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FreightCar America adopts limited duration rights plan; Q2 railcar order share ~45%
FreightCar America, Inc.
- Board declared dividend of one preferred share purchase right per common share, payable August 5, 2026.
- Rights become exercisable if a person/group acquires 15% (or 20% for 13G filers) of outstanding common stock.
- Rights plan expires July 5, 2027; replaces prior plan expiring August 5, 2026.
- CEO cites Q2 new railcar orders share of approximately 45% and growth in aftermarket business.
- Rights plan intended to protect long-term value and prevent coercive takeover tactics.