Wabtec reports Q1 adjusted EPS $1.89, consensus $1.49

Reports Q1 revenue $2.5B, consensus $2.4B. “The Wabtec team delivered a strong start to 2024, continuing the momentum experienced in 2023. This was evidenced by higher sales, margin expansion, and increased earnings in the quarter,” said Rafael Santana, Wabtec’s President and CEO. “Looking ahead, we continue to see underlying customer demand for our products and solutions. Our orders pipeline and 12-month backlog continue to be strong, which provide visibility for profitable growth ahead. Our team is focused on product innovation, disciplined cost management, and relentless execution for our customers. These factors, coupled with our strong Q1 results, give us confidence to raise our full-year 2024 guidance. Overall, we expect to continue building significant long-term momentum with growth in new locomotive sales, modernizations, digital solutions, and in transit systems. Wabtec is well-positioned to drive profitable growth in 2024 and beyond while maximizing shareholder value.”