 May 2018Stifel NicolausMaintainsHold—
28 Feb 2018BuckinghamMaintainsNeutral—
28 Feb 2018Buckingham ResearchMaintainsNeutral—
4 Jan 2018Seaport GlobalInitiatesNeutral—
13 July 2016StifelDowngradeHold—
13 July 2016Stifel NicolausDowngradeHold—
22 June 2016Cowen & Co.InitiatesMarket Perform—
4 May 2016Longbow ResearchDowngradeNeutral—
16 July 2015UBSDowngradeSell—
16 June 2015StifelUpgradeBuy—

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

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Performance

RAIL vs the S&P 500

Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.

Over the twelve months to 4 Nov 2026, FreightCar America, Inc. returned −49.6% against +14.8% for the S&P 500, dividends included.

RAIL vs S&P 500, last 12 monthsTotal return, rebased to 100
406080100120140160180Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26Oct 26RAILS&P 500

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Data provided by Twelve Data

Estimates

RAIL analyst estimate revisions

Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.

Which way the estimates are movingThis fiscal year
EPS revision, 90 days
−103.2%
Analysts raising
0
Analysts cutting
1
Fundamentals

FreightCar America, Inc. (RAIL) financial data

A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.

Valuation
Trailing P/E
11.5×

Cheaper than 54% of US stocks

Price / sales
0.3×

Cheaper than 88% of US stocks

Price / book
3.8×

Cheaper than 25% of US stocks

EV / EBITDA
9.2×

Cheaper than 40% of US stocks

Growth & margins
Revenue growth (YoY)
−4.6%

Higher than 20% of US stocks

Earnings growth (YoY)
−4.6%

Higher than 31% of US stocks

Gross margin
5.5%

Higher than 6% of US stocks

Operating margin
−3.8%

Higher than 28% of US stocks

Net margin
−2.7%

Higher than 26% of US stocks

Returns & dividend
Return on equity
−34.3%

Higher than 26% of US stocks

Return on assets
3.5%

Higher than 68% of US stocks

Dividend yield
8.6%

Higher than 96% of US dividend payers

Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.

Key statistics

FreightCar America, Inc. (RAIL) statistics: revenue, profit & scale

The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.

  • FreightCar America, Inc. has a market value of $137.4M and an enterprise value of $219.5M.

  • Revenue in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $463.5M. The latest quarter shrank 4.6% year on year.

  • Net income over the same four quarters: −$12.5M, a −2.7% net margin.

  • Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months: $−0.54.

  • Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $17.9M.

  • Shares outstanding: 32.8M.

  • Trailing P/E: 11.5×; forward P/E: 6.0× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.

  • Forward dividend yield: 8.59%, paying out 0% of earnings.

  • FreightCar America, Inc. employs 1,986 people — $233K of revenue per employee.

Statement figures: company filings via Twelve Data, four quarters to 30 June 2026 · market figures as at 4 Nov 2026

Data provided by Twelve Data

Peers

RAIL vs competitors

The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.

Its peer group, ranked by the same modelRailroads
CompanyMarket capTKN rank
RAILFreightCar America, Inc.$137.4M48
SWVLSwvl Holdings Corp.$76.7M40
FSTRL.B. Foster Co.$378.9M99
GBXGreenbrier Cos., Inc.$1.3B27
TRNTrinity Industries, Inc.$2.4B85
NSTRNorthStar Earth & Space Enterprises, Inc.*$139.7M15
HURCHurco Cos., Inc.*$141.4M74

* Nearest Industrials names by size — few railroads companies of this scale trade in the US universe.

Look up any of the roughly 4,600 stocks we score.

The rank is the raw material. Whether the rules would actually own FreightCar America, Inc. — and when they’d sell — is the membership. See the Ticker Nerd 20 →

News

Latest RAIL news & analysis

FreightCar America, Inc. INVESTIGATION: RAIL Securities Investors Encouraged to Contact Kirby McInerney LLP About Their Rights

GlobeNewsWire · 30 Oct 2026negative

Kirby McInerney LLP said it is investigating potential claims against FreightCar America concerning whether the company or members of senior management may have violated federal securities laws or engaged in other unlawful business practices. The firm invited FreightCar securities holders to contact it about their rights.

Why it matters — The investigation raises potential legal and regulatory concerns involving FreightCar America and its senior management.

Lost Money on FreightCar America, Inc. Stock? Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP Continues Investigating Possible Securities Fraud After 31.4% Share Price Drop

GlobeNewsWire · 30 Oct 2026negative

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP is continuing an investigation into possible securities fraud involving FreightCar America, following an October 19, 2026 disclosure. The headline cites a 31.4% share-price drop and says investors who lost money may have claims to recover losses.

Why it matters — The investigation and reported share-price decline are developments RAIL watchers may monitor for potential legal and investor implications.

FreightCar America, Inc. To Release Third Quarter 2026 Results On November 9, 2026

GlobeNewsWire · 26 Oct 2026neutral

FreightCar America announced it will release its third-quarter 2026 financial results after market close on November 9, 2026. The company will host a teleconference to discuss the results on November 10 at 11:00 a.m.

Why it matters — RAIL watchers can note the scheduled date for the quarterly results and the following day's discussion call.

FreightCar America, Inc. (RAIL) Shareholders Who Lost Money – Contact Law Offices of Howard G. Smith About Securities Fraud Investigation

Business Wire · 21 Oct 2026negative

The Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announced an investigation on behalf of FreightCar America investors concerning possible violations of federal securities laws. The firm invited investors who suffered losses to contact it about potentially pursuing claims.

Why it matters — The investigation concerns potential securities-law claims involving FreightCar America and may be relevant to shareholders who experienced losses.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about RAIL stock

What is the RAIL stock price forecast for 2026-2027?

The 2 Wall Street analysts covering FreightCar America, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $10, with estimates ranging from $10 to $12. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Is RAIL stock a buy right now?

Of the 2 analysts covering FreightCar America, Inc., 2 rate it a Buy, 0 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks FreightCar America, Inc. 48 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 3 Nov 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.

How does Ticker Nerd's model rank RAIL?

As at 3 Nov 2026, FreightCar America, Inc. ranks 48 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Accruals (90 of 100).

Will RAIL stock go up?

No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 2 analysts implies +138.7% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks FreightCar America, Inc. 48 out of 100 as at 3 Nov 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.

What is the RAIL stock forecast for 2030?

No analyst covering FreightCar America, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for RAIL are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $10 to $12 over the next 12 months.

How has RAIL stock performed over the past year?

FreightCar America, Inc. returned -49.6% over the 12 months to 4 Nov 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.

What does FreightCar America, Inc. do?

FreightCar America Inc. is a railcar manufacturer and supplier focused on railroad freight cars, railcar parts, and related components.

What is the latest news on RAIL?

The most recent item we track (GlobeNewsWire, 30 Oct 2026): "FreightCar America, Inc. INVESTIGATION: RAIL Securities Investors Encouraged to Contact Kirby McInerney LLP About Their Rights". Kirby McInerney LLP said it is investigating potential claims against FreightCar America concerning whether the company or members of senior management may have violated federal securities laws or engaged in other unlawful business practices. The firm invited FreightCar securities holders to contact it about their rights.

Company

About FreightCar America, Inc.

FreightCar America Inc. is a railcar manufacturer and supplier focused on railroad freight cars, railcar parts, and related components. FreightCar America Inc. provides new railcar designs and production for a range of freight applications, including cars used to move bulk commodities and containerized cargo. Its offerings also extend to railcar rebuilds, conversions, repairs, and aftermarket parts, supporting the upkeep and reuse of existing rail assets. The company serves railroads, shippers, leasing companies, and other transportation customers across North America, with operations centered on manufacturing and parts supply. Through its product mix and service capabilities, FreightCar America Inc. plays a practical role in the rail transportation market by supporting freight equipment availability, maintenance, and fleet modernization.

CEO Mr. Nicholas J. Randall · 1,986 employees · United States · https://freightcaramerica.com