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Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated as Net Income divided by its average total tangible assets. Total tangible assets equals to Total Assets minus Intangible Assets. FreightCar America's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €144.1 Mil. FreightCar America's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €244.3 Mil. Therefore, FreightCar America's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 58.99%.
The historical rank and industry rank for FreightCar America's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:FAR'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -39.46 Med: -17.18 Max: 14.97
Current: 9.85
During the past 13 years, FreightCar America's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 14.97%. The lowest was -39.46%. And the median was -17.18%.
FRA:FAR's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 85.15% of 1010
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 3.775
vs FRA:FAR: 9.85
FreightCar America (FRA:FAR) Return-on-Tangible-Asset Explanation
Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures the rate of return on the average total tangible assets (total assets minus intangible assets). Tangible means physical in nature. Intangible Assets are assets that are not physical in nature, and typically "derive their value from legal or intellectual rights." Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures a firm's efficiency at generating profits from its tangible assets. It shows how well a company uses what it has to generate earnings. Return-on-Tangible-Assets can vary drastically across industries. Therefore, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be used to compare companies in different industries.
Be Aware
Like ROE and ROA, Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated with only 12 months data. Fluctuations in the companys earnings or business cycles can affect the ratio drastically. It is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Return-on-Tangible-Asset can be affected by events such as stock buyback or issuance, and by a companys tax rate and its interest payment. Return-on-Tangible-Asset may not reflect the true earning power of the assets. A more accurate measurement is ROC % (ROC).
Many analysts argue the higher return the better. Buffett states that really high Return-on-Tangible-Asset may indicate vulnerability in the durability of the competitive advantage.
FreightCar America Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
FreightCar America Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for FreightCar America's Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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.
FRA:FAR vs SWVL, RVSN, PNYG: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Railroads subindustry, FreightCar America's Return-on-Tangible-Asset, along with its competitors' market caps and Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, FreightCar America's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where FreightCar America's Return-on-Tangible-Asset falls into.
* 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.
In the calculation of annual Return-on-Tangible-Asset, the net income of the last fiscal year and the average total tangible assets over the fiscal year are used. In calculating the quarterly data,
the Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 58.99% mean?
FreightCar America (FRA:FAR) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 58.99% as of Mar. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on FreightCar America and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, FreightCar America ranks #150 out of 1010 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 14.9%.
Is FreightCar America's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
FreightCar America's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 58.99%. The Transportation industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.78. FreightCar America's value of 58.99% is 1462.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, FreightCar America ranks #150 out of 1010 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, FreightCar America has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does FreightCar America's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to SWVL and RVSN?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, FreightCar America ranks #150 out of 1010 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places FreightCar America in the top 15% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.78. FreightCar America's value of 58.99% is 1462.6% 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset for a Transportation company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Transportation companies is 3.78, based on 1,010 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Return-on-Tangible-Asset significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. FreightCar America's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 58.99% is 1462.6% 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset mean?
A high Return-on-Tangible-Asset can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on FreightCar America and its competitors. For the Transportation industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.78 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. FreightCar America's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 58.99%. 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?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FreightCar America (FRA:FAR) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €5.28, compared to a current price of €6.40 — trading 21.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 58.99% and 1462.6% above the Transportation industry median of 3.78. FreightCar America's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Return-on-Tangible-Asset calculated?
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated from a company's financial statements. For FreightCar America (FRA:FAR), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 58.99% as of Mar. 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 (FRA:FAR) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FreightCar America stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €6.40 is trading 21.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of €5.28.
GuruFocus considers FreightCar America to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for FRA:FAR:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 58.99%
GF Value™: €5.28 vs. price of €6.40 (21.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 1462.6% above the Transportation median (#150 of 1010)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:FAR 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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