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The Greenbrier Companies (GBX) Investor presentation summary

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Investor presentation summary

23 Apr, 2026

Market leadership and operational footprint

  • Holds a leading position in railcar manufacturing and leasing across North America, Europe, and Brazil, with #1 or #2 market share in key segments.

  • Delivered 18,700 railcars in the last twelve months and manages a lease fleet of approximately 16,800 units.

  • Maintains a $2.1 billion backlog, providing strong revenue visibility and recurring income streams.

  • Operates a diversified manufacturing and service network close to customers, supporting onshoring trends.

  • Offers comprehensive railcar lifecycle services, including manufacturing, leasing, maintenance, and management.

Financial performance and growth

  • Achieved a 52% increase in recurring revenue since 2023, driven by lease fleet expansion.

  • Core EBITDA reached $512 million LTM as of February 2026, with higher highs and lows through cycles.

  • Aggregate gross margin improved to 16.2%, reflecting operational efficiencies and a focus on high-margin recurring revenue.

  • Returned $625 million to shareholders since 2013 through dividends and share repurchases.

  • Maintains nearly $1.1 billion in liquidity, with strong operating cash flow and disciplined capital allocation.

Strategic priorities and outlook

  • Focuses on optimizing for demand recovery, manufacturing excellence, recurring revenue growth, and balanced capital allocation.

  • Fiscal 2026 guidance projects $2.4–$2.5 billion in revenue, 15,350–16,350 deliveries, and core diluted EPS of $3.00–$3.50.

  • Plans to invest up to $300 million annually in the lease fleet, targeting mid-double-digit returns.

  • Well-positioned for growth as railcar ownership shifts from railroads to leasing companies and as global infrastructure investment rises.

  • European and Brazilian markets expected to benefit from economic recovery and infrastructure spending.

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