Wabtec (NYSE:WAB – Get Free Report) issued an update on its FY 2026 earnings guidance on Wednesday. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of 10.600-10.900 for the period, compared to the consensus estimate of 10.620. The company issued revenue guidance of $12.3 billion-$12.6 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $12.4 billion.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In
WAB has been the topic of several research reports. Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a “buy (b)” rating on shares of Wabtec in a research report on Friday, July 17th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. lifted their price target on shares of Wabtec from $290.00 to $300.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a report on Monday, July 13th. Morgan Stanley reaffirmed an “overweight” rating on shares of Wabtec in a research report on Thursday. Citigroup cut their price target on Wabtec from $313.00 to $311.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Monday, July 13th. Finally, Rothschild & Co Redburn raised shares of Wabtec from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating and upped their price objective for the company from $262.00 to $285.00 in a report on Thursday, March 26th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, nine have assigned a Buy rating and two have issued a Hold rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat, the stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $296.27.
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Wabtec Stock Up 10.1%
Wabtec (NYSE:WAB – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, July 22nd. The transportation company reported $2.76 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.60 by $0.16. Wabtec had a return on equity of 14.52% and a net margin of 10.52%.The firm had revenue of $3.18 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $3.07 billion. During the same period in the prior year, the business posted $2.27 earnings per share. The company’s revenue was up 17.5% on a year-over-year basis. Wabtec has set its FY 2026 guidance at 10.600-10.900 EPS. Research analysts anticipate that Wabtec will post 10.64 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Wabtec Dividend Announcement
The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, September 1st. Investors of record on Tuesday, August 18th will be issued a dividend of $0.31 per share. This represents a $1.24 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.4%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Tuesday, August 18th. Wabtec’s dividend payout ratio is 17.54%.
Insider Buying and Selling
In other Wabtec news, insider Sameer Gaur sold 1,082 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, June 12th. The shares were sold at an average price of $263.50, for a total value of $285,107.00. Following the sale, the insider directly owned 11,985 shares in the company, valued at $3,158,047.50. This represents a 8.28% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink. Also, CEO Rafael Santana sold 1,163 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Monday, July 6th. The shares were sold at an average price of $262.07, for a total transaction of $304,787.41. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer directly owned 122,914 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $32,212,071.98. The trade was a 0.94% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Insiders have sold a total of 5,734 shares of company stock worth $1,504,571 in the last ninety days. 0.57% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.
More Wabtec News
Here are the key news stories impacting Wabtec this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Wabtec beat Q2 expectations with adjusted EPS of $2.76 and revenue of $3.18 billion, both above estimates, while sales rose 17.5% year over year and margins improved. Wabtec Shares Rise After 2Q Earnings Beat Estimates
- Positive Sentiment: The company raised its 2026 guidance, now expecting revenue of about $12.3 billion to $12.6 billion and adjusted EPS of $10.60 to $10.90, signaling management is more confident about demand and profitability ahead. Wabtec forecasts 2026 revenue of about $12.5B and adjusted EPS of $10.60-$10.90 as it raises guidance
- Positive Sentiment: Freight and Transit both contributed to the beat, with stronger locomotive deliveries, acquisition-related growth, and backlog gains supporting better visibility into future sales. Wabtec Q2 Earnings & Revenues Beat Estimates, Up Y/Y, EPS View Raised
- Neutral Sentiment: Additional coverage highlighted strong second-half momentum and a record-high share reaction, but these articles mostly echoed the same earnings and guidance story rather than adding new catalysts. Wabtec hits record high on improved 2026 outlook for freight, transit
- Neutral Sentiment: Wabtec interns volunteering to help preserve Erie’s Brig Niagara is positive for corporate reputation, but it is unlikely to materially affect the stock. Wabtec Interns Give Back, Help Preserve Erie’s Brig Niagara
Hedge Funds Weigh In On Wabtec
A number of institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Manchester Capital Management LLC boosted its position in shares of Wabtec by 122.0% during the 4th quarter. Manchester Capital Management LLC now owns 131 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $28,000 after acquiring an additional 72 shares during the last quarter. McMillan Office Inc. bought a new position in shares of Wabtec in the fourth quarter worth approximately $31,000. DV Equities LLC bought a new position in shares of Wabtec in the fourth quarter worth approximately $51,000. Johnson Financial Group Inc. purchased a new stake in Wabtec in the third quarter valued at approximately $62,000. Finally, Larson Financial Group LLC raised its stake in Wabtec by 23.6% in the third quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC now owns 377 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $76,000 after purchasing an additional 72 shares in the last quarter. 91.69% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.
About Wabtec
Wabtec Corporation (Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation) is a global provider of equipment, systems and services for the rail industry. The company supplies products and solutions to freight railroads, transit agencies and other industrial operators, focusing on technologies that improve the performance, safety and efficiency of locomotives and rail networks. Wabtec’s business spans new equipment manufacturing, aftermarket parts and services, and digital and control systems for rail operations.
Product and service offerings include locomotive systems and components, braking and air systems, propulsion and traction equipment, signaling and control technologies, and a range of aftermarket services such as maintenance, remanufacturing, parts distribution and fleet modernization.
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