Here's Why Greenbrier Companies (GBX) Fell More Than Broader Market

Company Performance - Greenbrier Companies (GBX) stock closed at $47.48, down 1.72% compared to the previous day, underperforming the S&P 500, which lost 1.37% [1] - Over the past month, GBX shares gained 3.67%, while the Transportation sector and S&P 500 gained 4.09% and 5.1%, respectively [1] - The upcoming earnings report is anticipated, with projected earnings per share (EPS) of $0.81, reflecting an 18.18% decrease year-over-year, and revenue estimated at $895.3 million, indicating a 20.2% decrease [1] Analyst Estimates - Recent changes to analyst estimates for Greenbrier Companies indicate shifting business dynamics, with positive revisions reflecting optimism about profitability [2] - The Zacks Rank system, which incorporates these estimate changes, currently ranks Greenbrier Companies as 1 (Strong Buy), with a 2.04% rise in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate over the past month [2] Valuation Metrics - Greenbrier Companies has a Forward P/E ratio of 12.9, which is a premium compared to its industry's Forward P/E of 12.43 [3] - The company has a PEG ratio of 1.84, while the average PEG ratio for Transportation - Equipment and Leasing stocks is 1.02 [3] - The Transportation - Equipment and Leasing industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 17, placing it in the top 7% of over 250 industries [3]