L.B. Foster Reports Ongoing Sales Increase and Strong Cash Flow in Fiscal Third Quarter, Anticipates Solid Conclusion to 2025
Third Quarter Sales Performance: L.B. Foster Company reported a 0.6% increase in net sales for Q3 2025 compared to the previous year, driven by a 4.4% rise in the Infrastructure segment, while Rail sales decreased by 2.2%.
Backlog and New Orders: The company's backlog rose to $247.4 million, an 18.4% increase year-over-year, with significant growth in Rail business units, particularly a 59.9% increase in Rail Products.
Financial Metrics: Operating cash flow for the quarter was $29.2 million, with free cash flow at $26.4 million, contributing to a reduction in total debt and a gross leverage ratio of 1.6x.
Future Outlook: The company anticipates a strong fourth quarter, projecting a 115% increase in Adjusted EBITDA on 25% sales growth, supported by improved demand in the Rail segment and a focus on cost containment.
Trade with 70% Backtested Accuracy
Analyst Views on FSTR
About FSTR
About the author
Daily Upgrade Report for Validea Kenneth Fisher Strategy - December 12, 2025
Validea's Upgrades: Validea's Price/Sales Investor model, based on Kenneth Fisher's strategy, has upgraded several stocks, indicating improved ratings due to strong fundamentals and valuations.
NACCO Industries: The rating for NACCO Industries Inc. increased from 48% to 70%, reflecting its position as a small-cap value stock in the Coal industry with solid fundamentals.
Primoris Services Corp: Primoris Services Corp's rating rose from 60% to 80%, highlighting its growth potential in the Construction Services industry, driven by its critical infrastructure services.
OraSure Technologies: OraSure Technologies Inc. saw its rating improve from 58% to 70%, showcasing its growth in the Biotechnology & Drugs sector through innovative health diagnostics solutions.
L.B. Foster Company to Host Two Virtual Conferences in December 2025
- Conference Schedule: L.B. Foster Company's CEO John Kasel and CFO Bill Thalman will present virtually at the Sidoti Year-End Conference on December 10, 2025, at 9:15 AM ET, aimed at showcasing the company's latest developments to investors.
- Second Conference: Bill Thalman and Corporate Controller Sean Reilly will present at the Singular Research Best of the Uncovereds Conference on December 11, 2025, at 11:00 AM ET, further enhancing the company's engagement with investors.
- Material Release: Presentation materials will be posted on the company's Investor Relations website on the morning of the conferences, ensuring investors have timely access to relevant information and enhancing transparency.
- Video Replay: The Sidoti conference video replay will be available online for 90 days, while the Singular Research conference will offer a 30-day replay, allowing investors who could not attend live to catch up on the presentations.
