LB Foster Company (NASDAQ: FSTR) — Company Overview, News & Financial Data
LB Foster Company specializes in manufacturing and services for the construction and rail industries, enhancing infrastructure.

LB Foster Company
LB Foster Company (NASDAQ:FSTR) specializes in the manufacturing, distribution, and services associated with the construction and rail industries. Traded solely on the NASDAQ under the symbol FSTR, LB Foster focuses on delivering a broad range of products and services, including rail products, construction materials, and engineering support to its diverse clientele. The company's projects span across critical infrastructure development, including bridges, rail lines, and large-scale construction endeavors, aiming to enhance the efficiency and safety of transportation and structural foundations across various sectors. LB Foster is committed to innovation and sustainability, pursuing objectives that not only drive growth and profitability but also contribute positively to the communities and environments in which it operates.
Snapshot
Operations
Products and/or services of LB Foster Company
- Rail products including track components, rail, and track maintenance tools provide essential infrastructure solutions.
- Friction management services and products that reduce wear and tear on rails and wheels, enhancing safety and efficiency.
- Piling products for construction support, offering a range of steel sheet piling for foundational support in various civil engineering projects.
- Bridge products, including fabrication and building materials for bridge construction and repair, improving infrastructure reliability.
- Concrete ties designed for railroads, providing durable, long-lasting solutions for track stability and performance.
- Condition monitoring services that offer advanced diagnostics and analytics for rail infrastructure, improving maintenance strategies and operational safety.
LB Foster Company executive team
- John F. KaselPresident, CEO & Director
- William M. ThalmanExecutive VP & COO
- Patrick J. GuineeExecutive VP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
- Gregory W. LippardSenior VP of Special Rail Projects, Technologies & Services
- Sean M. ReillySenior VP & CFO
- Timothy J. CurranController & Principal Accounting Officer
- Lisa DuranteInvestor Relations Manager
- Jamie F. O'NeillSenior Vice President of Human Resources
- Brian Hunter FriedmanSenior VP & Chief Growth Officer
- Sara Fay RolliSenior Vice President of Operational Administration
Dividend history
Dividends per share paid by LB Foster Company, by financial year.
| Financial year | Interim | Final | Special | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2016 | — | — | — | $0.1200 |
| FY2015 | — | — | — | $0.1600 |
| FY2014 | — | — | — | $0.1300 |
| FY2013 | — | — | — | $0.1200 |
| FY2012 | — | — | — | $0.1000 |
Key financials
Reported results for LB Foster Company, in USD.
- Market cap
- 382.8M
- Revenue (TTM)
- 558.4M
- P/E ratio
- 34.3
- EPS (diluted, TTM)
- 1.1
- Dividend yield
- —
- Profit margin
- 2.0%
| Fiscal year end | Revenue | Operating income | Net income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 540M | 21.9M | 7.5M | |
| 530.8M | 20.5M | 42.9M | |
| 543.7M | 9.1M | 1.5M | |
| 497.5M | -7.2M | -45.6M |