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LAKE OSWEGO, Ore. - The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (NYSE: GBX), a prominent supplier of equipment and services to the freight transportation industry with a market capitalization of $1.41 billion, today announced the appointment of Ted Baun as Senior Vice President of its North American Commercial Team. According to InvestingPro data, the company trades at an attractive P/E ratio of 6.95 and has maintained dividend payments for 12 consecutive years. Baun is set to assume the role of Chief Commercial Officer in January 2026, following the retirement of the current officer, Tim Schitter, at the end of this year.
Ted Baun’s career spans over three decades in the rail industry, most recently as Chief Commercial Officer at PNW Railcars. His experience includes overseeing tank and freight railcar fleets, as well as spearheading new railcar leases and renewals. Baun’s extensive background also includes a 23-year tenure at FreightCar America and its predecessor, Johnstown America, where he spent 11 years as their Chief Commercial Officer. His roles have covered various aspects of the rail business, including production planning, scheduling, pricing, and commercial activities. Additionally, Baun held a senior sales position at Mitsui Rail Capital, LLC.
Brian Comstock, Executive Vice President and President, The Americas at Greenbrier, expressed enthusiasm for Baun’s joining, highlighting his railcar manufacturing and leasing expertise as critical for the Chief Commercial Officer position. Comstock also extended gratitude to Schitter for his contributions during his tenure at Greenbrier.
In response to his appointment, Baun conveyed his eagerness to contribute to Greenbrier’s legacy of innovation and customer service, aiming to drive initiatives that add value for customers and foster growth.
Greenbrier, headquartered in Lake Oswego, Oregon, operates on an international scale, designing, building, and marketing freight railcars. The company, which generated revenue of $3.51 billion in the last twelve months, provides wheel services, parts, maintenance, retrofitting, railcar management, regulatory compliance, and leasing services. While maintaining a healthy current ratio of 1.93, indicating strong liquidity, the company operates with a notable debt-to-equity ratio of 1.27. Greenbrier maintains a lease fleet of approximately 16,600 railcars and continues to invest in expanding its offerings. For deeper insights into Greenbrier’s financial health and growth potential, investors can access comprehensive analysis through InvestingPro’s detailed research reports, which cover over 1,400 US stocks.
The information for this announcement is based on a press release statement from The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. Despite recent market volatility resulting in a 28.77% decline over the past six months, InvestingPro analysis suggests the stock is currently trading near its Fair Value, with additional ProTips and detailed metrics available to subscribers.
In other recent news, Greenbrier Companies Inc. reported its fiscal second-quarter 2025 results, showcasing a mixed performance. The company exceeded earnings per share (EPS) expectations, posting $1.69 against a forecast of $1.24. However, revenue fell short, coming in at $762 million compared to the projected $877.08 million. Despite the earnings beat, the company raised its full-year guidance for gross and operating margins. Greenbrier secured $400 million in new railcar orders, adding 3,100 units to its backlog, which now stands at 20,400 units valued at $2.6 billion. The company also announced a nearly 7% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.32 per share, indicating confidence in its long-term strategy. Analysts from firms like Bank of America have engaged in discussions with Greenbrier executives regarding production adjustments and the impact of tariffs, with the company maintaining that it is not subject to tariffs due to USMCA compliance. Greenbrier continues to focus on operating efficiency and strategic investments in its leasing fleet, with a disciplined approach to capital allocation.
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