Westinghouse Air Brake (NYSE:WAB) Stock

Westinghouse Air Brake

Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp provides value-added, technology-based products and services for the freight rail and passenger transit industries and the mining, marine, and industrial markets. It provides its products and services through two main business segments: Freight and Transit. The company generates maximum revenue from the Freight segment, which manufactures new and modernized locomotives, provides aftermarket parts and services to existing locomotives, provides components to new and existing freight cars; builds new commuter locomotives; supplies rail control and infrastructure products, including electronics, positive train control equipment, signal design, and engineering services. Geographically, it generates a majority of its revenue from the United States.

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Shares of Westinghouse (WAB) are oversold. They are also at support. This could mean they are about to rally.

Stock Of The Day: Is Westinghouse About To Rally?

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Westinghouse Air Brake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAB#NYSE">WAB</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 7.98% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 16.4%. Currently, Westinghouse Air Brake has a market capitalization of $32.36 billion. 
Buying $1000 In WAB: If an investor had bought $1000 of WAB stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $21,791.67 today based on a price of $188.28 for WAB at the time of writing.
<h3>Westinghouse Air Brake's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739921409_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Westinghouse Air Brake Stock In The Last 20 Years

Shares of Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAB#NYSE">WAB</a>) got crushed yesterday after missing earnings. But they may be about to reverse and move higher.
The shares are oversold and at support. This is why Westinghouse is our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/stock-of-the-day">Stock of the Day</a>.
As you can see on the chart, the $187 level has been support for the shares since October.
Support is a large group of investors or traders who are looking to buy shares at, or close to the same price. At support levels, there is enough demand to absorb all of the supply of shares that are for sale in a market.
This is why selloffs end or at least pause when they reach them.
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Sometimes stocks rally after they reach a support level. That's what happened with Westinghouse in December and January and it may be about to happen again.
Stocks can rally off of support levels because of buyer's anxiety. Sometimes buyers can become anxious. They know that whoever wants to sell is going to go to whoever is willing to pay the highest price. They are afraid they will be outbid and they don't want to miss the trade.
So, they increase the prices they are willing to pay. Other anxious buyers see this and decide to do the same thing. This can result in a bidding war or snowball effect that pushes the price higher.
In addition, the stock is very oversold.
The red line on the chart below is two standard deviations below the 20-day moving average. Statistics and probability theory suggest that 95% of trading should be within two standard deviations of the mean. Since WAB exceeded this threshold to the downside, it will get the attention of trading algorithms and programs that are driven by statistics.
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They will be anticipating a reversion to the mean or a move higher. This will draw them into the market as buyers, and they could put upward pressure on the stock.
Shares of Westinghouse are at support while being oversold. These dynamics could set the stage for a move higher.
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Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Daniel Imbro reiterates Westinghouse Air Brake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAB#NYSE">WAB</a>) with a Overweight and maintains $220 price target.

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Stephens & Co. Reiterates Overweight on Westinghouse Air Brake, Maintains $220 Price Target

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Westinghouse Air Brake shares are trading lower after the company reported Q4 EPS and revenue below estimates.

2025 Financial Guidance
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<li>The Company has largely achieved its previous 5-year guidance over the past 3-year period. Consequently, the Company is replacing its previous long-term guidance with new 5-year guidance. The Company expects mid-single digit revenue growth CAGR, 350+ bps of adjusted operating margin expansion, and double digit EPS growth CAGR while delivering greater than 90% average cash conversion over the 5-year period through the end of 2029.</li>
<li>Wabtec's 2025 financial guidance expects sales to be in a range of $10.725 billion to $11.025 billion and adjusted earnings per diluted share to be in a range of $8.35 to $8.75. For full year 2025, Wabtec expects strong cash flow generation with operating cash flow conversion of greater than 90 percent.</li>
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Wabtec 2025 Guidance: Expects Sales Of $10.725B-$11.025B Vs. $11.033B Est.; Sees Adjusted EPS Of $8.35-$8.75 Vs. $8.62 Est.

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<li>The Board of Directors increased the quarterly dividend by 25% and declared a regular quarterly common dividend of 25 cents per share, payable on March 7, 2025 to holders of record on February 21, 2025.</li>
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Westinghouse Air Brake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAB#NYSE">WAB</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.68 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $1.72 by 2.33 percent. This is a 9.09 percent increase over earnings of $1.54 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $2.583 billion which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $2.618 billion by 1.34 percent. This is a 2.26 percent increase over sales of $2.526 billion the same period last year.

Earnings Misses

Westinghouse Air Brake Q4 2024 Adj. EPS $1.68 Misses $1.72 Estimate, Sales $2.583B Miss $2.618B Estimate

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Westinghouse Air Brake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAB#NYSE">WAB</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 5.18% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 17.33%. Currently, Westinghouse Air Brake has a market capitalization of $35.25 billion. 
Buying $1000 In WAB: If an investor had bought $1000 of WAB stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $11,079.42 today based on a price of $205.08 for WAB at the time of writing.
<h3>Westinghouse Air Brake's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738614609_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In This Stock 15 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

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Westinghouse Air Brake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAB#NYSE">WAB</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 4.89% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 16.65%. Currently, Westinghouse Air Brake has a market capitalization of $34.48 billion. 
Buying $1000 In WAB: If an investor had bought $1000 of WAB stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $9,957.81 today based on a price of $200.60 for WAB at the time of writing.
<h3>Westinghouse Air Brake's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736958608_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Westinghouse Air Brake 15 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>B of A Securities raised Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAB#NYSE">WAB</a>) price target from $225 to $226. B of A Securities analyst Ken Hoexter maintained a Buy rating. Westinghouse Air Brake shares closed at $198.10 on Tuesday.  <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WAB/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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In the latest quarter, 6 analysts provided ratings for Westinghouse Air Brake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAB#NYSE">WAB</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
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Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $216.33, a high estimate of $226.00, and a low estimate of $205.00. Observing a 7.63% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $201.00. 
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<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Westinghouse Air Brake by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<td>Ken Hoexter</td>
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<td>Buy</td>
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<td>$225.00</td>
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<td>Steve Barger</td>
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<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
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<td>Justin Long</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$205.00</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
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<td>Bascome Majors</td>
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<td>Raises</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$222.00</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
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<td>Jerry Revich</td>
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<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$205.00</td>
<td>$181.00</td>
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<td>$190.00</td>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Westinghouse Air Brake. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Westinghouse Air Brake compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Westinghouse Air Brake's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Westinghouse Air Brake's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WAB/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Westinghouse Air Brake analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Westinghouse Air Brake Better</h2>
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp is a provider of value-added, technology-based products and services for the freight rail and passenger transit industries, and the mining, marine, and industrial markets. It provides its products and services through two main business segments, Freight and Transit. The company generates maximum revenue from the Freight segment which manufactures new and modernized locomotives, provides aftermarket parts and services to existing locomotives; provides components to new and existing freight cars; builds new commuter locomotives; supplies rail control and infrastructure products including electronics, positive train control equipment, signal design and engineering services. Geographically, it generates a majority of its revenue from the United States.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Westinghouse Air Brake's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization surpasses industry averages, showcasing a dominant size relative to peers and suggesting a strong market position.
Revenue Growth: Westinghouse Air Brake's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 4.43%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Westinghouse Air Brake's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 10.63%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Westinghouse Air Brake's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.73%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Westinghouse Air Brake's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 1.51% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Westinghouse Air Brake's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.39, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Assessing Westinghouse Air Brake: Insights From 6 Financial Analysts

B of A Securities analyst Ken Hoexter maintains Westinghouse Air Brake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAB#NYSE">WAB</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $225 to $226.

B of A Securities Maintains Buy on Westinghouse Air Brake, Raises Price Target to $226

Wabtec shares are trading higher after the company announced a $1.78 billion acquisition of Evident Inspection Technologies.

Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAB#NYSE">WAB</a>) shares were trading higher premarket on Tuesday after the company inked a deal to acquire Evident&#8217;s Inspection Technologies division for $1.78 billion <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/b42968553/wabtec-to-acquire-evidents-inspection-technologies-division" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">(around $1.68 billion after-tax benefits)</a>.
Notably, Evident&#8217;s Inspection Technologies division was previously part of Olympus Corporation's Scientific Solutions Division.
The purchase price reflects a 12.0x multiple of projected 2025 EBITDA, adjusted for transaction costs, tax benefits, and anticipated cost synergies of $25 million.
The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals, with the acquisition of Inspection Technologies expected to be completed by mid-2025.
Synergies: The acquisition is expected to deliver immediate shareholder value, driven by high single-digit revenue growth, accretive Adjusted EBIT margins and improved <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">return on invested capital (ROIC) over time</a>.
The company also projects the deal slightly boosting Adjusted EPS in the first year.
This acquisition positions Wabtec for accelerated growth and strengthens its focus on improving customer productivity, reliability, and safety.
This acquisition is anticipated to expand Wabtec&#8217;s Digital Intelligence business, doubling its total addressable market from around $8 billion to $16 billion.
The buyout enhances the company's capacity to offer innovative solutions to a wider customer base.
Notably, the company had been on an acquisition spree lately.
Last month, Wabtec acquired Bloom Engineering, enhancing its portfolio with advanced burners, combustion systems, and services for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/b42719705/wabtec-acquires-bloom-engineering-to-strengthen-its-heat-transfer-and-energy-solution-portfolio" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">industrial and process heating applications</a>.
In Novemeber, Wabtec disclosed a strategic acquisitions of Fanox and Kompozitum for a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/b41896350/wabtec-acquisitions-expand-capabilities-of-its-transit-business" rel="noreferrer noopener">combined cost of $110 million</a>.
As of September 30, 2024, Wabtec&#8217;s cash, cash equivalents and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/b41483069/wabtec-reports-third-quarter-2024-results-raised-and-tightened-adjusted-eps-guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">restricted cash stood at $410 million</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via iShares Environmental Infrastructure and Industrials ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFRA#NASDAQ">EFRA</a>) and Janus Henderson U.S. Sustainable Equity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSPX#NYSE">SSPX</a>).
Price Action: WAB shares are up 0.60% at $193.00 premarket at the last check Tuesday.
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Wabtec Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAB#NYSE">WAB</a>) announced a definitive agreement to acquire Evident's Inspection Technologies division (Inspection Technologies), formerly part of the Scientific Solutions Division of Olympus Corporation, a global leader in Non-Destructive Testing, Remote Visual Inspection and Analytical Instruments solutions for mission critical assets. Recognized for its industry-leading brands and reference-standard technologies, Inspection Technologies brings highly attractive and complementary technologies to Wabtec's Digital Intelligence business. This acquisition positions Wabtec for accelerated, profitable growth while reinforcing its strong commitment to enhancing customer productivity, reliability and safety.
Wabtec agreed to acquire Evident's Inspection Technologies division for $1.78 billion (~$1.68 billion after tax benefits), subject to customary adjustments. The transaction is anticipated to provide immediate shareholder value with a high single-digit revenue growth outlook, accretive Adjusted EBIT margins and accretive return on invested capital (ROIC) over time. Additionally, the acquisition is projected to be slightly accretive to Adjusted EPS in the first year of ownership. The purchase price reflects an estimated multiple of 12.0x projected 2025 EBITDA adjusted for transaction and separation costs, anticipated tax benefits, and projected run-rate cost synergies of $25 million. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals, with the Company expecting to finalize the purchase of Inspection Technologies by the end of the first half of 2025.

Wabtec to Acquire Evident's Inspection Technologies for $1.78B

Westinghouse Air Brake's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAB#NYSE">WAB</a>) short percent of float has risen 13.79% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.48 million shares sold short, which is 1.65% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.73 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Westinghouse Air Brake Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736541011_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Westinghouse Air Brake has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Westinghouse Air Brake's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Westinghouse Air Brake's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.27%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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