UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 for the quarterly period ended September 30, 2025 Or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 for the transition period from to Commission File Number: 000-10436 L.B. Foster Company (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Pennsylvania 25-1324733 (State or other juri ...

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a modest sales growth of 0.6% year over year, with adjusted EBITDA down 7.9% to $11.4 million due to lower margins [4][8][9] - Net income declined significantly to $4.4 million from $35.9 million in the previous year, primarily due to the release of a $30 million tax valuation allowance in the prior year [5][8] - Cash provided by operations totaled $29.2 million, a favorable increase of $4.4 million compared to last year, contributing to a reduction in net debt to $55.3 million [5][9][16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Infrastructure segment sales increased by 4.4%, driven by a 12.7% rise in steel products, while rail revenues decreased by 2.2% due to planned downsizing in the U.K. [4][8][10] - Rail segment revenues were $77.8 million, down 2.2%, with rail product sales declining by 5.9% [10][11] - Total track monitoring sales surged by 135.1%, and friction management sales increased by 9%, indicating strong performance in growth platforms [11][29] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The trailing 12-month book-to-bill ratio remained positive at 1.08, with a backlog of $247.4 million, up 18.4% year over year [6][18] - Rail backlog levels increased by 58.2%, with rail products orders up 59.9%, supporting growth expectations for Q4 [11][18] - Infrastructure backlog decreased by 10.9% due to order cancellations, but current demand levels for precast products remain solid [18][19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on transforming from a construction materials company to an innovation technology company, aiming for sustained growth and improved operational efficiency [43][44] - Capital allocation priorities include share repurchases and maintaining financial flexibility, with approximately 461,000 shares repurchased this year [16][17] - The company is evaluating potential tuck-in acquisitions, particularly in the precast concrete space, to complement its current portfolio [17][35] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that tariffs have not significantly impacted product costs, and the ongoing federal government shutdown has not yet adversely affected business activity [20][21] - The company anticipates a strong finish to 2025, with Q4 expected to see significant sales growth of approximately 25% and adjusted EBITDA up 115% [22][24] - Management expressed confidence in the backlog and manufacturing capacity to meet expected sales growth, despite potential risks from the government shutdown [23][24] Other Important Information - The effective tax rate remains elevated due to not recognizing a tax benefit on U.K. pre-tax losses, but improvements are expected in future quarters [15] - The company reported a gross margin of 22.5%, down 130 basis points from the previous year, attributed to lower rail sales volumes and unfavorable sales mix [8][9] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you talk about your guidance in hitting the implied fourth-quarter sales and EBITDA guide? - Management indicated that there are no significant immediate impacts from the government shutdown, and they are optimistic about meeting guidance due to a strong backlog and active supply chain [25][26] Question: What are the drivers of the impressive sales growth in total track monitoring? - Management attributed the growth to strong performance across all strategic growth platforms, including total track monitoring, friction management, and precast [29][30] Question: How has the potential acquisition pipeline looked for precast concrete? - The company is actively evaluating precast acquisition opportunities, particularly in the Southeastern U.S., while also focusing on ramping up production in existing facilities [35][36]

Financial Performance - Q3 2025 - Net sales increased by 06% YoY to $1383 million, driven by Infrastructure growth of 44%, while Rail decreased by 22%[18] - Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 79% YoY to $114 million, with lower margins partially offset by lower SG&A[18, 23] - Net income attributable to L B Foster Company decreased by 879% YoY to $44 million, primarily due to a $300 million tax benefit in the prior year[23, 24] - New orders, net increased by 196% YoY to $1148 million, resulting in a Q3 TTM book-to-bill ratio of 108:100[19] - Backlog increased by 184% YoY to $2474 million, with a $384 million increase supporting an expected ~$32 million increase in sales in Q4[19, 23] Financial Position - Net cash provided by operations increased by $44 million YoY to $292 million[18, 23] - Net debt decreased by $101 million YoY, with a Gross Leverage Ratio of 16x, down 03x YoY[18] - Funding capacity stood at $945 million[48] Segment Performance - Rail, Technologies, and Services: Net sales decreased by 22%, while new orders, net increased by 639% and backlog increased by 582%[32, 33, 35] - Infrastructure Solutions: Net sales increased by 44%, while new orders, net decreased by 344% and backlog decreased by 109%[38, 39, 41] 2025 Guidance - Revenue is projected to be between $535 million and $545 million[13, 19] - Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be between $40 million and $42 million[13, 19] - Free cash flow is anticipated to be between $15 million and $20 million[13, 19]

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Third quarter sales up 0.6% over last year driven by 4.4% increase in Infrastructure; Rail sales down 2.2%, with Global Friction Management and Total Track Monitoring up 9.0% and 135.1%, respectivelyBacklog1 of $247.4 million up 18.4% over last year driven by 58.2% increase in Rail; all Rail business units realized substantial backlog increases, with Rail Products up 59.9%, Global Friction Management up 28.7%, and Technology Services and Solutions up 77.7% driven by improved order rates in the UKThird quart ...

Core Points - L.B. Foster Company will release its third quarter results on November 3, 2025, before the market opens [1] - A conference call to discuss the operating results and market outlook will take place at 8:30 A.M. Eastern Time on the same day [1] - The conference call will be available via live webcast on the Company's Investor Relations page [2] Registration and Participation - Interested participants can register for the question-and-answer session to receive dial-in numbers and a unique PIN [3] - It is recommended to join the call 10 minutes prior to the start time [3] Company Overview - L.B. Foster Company, founded in 1902, is a global technology solutions provider for the rail and infrastructure markets [4] - The Company focuses on innovative engineering and product development to meet safety, reliability, and performance needs [4] - L.B. Foster has locations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia [4]

Core Insights - The company is focused on the development of transcript-related projects, indicating a commitment to enhancing their offerings in this area [1] Group 1 - The company publishes thousands of quarterly earnings calls each quarter, showcasing significant growth and expansion in their coverage [1]

Summary of L.B. Foster Company Conference Call - September 18, 2025 Company Overview - **Company Name**: L.B. Foster Company (Ticker: FSTR) - **Industry**: Building Products, Infrastructure Solutions, Rail Technologies - **Headquarters**: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania - **History**: Founded 123 years ago, with 90% of sales in North America [3][4] Core Business Segments - **Rail Technologies and Services**: Includes Rail Products, Global Friction Management, and technology services [7][8] - **Infrastructure Solutions**: Focus on precast concrete and steel products, particularly in the eastern and southeastern U.S. [9][10] Financial Performance - **Revenue Growth**: Reported a 2% year-over-year increase in sales for the most recent quarter, marking the first organic sales growth in five quarters [13][14] - **Margin Improvement**: Achieved a 540 basis point improvement in margins since 2021, with reported EBITDA up 51% year-over-year in the second quarter [14][17] - **Cash Flow**: Strong cash flow performance with a capital-light business model, targeting leverage of 1 to 1.5 times debt/EBITDA [20][22] Strategic Focus - **Portfolio Management**: Emphasis on simplifying the business and focusing on high-margin products, with a significant reduction in SG&A expenses [14][17] - **Growth Opportunities**: Identified growth in Global Friction Management (42% growth), Total Track Monitoring (273% growth), and Precast Concrete (119% growth) [11][12] - **Government Funding**: Anticipated benefits from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and CRISI Grants, with 30% of IIJA funds already spent [25][39] Market Dynamics - **Rail Industry Consolidation**: Potential mergers among major railroads (Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern) could enhance demand for L.B. Foster's products, particularly in efficiency and safety [30][32] - **Infrastructure Demand**: Increased focus on infrastructure development driven by demographic shifts and government spending [41][42] Key Metrics - **Book-to-Bill Ratio**: Strong order intake in the rail business, indicating a growing backlog and improving profitability mix [21] - **Valuation**: Currently trading at approximately eight times EBITDA, with a cash flow yield around 7% [22] Conclusion - **Outlook**: Positive growth expected in the second half of the year, with a projected 43% growth in backlog and continued focus on cash generation and strategic investments [27][28]