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EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, FreightCar America's enterprise value is MXN6,144 Mil.
FreightCar America's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN68 Mil. Therefore, FreightCar America's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 89.96.
The historical rank and industry rank for FreightCar America's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
MEX:RAIL'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -184.4 Med: -1.8 Max: 85.13
Current: 66.16
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of FreightCar America was 85.13. The lowest was -184.40. And the median was -1.80.
MEX:RAIL's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 96% of 900
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 8.65
vs MEX:RAIL: 66.16
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
FreightCar America (MEX:RAIL) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
FreightCar America's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
FreightCar America's share price for today is MXN190.44.
FreightCar America's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN13.256.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
The historical data trend for FreightCar America's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
MEX:RAIL vs FSTR, SWVL, RVSN: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Railroads subindustry, FreightCar America's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
FreightCar America EV-to-EBITDA vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, FreightCar America's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where FreightCar America's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
FreightCar America's current Enterprise Value is MXN6,144 Mil.
FreightCar America's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN68 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
FreightCar America (MEX:RAIL) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 89.96 as of Aug. 02, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on FreightCar America. According to the industry distribution chart, FreightCar America ranks #864 out of 900 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 96%.
Is FreightCar America's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
FreightCar America's current EV-to-EBITDA is 89.96. The Transportation industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.65. FreightCar America's value of 89.96 is 940% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, FreightCar America ranks #864 out of 900 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, FreightCar America has a GF Score™ of 73/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does FreightCar America's EV-to-EBITDA compare to FSTR and SWVL?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, FreightCar America ranks #864 out of 900 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places FreightCar America in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.65. FreightCar America's value of 89.96 is 940% above this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for a Transportation company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Transportation companies is 8.65, based on 900 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. FreightCar America's current EV-to-EBITDA of 89.96 is 940% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on FreightCar America. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.65 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. FreightCar America's current EV-to-EBITDA is 89.96. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is FreightCar America stock overvalued right now?
FreightCar America (MEX:RAIL) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 89.96. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN150.73, compared to a current price of MXN190.44 — trading 26.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 89.96 and 940% above the Transportation industry median of 8.65. FreightCar America's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For FreightCar America (MEX:RAIL), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 89.96 as of Aug. 02, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is FreightCar America (MEX:RAIL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FreightCar America stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of MXN190.44 is trading 26.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN150.73.
Key valuation signals for MEX:RAIL:
EV-to-EBITDA: 89.96
GF Value™: MXN150.73 vs. price of MXN190.44 (26.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 940% above the Transportation median (#864 of 900)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:RAIL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
FreightCar America Inc is a diversified manufacturer and supplier of railcars and railcar components. It designs and manufactures a variety of railcar types for transportation of bulk commodities and containerized freight products in North America. The company also provides railcar rebody and repair services, railcar conversion services, and supplies railcar parts. The company has two segments: Manufacturing and Aftermarket. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the Manufacturing segment, which includes new railcar manufacturing, used railcar sales, and various conversions and rebodies. Geographically, it generates the maximum revenue from the United States.
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