Michael Donfris Sells Shares of The Greenbrier Companies, Inc.

Michael Donfris, the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (NYSE: GBX), recently sold 351 shares of the company. This transaction, which took place on June 17, 2026, was valued at $17,314, with an average selling price of $49.33 per share.

Other Institutional Activity in The Greenbrier Companies

BlackRock, Inc. reduced its holdings in Greenbrier by 347,874 shares, ending with 5,092,522 shares valued at approximately $268.1 million. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC added 2,209,349 shares, bringing its total to the same number and worth about $116.3 million. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP increased its position by 13,153 shares to a total of 1,979,546 shares valued at $104.2 million. Toronto Dominion Bank added 48,591 shares, bringing its total to 1,907,815 shares worth $100.4 million. American Century Companies Inc. grew its stake by 153,483 shares, reaching a total of 1,521,797 shares valued at around $80.1 million.

The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. Stock Up 8.2%

Shares of NYSE:GBX traded near $49.29 recently. The company has a market capitalization of approximately $1.54 billion and a P/E ratio of 10.6. Its beta is 1.426, indicating a higher volatility compared to the market. Greenbrier's stock has seen a 52-week low of $38.23 and a high of $59.19. The 50-day moving average is $48.98, while the 200-day moving average stands at $48.58. The company maintains a current ratio of 3.71 and a quick ratio of 1.93, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 105.01.

Recent Earnings

Greenbrier reported revenue of about $2.90 billion, although experiencing a revenue decline of 22.9%. The net margin was 5.12%, and return on equity stood at 9.31%. The company's next earnings report is expected on July 1, 2026.

Dividend

Greenbrier pays an annual dividend of $1.36 per share, yielding 2.76%. The payout ratio is approximately 27.3%.

Insider Buying and Selling at The Greenbrier Companies, Inc.

Michael Donfris, SVP & CFO, sold 351 shares at $49.33 each on June 17, 2026, for a total of $17,314. Wendy Teramoto sold 294 shares on February 3, 2026, and William Krueger, SVP & COO, The Americas, sold 6,000 shares at $50.00 on January 30, 2026.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On January 26, 2026, Susquehanna maintained its 'buy' rating for Greenbrier with a price target of $60. In contrast, Goldman Sachs had initiated a 'sell' rating with a $38 price target back on November 21, 2025. The consensus among analysts is mixed, with a mean target price of $44.67.

About The Greenbrier Companies, Inc.

The Greenbrier Companies, Inc., based in Lake Oswego, Oregon, designs, manufactures, and markets railroad freight car equipment across North America, Europe, and South America. Founded in 1974, the company operates through two segments: Manufacturing, and Leasing & Management Services. It serves a variety of clients, including railroads, leasing companies, and transportation firms, under the leadership of CEO Ms. Lorie L. Tekorius, with approximately 11,000 employees.

Bottom Line

Michael Donfris's recent sale of shares in The Greenbrier Companies highlights insider activity within the company. Investors often watch such moves for potential signals, though insider selling alone does not necessarily indicate negative prospects. Greenbrier's stock remains under analyst scrutiny, with mixed ratings reflecting diverse expectations for its future performance.