Federal Signal Corporation
FSSIndustrialsNASDAQPollution & Treatment Controls · Last scanned May 29, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the industrials sector, Federal Signal Corporation (FSS) is listed under Pollution & Treatment Controls. With a market capitalization of $6.91B, it sits in mid-cap territory. It operates through two segments, Environmental Solutions Group, and Safety and Security Systems Group.
Market Cap
$6.91B
Beta
1.32
P/E (TTM)
25.76
P/E (Fwd)
20.45
EPS (TTM)
$4.40
EPS (Fwd)
$5.54
ROE
20.5%
ROA
11.2%
Cash
$71.4M
Total Debt
$582.8M
Free CF
$142.4M
52W Change
20.5%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Federal Signal Corporation carries $582.8M in total debt against $71.4M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 8.2x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Free cash flow comes in at $142.4M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 20.5%, which is strong for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. Return on assets of 11.2% further supports the picture of efficient asset utilization. Revenue has grown from $1.43B (2022) to $2.18B (2025), reflecting a 52% increase over the period.
Federal Signal Corporation carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Federal Signal Corporation and its sector.