GATX Stock 12 Month Analyst Forecast
Eps Overview
Growth Next 5yrs
9.68%
Last Quarter
$2.84
Past Year
$9.12
Growth Past 5yrs
16.91%
Next Quarter
$2.27
Estimate Next Year
$1.03
Consensus Rating
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Consensus Price Target
Highest Price Target
$220.00
24.5% Upside
Mean Price Target
$208.58
18.04% Upside
Lowest Price Target
$192.00
8.66% Upside
Recent Analyst Ratings
Upgrades, Downgrades, New Coverage
Last Updated On Aug 04, 2026
Actual EPS vs Estimated EPS
GATX Earnings Per Share (EPS) History
According to financial reports, GATX (NYSE: GATX) reported an actual EPS of $2.84 for the quarter ending on Jul 30, 2026, compared to an estimated $2.46, resulting in a 15.45% surprise. In the prior quarter (May 07, 2026), GATX recorded an actual EPS of $2.35 with a 3.07% surprise. See GATX's full earnings history.
Earnings History
EPS Surprise Factor Analysis
GATX has experienced notable EPS surprises, with the latest quarter ending Jul 30, 2026 showing a 15.45% beat. Previously, the quarter ending May 07, 2026 recorded a 3.07% beat. An EPS surprise factor indicates how much actual earnings deviate from analyst forecasts.
| Report Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise Factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 2026 | 2.84 | 2.46 | +15.45% |
| May 07, 2026 | 2.35 | 2.28 | +3.07% |
| Feb 19, 2026 | 2.44 | 2.42 | +0.83% |
| Oct 21, 2025 | 2.29 | 2.29 | 0 |
| Jul 29, 2025 | 2.06 | 2.31 | -10.82% |
| Apr 23, 2025 | 2.15 | 2.09 | +2.87% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is GATX stock getting favorable reviews from Wall Street analysts?
Brokerage firms have given GATX stock an average recommendation of
Buy. 12 analysts have given their ratings
to GATX out of which
0 analysts have given strong buy call,
11 analysts have given buy call,
1 analysts rate it hold,
0 analysts advocate strong sell call, and
0 analysts has given sell rating. The average target price of
$208.58 gives the stock implied upside
of roughly 18.04% over the next year or so.
What have analysts suggested for GATX highest price target?
Analysts suggest GATX's stock price would rise to a high of $220.00.
What is the lowest price target analysts expect for GATX over the next year?
Within the next 12 months, analysts predict the GATX stock price could move to $192.00.
What is the average target price for GATX?
GATX stock has an average analyst estimate of $208.58.
At its current price, how far is GATX from its average target price?
GATX shares are currently trading 18.04% above this price target.
What were GATX’s actual earnings per share for the recent quarter?
Its quarterly earnings per share (EPS) came in at $2.84 versus consensus estimates of $2.46, and above the comparable year-ago quarter’s EPS of $2.06.
What are the current estimates for quarterly and annual earnings per share?
GATX's forecasts by analysts estimating quarterly EPS at $2.27 and $1.03 for the whole year.
What has GATX's growth been in the past five years and what is expected in the next five years?
The analysts have projected 9.68% EPS growth for GATX in the next five years, compared to growth rates of 16.91% in the past five years.