FSTR vs HWBK Comparison

L.B. Foster Co is a U.S-based firm engaged in the manufacturing, fabrication, and distribution of products and services, especially for the rail, construction, energy, and utility industries. The company operates its business through two segments: Rail Technologies and Services and Infrastructure Solutions. Its principal business activity involves providing new and used rail, trackwork, and accessories, producing concrete railroad ties, insulated rail joints, power rail, track fasteners, cover boards, and sales of sells and rents steel sheet piling, H-bearing pile, and other piling products for foundation and earth retention requirements. It generates the majority of its revenues from the Rail Technologies and Services segment.

Hawthorn Bancshares Inc is a financial holding company and along with its subsidiary, it conducts general banking and trust business, offering its customers checking and savings accounts, internet banking, certificates of deposit, trust services, brokerage services, and safety deposit boxes. The company also offers a range of lending services, including commercial and industrial loans, single payment personal loans, installment loans, and commercial and residential real estate loans.