Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)

Currency in USD
335.48
+1.55(+0.46%)
Closed·
335.14-0.34(-0.10%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
331.67337.72
52 wk Range
268.23358.60
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
333.93
Open
333.01
Day's Range
331.67-337.72
52 wk Range
268.23-358.6
Volume
1.46M
Average Volume (3m)
1.16M
1-Year Change
22.0593%
Book Value / Share
72.37
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
363.72
Upside
+8.42%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Short term obligations exceed liquid assets
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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Buy

Analyst Ratings

5 Buy
16 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
21 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 363.72
(+8.42% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
BMO Capital
Hold355.00+5.82%310.00MaintainJul 27, 2026
Baird
Hold377.00+12.38%360.00MaintainJul 27, 2026
Benchmark
Hold---MaintainJul 24, 2026
TD Cowen
Buy376.00+12.08%337.00MaintainJul 24, 2026
JPMorgan
Hold338.00+0.75%316.00MaintainJul 24, 2026

Norfolk Southern Corporation SWOT Analysis


Efficiency Gains
Norfolk Southern's focus on operational efficiency and cost management drives impressive gross profit margins of 49.5%, showcasing strong execution and resilience.
Financial Resilience
Explore how Norfolk Southern surpassed lowered consensus estimates despite challenging conditions, demonstrating operational adaptability and effective management.
Market Positioning
Delve into Norfolk Southern's competitive advantages, including market share gains and strong performance in its merchandise business with solid yield momentum.
Future Prospects
Analyst targets range from $270 to $290, reflecting optimism about Norfolk Southern's profitability improvements and strategic focus on service enhancements.
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Norfolk Southern Corporation Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • Norfolk Southern reported Q2 2026 adjusted EPS of $3.52 vs. $3.23 estimate, beating by 8.98%; revenue hit $3.5B, topping forecasts by 6.06%.
  • Volumes rose 4% YoY with record revenue ex-fuel, though operating ratio worsened to 65.5% from 63.4% as costs jumped 15% on fuel and inflation.
  • Company raised 2026 operating expense guidance to $8.8B-$8.9B from $8.2B-$8.4B, citing $400M-$500M in additional fuel costs.
  • Management expects Q3 to beat seasonal patterns by 100 bps; maintains $1.9B capex plan and targets $650M cumulative savings over three years.
  • Stock surged 6.75% to $353.29 in premarket, nearing 52-week high; executives cited improving trucking conditions and industrial pipeline growth.
Last Updated: 2026-07-23, 11:12 a/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
Jul 23, 2026
EPS / Forecast
3.52 / 3.23
Revenue / Forecast
3.5B / 3.3B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 11.72%
Dividend Yield
1.61%
Industry Median 2.42%
Annualized payout
5.40
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+6.95%
Growth Streak

NSC Income Statement

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Metrics to compare
NSC
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
28.6x36.5x12.3x
PEG Ratio
−1.37−3.420.03
Price/Book
4.6x3.9x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
6.0x1.9x1.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
7.8%25.6%28.2%
Fair Value Upside
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Norfolk Southern Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the rail transportation of raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods in the United States. The company transports agriculture, forest, and consumer products comprising soybeans, wheat, corn, fertilizers, livestock and poultry feed, food products, food oils, flour, sweeteners, ethanol, lumber and wood products, pulp board and paper products, wood fibers, wood pulp, beverages, and canned goods; chemicals, including sulfur and related chemicals, petroleum products comprising crude oil, chlorine and bleaching compounds, plastics, rubber, industrial chemicals, chemical wastes, sand, and natural gas liquids; metals and construction materials, such as steel, aluminum products, machinery, scrap metals, cement, aggregates, minerals, clay, transportation equipment, and military-related products; and automotive, including finished motor vehicles and automotive parts, as well as coal. It also transports overseas freight through various Atlantic and Gulf Coast ports; and operates an intermodal network. Norfolk Southern Corporation was incorporated in 1980 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
74.81M33.31%25.10B
Other Institutional Investors
99.44M44.27%33.36B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
50.36M22.42%16.89B
Total
224.61M100.00%75.35B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.6.80%15,276,1115,124,830
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC6.49%14,586,6594,893,532

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FAQ

What Is the Norfolk Southern (NSC) Stock Price Today?

The Norfolk Southern stock price today is 335.48 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Norfolk Southern Trade On?

Norfolk Southern is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Norfolk Southern?

The stock symbol for Norfolk Southern is "NSC."

Does Norfolk Southern Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Norfolk Southern dividend yield is 1.61%.

What Is the Norfolk Southern Market Cap?

As of today, Norfolk Southern market cap is 75.00B USD.

What Is Norfolk Southern's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Norfolk Southern EPS (TTM) is 11.72.

When Is the Next Norfolk Southern Earnings Date?

Norfolk Southern will release its next earnings report on Oct 28, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is NSC a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Neutral.

How Many Times Has Norfolk Southern Stock Split?

Norfolk Southern has split 2 times.

How Many Employees Does Norfolk Southern Have?

Norfolk Southern has 19300 employees.

What is the current trading status of Norfolk Southern (NSC)?

As of Aug 01, 2026, Norfolk Southern (NSC) is trading at a price of 335.48 USD, with a previous close of 333.93 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 331.67 USD to 337.72 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 268.23 USD to 358.60 USD.

What Is Norfolk Southern (NSC) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Norfolk Southern is 363.72 USD, with a high estimate of 414 USD and a low estimate of 297 USD. 5 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +8.42% Upside potential.

What Is the NSC Premarket Price?

NSC's last pre-market stock price is 335.50 USD. The pre-market share volume is 230.00, and the stock has decreased by 1.57, or 0.47%.

What Is the NSC After Hours Price?

NSC's last after hours stock price is 335.14 USD, the stock has decreased by -0.34, or -0.10%.
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