FreightCar America Stock Soars 11.9% on Strong Q2 Earnings

On August 5, 2025, FreightCar America's stock price surged by 11.9% in pre-market trading, reflecting a strong performance in the second quarter.

FreightCar America exceeded Wall Street's second-quarter targets, reporting higher profits, increased railcar orders, and improved margins. The company's robust financial performance has been a key driver of its stock price surge.

The company reported a 15% gross margin and $118.6 million in revenue for the second quarter of 2025, reaffirming its annual guidance. This financial performance has been well-received by investors, contributing to the positive market sentiment surrounding the stock.

FreightCar America's earnings and revenue surprises of +83.33% and +8.74% respectively, have further bolstered investor confidence in the company's growth prospects. The company expects full-year revenue to be in the range of $530 million to $595 million, indicating a positive outlook for the remainder of the year.