Greenbrier secures $850 million in extended bank facilities

Published 27/05/2025, 21:38
Greenbrier secures $850 million in extended bank facilities

LAKE OSWEGO, Ore. - The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (NYSE: GBX), a prominent player in the international freight transportation market with annual revenue of $3.5 billion and a market capitalization of $1.4 billion, has successfully renewed and extended two bank facilities totaling $850 million, the company announced today. According to InvestingPro analysis, the company appears fairly valued at current levels, trading at a modest P/E ratio of 7.0x. The renewal includes a $600 million domestic revolving facility and a $250 million term loan, both of which have been extended with favorable terms until 2030, following completion on May 21, 2025.

This financial maneuver has staggered Greenbrier’s remaining long-term debt maturities into 2030, with the next significant maturity set for 2027. While InvestingPro data shows the company operates with a significant debt burden of $1.85 billion, its current ratio of 1.93 indicates strong short-term liquidity. CEO and President Lorie Tekorius highlighted the strategic nature of the move, stating, "The renewal and extension of these facilities and the continued expansion of our Leasing platform demonstrate Greenbrier’s purposeful approach to debt management and capital deployment." For investors seeking deeper insights, InvestingPro offers comprehensive analysis with 12 additional key metrics and ProTips for GBX. Tekorius credited the company’s realignment of its debt profile over the past two years, including more non-recourse borrowing and the repayment of $180 million of recourse debt, as key to maximizing shareholder returns.

Greenbrier’s commitment to maintaining a robust liquidity position was also underscored as a cornerstone of its strategy to navigate market conditions and seize opportunities in favorable markets. Tekorius expressed gratitude for the ongoing support from Greenbrier’s banking group, which has been instrumental in the company’s financial planning.

Greenbrier, headquartered in Lake Oswego, Oregon, operates globally, providing equipment and services to the freight transportation industry. Its subsidiaries and joint ventures span the design, manufacture, and marketing of freight railcars in North America, Europe, and Brazil, along with offering wheel services, parts, maintenance, retrofitting, regulatory compliance, and leasing services.

The company’s forward-looking statements in the press release indicate plans for future performance and strategies, though they are subject to market risks and uncertainties. Recent performance metrics from InvestingPro show the stock has experienced significant volatility, with a 34% decline over the past six months, though the company maintains a 12-year track record of consistent dividend payments. The information is based on a press release statement and readers should note that forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. For a comprehensive analysis of GBX’s financial health, valuation, and growth prospects, investors can access the detailed Pro Research Report, available exclusively on InvestingPro.

In other recent news, Greenbrier Companies Inc. reported its fiscal second-quarter 2025 results, surpassing earnings per share (EPS) expectations while missing revenue forecasts. The company posted an EPS of $1.69, exceeding the forecast of $1.24, whereas revenue fell short at $762 million against a projected $877.08 million. Despite the revenue miss, Greenbrier raised its full-year guidance for gross and operating margins. The company also secured $400 million in new railcar orders, bolstering its backlog to 20,400 units valued at $2.6 billion.

In addition to its earnings report, Greenbrier announced the appointment of Ted Baun as the incoming Chief Commercial Officer, effective January 2026. Baun, with over three decades of experience in the rail industry, will succeed Tim Schitter, who is retiring at the end of the year. Greenbrier’s financial outlook remains positive, with updated guidance projecting an aggregate gross margin of 17-17.5% and an operating margin of 10.2-10.7%. Furthermore, the company expects to deliver between 21,500 and 23,500 new railcars, with anticipated revenue ranging from $3.15 billion to $3.35 billion.

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