Valuation dashboard for GATX Corporation (GATX) with P/E 16.74, P/B 2.29, EV/EBITDA 7.71 and dividend yield 1.44%. DCF, Graham Number, EPS growth, peer multiples and dividend discount models plus sector comparison against other Industrials companies.
GATX Corporation, established in Chicago, Illinois in 1898, is a prominent global equipment lessor. The company primarily provides railcar and locomotive leasing services across North America and internationally, catering to vital industries such as petroleum, chemicals, food/agriculture, and transportation. Its operational framework is divided into three key segments: Rail North America, Rail International, and Portfolio Management.
Analysis Summary
GATX Corporation reported revenue of $1.74B in the most recent fiscal year, growing at a 5-year CAGR of 7.6%. Net income reached $333.3M, with a 17.1% 5-year CAGR.
Trailing-twelve-month margins: gross margin 33.3%, operating margin 21.2%, net margin 17.7%.
At $181.14 (closing price, October 30, 2026), GATX trades at a P/E of 16.74 and an ROE of 14.10%. Market capitalisation stands at $6.4B.
Balance sheet quality for GATX: current ratio of 1.3. A debt-to-equity below 1.0 typically signals conservative capital structure, while a current ratio above 1.5 indicates comfortable short-term liquidity.
Valuation Ratios
| P/E Ratio | 16.74 |
| Price / Book | 2.29 |
| EV / EBITDA | 7.71 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.44% |
Valuation Models
| DCF Fair Value | $-1,359.54 |
| vs Current Price | -850.5% |
Peer Comparison
| Symbol | Company | Market Cap | P/E | P/B | ROE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GATX | GATX Corporation | $6.4B | 16.74 | 2.29 | 14.1% |
| CAR | Avis Budget Group, Inc. | $3.8B | 20.6% | ||
| R | Ryder System, Inc. | $10.8B | 21.50 | 3.68 | 17.7% |
| KEX | Kirby Corporation | $7.6B | 20.74 | 2.20 | 10.9% |
| TKR | The Timken Company | $7.7B | 30.05 | 2.41 | 8.1% |
| AL | Air Lease Corporation | $7.3B | 9.19 | 1.19 | 10.4% |
| MSA | MSA Safety Incorporated | $6.9B | 22.21 | 4.95 | 23.1% |
| GTES | Gates Industrial Corporation plc | $6.0B | 16.55 | 1.89 | 10.7% |
Price
| Price | $181.14 (closing price, October 30, 2026) |
| Market Cap | $6.4B |
| Exchange | NYSE |
| Country | US |
Profitability
| Return on Equity | 14.10% |
| Return on Invested Capital | 20.58% |
| Return on Assets | 2.26% |
| Gross Margin | 33.35% |
| Operating Margin | 21.21% |
| Net Margin | 17.69% |
Related companies: CAR · R · KEX · TKR · MSA · GTES · FCN
Explore sector: Industrials · Rental & Leasing Services
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