β€’
Nov 30, 2023

Greenbrier Q1 2024 Earnings Report

Greenbrier reported strong first quarter results, driven by solid performance across all operating segments and a robust backlog.

Key Takeaways

Greenbrier's first quarter saw net earnings of $31 million, or $0.96 per diluted share, on revenue of $809 million. The company grew its lease fleet, received new railcar orders, and maintained a strong backlog. Management expressed confidence in achieving strategic targets and enhancing financial performance.

Lease fleet grew by 700 units to 14,100 units with 98% fleet utilization.

Received new railcar orders for 5,100 units valued at nearly $710 million.

New railcar backlog of 29,700 units with an estimated value of $3.8 billion was achieved.

Adjusted EBITDA was $93 million, representing 11.5% of revenue.

Total Revenue
$809M
Previous year: $767M
+5.5%
EPS
$0.96
Previous year: $0.05
+1820.0%
Gross Profit
$121M
Previous year: $69.5M
+74.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$307M
Previous year: $263M
+16.7%
Free Cash Flow
-$112M
Total Assets
$4.01B
Previous year: $3.82B
+5.2%

Greenbrier

Greenbrier

Greenbrier Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

Greenbrier expects to deliver 22,500 – 25,000 units, achieve revenue of $3.4 – $3.7 billion, and have capital expenditures of approximately $165 million in Manufacturing and $15 million in Maintenance Services for fiscal year 2024.

Positive Outlook

  • Deliveries of 22,500 – 25,000 units including approximately 1,000 units in Brazil
  • Revenue of $3.4 – $3.7 billion
  • Capital expenditures of approximately $165 million in Manufacturing
  • Capital expenditures of $15 million in Maintenance Services
  • Gross leasing investment of approximately $350 million in Leasing & Management Services

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income