Company Overview - GATX Corporation is a leading global railcar leasing company with a diversified fleet and a portfolio of transportation assets, focusing on reliable leasing solutions and ancillary services [5][8] - The company generates revenue primarily through long-term leasing contracts and asset management for third parties, serving sectors such as petroleum, chemical, food/agriculture, and transportation [8] Financial Performance - GATX reported a revenue of $1.70 billion and a net income of $312.80 million for the trailing twelve months (TTM) [4] - The company has a dividend yield of 1.30% and as of February 4, 2026, shares were priced at $186.63, reflecting a 14.9% increase over the past year, outperforming the S&P 500's approximately 14% gain [3][4] Recent Transactions - GAMCO Investors, Inc. sold 28,902 shares of GATX in the fourth quarter for an estimated $4.76 million, leading to a decline in the fund's quarter-end position value in GATX by $11.28 million [2][3] - GATX now comprises 1.95% of GAMCO's 13F reportable assets under management (AUM) [3] Operational Insights - GATX has demonstrated strong operational efficiency, with Rail North America achieving nearly 99% utilization and renewal lease rates increasing by over 22%, enhancing cash flow visibility [9] - The company generated $6.46 in diluted EPS through the first nine months of 2025 and reaffirmed full-year guidance of $8.50 to $8.90, indicating durable earnings even in a challenging macro environment [10] Portfolio Management - The recent sale of shares by GAMCO is viewed as a portfolio rebalancing rather than a loss of conviction, as GATX remains one of the largest holdings at approximately 2% of reported assets [11]