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Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA (ES:CAF)
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Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF) Price & Analysis

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CAF Stock Chart & Stats

€71.90
€0.90(1.49%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€71.90
€0.90(1.49%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Recurring Lifecycle ServicesCAF combines large, multi-year rolling-stock contracts with recurring maintenance, refurbishment, spare-parts and technical-service revenue. This lifecycle model can support customer retention, diversify revenue beyond new-build deliveries, and create a steadier earnings base over multiple years.
Improved Balance-sheet ResilienceThe sustained reduction in debt-to-equity and growth in equity strengthen CAF’s financial resilience compared with earlier years. Lower leverage should provide greater capacity to absorb project timing changes and fund operations, although debt remains material relative to equity.
Improving ProfitabilityCAF has materially improved profitability over the period, with net margins rising from roughly 0.3% to 3.3% and net income increasing in 2025. Better earnings performance indicates improved capital and operating efficiency, even though margins remain relatively modest.
Bears Say
2025 Revenue ContractionThe 12.7% revenue decline in 2025 interrupts CAF’s prior multi-year expansion and highlights sensitivity to the timing of contract awards, deliveries and project execution. A weaker top line can reduce operating leverage and make sustained profit growth harder over coming quarters.
Weak Cash ConversionCAF’s sharp free-cash-flow decline and coverage of only about 30% of net income show that accounting profits are not consistently converting into cash. Persistent conversion volatility can constrain internally funded investment, increase reliance on financing, and reduce flexibility during project swings.
Thin Margins And Meaningful LeverageDespite improved profitability, CAF still operates with modest net margins and EBITDA margin pressure since 2021, while debt remains close to equity. This combination leaves less protection against cost overruns or weaker demand and can limit financial flexibility when project timing shifts.

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What was Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA’s price range in the past 12 months?
Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA lowest stock price was €49.90 and its highest was €82.30 in the past 12 months.
    What is Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA’s market cap?
    Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA’s market cap is €2.60B.
      When is Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 12, 2026 which is in 11 days.
        How were Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA’s earnings last quarter?
        Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA released its earnings results on Jul 30, 2026. The company reported €2.891 earnings per share for the quarter.
          Is Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA pay dividends?
            Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA pays a Annually dividend of €1.521 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.01%. See more information on Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA dividends here
              What is Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA’s EPS estimate?
              Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA have?
              Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA has 34,280,750 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA reported an EPS of €2.891 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.794%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in ES:CAF
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                    Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles Stock Smart Score

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                    Technicals

                    SMA
                    Positive
                    20 days / 200 days
                    Momentum
                    40.54%
                    12-Months-Change

                    Fundamentals

                    Return on Equity
                    24.38%
                    Trailing 12-Months
                    Asset Growth
                    6.36%
                    Trailing 12-Months
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                    Company Description

                    Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA

                    Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles, S.A. (CAF) is an international company specializing in the design, manufacture, and global distribution of railway rolling stock and various rail components. Its diverse range of vehicles encompasses high-speed, regional, and commuter trains, as well as metros, light rail vehicles (LRVs), tram-trains, trams, light metros, and locomotives. Additionally, CAF produces electric and hydrogen buses. Beyond complete vehicles, the company provides essential equipment and components, including wheel sets, wheels, axles, gear units, and sophisticated traction, converter, energy storage, and control and communication systems. CAF complements these offerings with an extensive suite of services, such as the design, manufacture, supply, and maintenance of railway signaling systems. Its service portfolio further extends to include after-sales support like technological advice and inspection guidelines, financing solutions, and comprehensive maintenance, refurbishment, and upgrading services. The company also manages data compilation, storage, processing, and analysis, handles spare parts and workshop equipment, and offers technical support and consultancy. CAF is also proficient in delivering complete turnkey solutions, covering aspects from initial viability studies and civil engineering to electrification, signaling implementation, ongoing maintenance, and system operation. Founded in 1917, Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles, S.A. is headquartered in Beasain, Spain. The company adopted its present name in 1971, having previously been known as Compañía Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles S.A.

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