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L. B. Foster Company (FSTR)
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L. B. Foster Company (FSTR) Price & Analysis

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FSTR Stock Chart & Stats

$42.40
-$0.09(-0.21%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$42.40
-$0.09(-0.21%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Cash GenerationStrong trailing‑12‑month operating cash flow and material free cash flow growth provide durable internal funding for capex, working capital and buybacks. This improves liquidity flexibility and lowers refinance risk, supporting execution through infrastructure cycles over the next 2–6 months.
Deleveraging & Capital AllocationMeaningful reduction in net debt and modest leverage improves financial resilience and interest coverage. A multi‑year buyback authorization plus controlled capex signals disciplined capital allocation, enabling sustained investment in growth initiatives while reducing balance sheet risk.
Rail Segment MomentumStrong, broad‑based rail revenue growth, including Friction Management adoption, reflects structural demand and commercial traction. A stronger rail mix supports higher‑value engineered sales and provides a more stable revenue base and margin expansion potential over several quarters.
Bears Say
Thin, Volatile Net MarginsLow single‑digit net margins leave the business sensitive to input cost swings and project mix shifts. Historical volatility (large loss in 2022, spike in 2024) reduces confidence in sustainable profitability and weakens the margin buffer against future cost or demand shocks.
Backlog & Order WeaknessDeclining backlog and a book‑to‑bill below 1.0 point to softer near‑term revenue visibility in project‑driven end markets. This constrains utilization and makes quarter‑to‑quarter revenue and margin improvement harder to sustain across Infrastructure and certain rail subsegments.
Freight, Fuel And Project Cost ExposureHigh freight intensity for heavy Precast and long supply chains creates a persistent margin headwind when fuel or logistics costs rise. Passing costs through to customers is uncertain in competitive project markets, threatening near‑term margin sustainability and project economics.

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FSTR FAQ

What was L. B. Foster Company’s price range in the past 12 months?
L. B. Foster Company lowest stock price was $21.67 and its highest was $45.81 in the past 12 months.
    What is L. B. Foster Company’s market cap?
    L. B. Foster Company’s market cap is $430.17M.
      When is L. B. Foster Company’s upcoming earnings report date?
      L. B. Foster Company’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 10, 2026 which is in 3 days.
        How were L. B. Foster Company’s earnings last quarter?
        L. B. Foster Company released its earnings results on May 04, 2026. The company reported $0.14 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -$0.215 by $0.355.
          Is L. B. Foster Company overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts L. B. Foster Company’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does L. B. Foster Company pay dividends?
            L. B. Foster Company pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.04 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on L. B. Foster Company dividends here
              What is L. B. Foster Company’s EPS estimate?
              L. B. Foster Company’s EPS estimate is 0.41.
                How many shares outstanding does L. B. Foster Company have?
                L. B. Foster Company has 10,458,680 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to L. B. Foster Company’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  L. B. Foster Company reported an EPS of $0.14 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -$0.215. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 19.218%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of L. B. Foster Company?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in FSTR
                    What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                    Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                      Company Description

                      L. B. Foster Company

                      L.B. Foster Company is a global provider of specialized, engineered, and manufactured solutions tailored for building and infrastructure development. Its "Rail, Technologies, and Services" division supplies new and used rail to diverse clients, including passenger and short-line freight railroads, industrial enterprises, and rail construction contractors. This segment also delivers a comprehensive array of rail accessories, such as track spikes, anchors, bolts, angle bars, and tie plates. Furthermore, it offers specialized items like power rail, direct fixation fasteners, coverboards, and trackwork components, alongside the design and production of insulated rail joints and related parts. The division's portfolio extends to advanced solutions for friction management, railway condition monitoring, wheel impact detection, wayside data collection, and engineered concrete ties, complemented by ongoing aftermarket support. The "Precast Concrete Products" segment manufactures a variety of custom precast concrete items. These include sound barriers, burial vaults, bridge beams, box culverts, septic tanks, and other pre-stressed products designed for the transportation and broader infrastructure sectors. This segment also constructs prefabricated concrete buildings, used as public restrooms, concession kiosks, and protective storage units, primarily for national, state, and municipal parks. Meanwhile, the "Steel Products and Measurement" segment focuses on highway construction and repair, offering bridge decking, railings, fabricated structural steel, expansion joints, and bridge forms. Additionally, this division produces threaded pipe products essential for industrial water wells, irrigation systems, and the oil and gas industry. It also provides protective pipe coatings for energy pipelines and utility applications, as well as precise measurement systems specifically for the petroleum market. The company reaches its customers through both direct sales and an extensive network of agents. Established in 1902, L.B. Foster Company maintains its corporate headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

                      L. B. Foster Company (FSTR) Earnings & Revenues

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                      FSTR Earnings Call

                      Q1 2026
                      0:00 / 0:00
                      Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                      The call highlighted strong top-line growth, substantial margin and EBITDA expansion, meaningful deleveraging and improved cash generation driven largely by a recovery in Rail and continued Precast momentum. Offsetting factors include declines in orders and backlog (notably in Infrastructure), some segment-specific softness in Steel Products and emerging freight/fuel cost pressures. Management reaffirmed guidance, highlighted commercial progress (especially Friction Management) and signaled continued focus on disciplined capital allocation.View all FSTR earnings summaries
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