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Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation’s Acquisition Strategy Unlocks Faster Freight & Transit Growth!
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation (Wabtec) reported a second quarter 2026 financial performance that broadly exceeded expectations. The company posted revenues of $3.18 billion, up 17.5% year-over-year, with adjusted earnings per share (EPS) rising 21.6% to $2.76. These results were driven by growth across both its Freight and Transit segments, supported by strong contributions from recent acquisitions. Operating margins improved despite headwinds such as tariffs, an unfavorable product mix, and challenging prior-year comparisons. The company reported a GAAP operating margin of 18.9%, up 1.5 percentage points from last year, and an adjusted operating margin of 21.9%. Wabtec’s backlog remains a significant strength, with the 12-month backlog increasing 11%, and the multiyear backlog rising 42%, reaching over $30 billion. This backlog provides visibility into profitable growth, with management highlighting a healthy pipeline and continued demand for core products and services. Freight segment sales rose 16.9% with a 25.
