Norfolk Southern 株価情報 (NYSE: NSC)

Norfolk Southern (NYSE:NSC) 株価情報

NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP

Norfolk Southern

Class-I railroad Norfolk Southern operates in the Eastern United States. On more than 20,000 miles of track, the rail hauls shipments of coal, intermodal traffic, and a diverse mix of automotive, agriculture, metal, chemical, and forest products.

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Norfolk Southern's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) short percent of float has fallen 29.41% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.90 million shares sold short, which is 0.84% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.15 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Norfolk Southern Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746464421_0_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Norfolk Southern has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Norfolk Southern's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Norfolk Southern's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 8.63%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Looking Into Norfolk Southern's Recent Short Interest

RBC Capital analyst Walter Spracklin maintains Norfolk Southern (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $271 to $270.

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RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on Norfolk Southern, Lowers Price Target to $270

UBS analyst Thomas Wadewitz maintains Norfolk Southern (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $284 to $275.

UBS Maintains Buy on Norfolk Southern, Lowers Price Target to $275

Susquehanna analyst Bascome Majors maintains Norfolk Southern (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $260 to $250.

Susquehanna Maintains Neutral on Norfolk Southern, Lowers Price Target to $250

Evercore ISI Group analyst Jonathan Chappell maintains Norfolk Southern (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $284 to $269.

Evercore ISI Group Maintains Outperform on Norfolk Southern, Lowers Price Target to $269

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Shares of companies in the broader industrial sector are trading higher amid overall market strength after President Trump said he had no intention of firing Fed Chair Powell. Additionally, Trump indicated the final tariff rate would be less than the current 145% but not 0%.

Risk-on sentiment dominated Wall Street on Wednesday, as upbeat earnings reports and conciliatory messages from the Trump administration h<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets">elped lift investor confidence.</a>
The administration eased market fears on two major fronts that have recently weighed heavily on sentiment. On the trade front, tensions with China appeared to thaw, with reports suggesting the White House is considering reducing tariffs on certain categories of goods.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent added fuel to the rally, stating U.S.-China tariffs are unsustainable and will likely need to be lowered to facilitate meaningful negotiations.
Meanwhile, President Donald Trump offered an abrupt shift in tone toward Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, saying he has no intention to fire him, a remark that helped calm concerns over political interference in monetary policy.
By midday in New York, the S&amp;P 500 was up by nearly 2%, though it had earlier climbed even higher. The Nasdaq 100 outperformed with a 2.5% gain, driven by strength in Magnificent Seven stocks.
Trump's pivot on Powell pushed Treasury yields lower across the curve, with the 30-year yield falling five basis points to 4.83%, after briefly topping 4.90% the previous day.
On the macro front, flash Purchasing Managers&#8217; Index surveys revealed slowing growth momentum in the U.S. economy, as the services sector decelerated sharply following the impact <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44952395/us-business-activity-growth-slows-in-april-as-services-suffer-tariff-shock-markets-rally-as-trade-war-cools">of recent tariff shocks.</a>
The U.S. dollar strengthened, while gold plunged 2.6%, heading for its worst session since November.
Oil prices dropped more than 2% following speculation that OPEC+ may announce a new output hike as early as next month.
Meanwhile, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) held steady around $93,000.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Wednesday&#8217;s Performance In Major U.S. Indices, ETFs</h1>
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<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>18,732.09</td>
<td>+455.68</td>
<td>2.5%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>1,926.45</td>
<td>+37.40</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,384.67</td>
<td>+96.91</td>
<td>1.8%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>39,724.87</td>
<td>+537.89</td>
<td>1.4%</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 12:35 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rose 1.9% to $537.35.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) rose 1.4% to $397.79.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;rallied 2.7% to $456.50.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) soared 2.1% to $191.47.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Technology&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>) outperformed, up 3.44%; the&nbsp;Consumer Staples&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>) lagged, down 1.2%.</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Wednesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h1>
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<li>Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) jumped 6.6% despite falling short on both earnings and revenue expectations, as CEO Elon Musk reassured investors by pledging to scale back his involvement with DOGE and refocus on the company.</li>
</ul>
Other stocks reacting to earnings report included: 
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<li>Intuitive Surgical Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ISRG#NASDAQ">ISRG</a>): up 2.8%</li>
<li>Chubb Limited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CB#NYSE">CB</a>): down 2.6%</li>
<li>Capital One Financial Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>): up 4.6%</li>
<li>Steel Dynamics Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLD#NASDAQ">STLD</a>): up 4.7%</li>
<li>EQT Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQT#NYSE">EQT</a>): up 3%</li>
<li>Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PKG#NYSE">PKG</a>): down 1.7%</li>
<li>Baker Hughes Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKR#NASDAQ">BKR</a>): down 4.3%</li>
<li>Enphase Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>): down 14.4%​</li>
<li>Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMO#NYSE">TMO</a>): down 0.5%</li>
<li>Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PM#NYSE">PM</a>): up 2.6%</li>
<li>NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEE#NYSE">NEE</a>): up 1%</li>
<li>Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BSX#NYSE">BSX</a>): up 4.8%</li>
<li>General Dynamics Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>): down 3.4%</li>
<li>Boeing Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>): up 5.7%</li>
<li>Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>): up 1.4%</li>
<li>CME Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CME#NASDAQ">CME</a>): down 3.8%</li>
<li>TE Connectivity Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEL#NYSE">TEL</a>): up 2.7%</li>
<li>Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APH#NYSE">APH</a>): up 9.9%</li>
<li>AT&amp;T Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>): up 0.8%</li>
<li>Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ODFL#NASDAQ">ODFL</a>): up 1.3%</li>
<li>Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAB#NYSE">WAB</a>): up 7.2%</li>
<li>Masco Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAS#NYSE">MAS</a>): down 2.1%</li>
<li>Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVY#NYSE">AVY</a>): down 2.4%</li>
<li>Lennox International Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LII#NYSE">LII</a>): down 8.2%</li>
<li>GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEV#NYSE">GEV</a>): up 5.2%</li>
<li>Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDY#NYSE">TDY</a>): down 1.7%</li>
<li>Otis Worldwide Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OTIS#NYSE">OTIS</a>): down 6%​</li>
</ul>
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<li>Stocks slated to report earnings after the bell include Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>), O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORLY#NASDAQ">ORLY</a>), Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>), Molina Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MOH#NYSE">MOH</a>), Texas Instruments Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXN#NASDAQ">TXN</a>), FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FE#NYSE">FE</a>), ServiceNow, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NYSE">NOW</a>), Lam Research Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRCX#NASDAQ">LRCX</a>), Resmed Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RMD#NYSE">RMD</a>), Discover Financial Services (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFS#NYSE">DFS</a>), International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>), Newmont Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEM#NYSE">NEM</a>), Rollins Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROL#NYSE">ROL</a>), United Rentals Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/URI#NYSE">URI</a>), Tyler Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TYL#NYSE">TYL</a>), Edwards Lifesciences Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EW#NYSE">EW</a>), Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LVS#NYSE">LVS</a>), and Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>).</li>
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Stocks Surge On China Tariff Hopes, Tesla Jumps, Gold Loses Shine: What's Driving Markets Wednesday?

Norfolk Southern Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) reported first-quarter financial results before the market open on Wednesday. Here&#8217;s a rundown <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NSC">of the report</a>.
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<li>Q1 Revenue: $2.99 billion, versus <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings">estimates</a> of $2.98 billion</li>
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<li>Q1 Adjusted EPS: $2.69, versus estimates of $2.69</li>
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Railway operating revenues were down $11 million compared to the prior year&#8217;s quarter, while earnings jumped 8% despite weather-related disruptions. Excluding the impact of fuel surcharge revenue, railway operating revenues increased 2% year-over-year.
&#8220;The Thoroughbred team once again demonstrated tremendous resilience in the quarter, overcoming a disruptive winter storm season to deliver an improved operating ratio, earnings growth, and a consistent service experience for our customers,&#8221; said Mark George, president and CEO of Norfolk Southern.
&#8220;I&#8217;d like to thank our entire team of dedicated railroaders for their outstanding efforts to generate these results. Our service performance is increasing our customers&#8217; confidence in Norfolk Southern and allowing us to gain share.&#8221;
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44948499/boeing-stock-jumps-after-q1-2025-results-production-expansion-plans-for-737-and-787">Boeing Clocks 18% Q1 Topline Growth, Plans Production Expansion For 737 And 787</a>
Outlook: Norfolk Southern reiterated full-year 2025 revenue guidance of $12.49 billion versus estimates of $12.37 billion, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>. The company noted that it maintained its full-year outlook while recognizing macroeconomic &#8220;uncertainty.&#8221;
NSC Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/NSC">Norfolk Southern shares</a> were up 2.17% at $224.77 at the time of publication Wednesday, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Photo: <a href="https://www.shutterstock.com/g/Ian+Dewar+Photography">Ian Dewar Photography</a>/Shutterstock.

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Norfolk Southern Q1 Earnings: Revenue Beat, EPS In Line — Company Reiterates Guidance While Acknowledging Macroeconomic 'Uncertainty'

Norfolk Southern Affirms FY2025 Sales Guidance of $12.49B vs $12.37B Est

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<li>Building on operational momentum across the network- &gt;$150M of year-over-year productivity savings in 2025</li>
<li>3% revenue growth</li>
<li>150 bps of year-over-year Operating Ratio improvement</li>
<li>Focused on narrowing the OR gap to peers</li>
<li>Improving cash flow and shareholder returns-Capex expected to be ~$2.2B in 2025 and &nbsp;Continued execution of share repurchase plan</li>
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Norfolk Southern Reiterates Full-Year 2025 Guidance While Recognizing Macro-Economic Uncertainty

Norfolk Southern Q1 Adj. EPS $2.69, Inline, Sales $2.99B Beat $2.98B Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For April 23, 2025

Norfolk Southern (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 4.61% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.48%. Currently, Norfolk Southern has a market capitalization of $49.91 billion. 
Buying $100 In NSC: If an investor had bought $100 of NSC stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $1,042.32 today based on a price of $220.60 for NSC at the time of writing.
<h3>Norfolk Southern's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745361016_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much $100 Invested In Norfolk Southern 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

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Shares of companies in the broader industrial sector are trading higher following US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's reported remarks about trade de-escalation with China.

Norfolk Southern (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, 2025-04-23. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect Norfolk Southern to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.78.
The market awaits Norfolk Southern's announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.
It's important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.
<h3>Performance in Previous Earnings</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS beat by $0.10, leading to a 0.18% increase in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at Norfolk Southern's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>2.94</td>
<td>3.11</td>
<td>2.86</td>
<td>2.58</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>3.04</td>
<td>3.25</td>
<td>3.06</td>
<td>2.49</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>11.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
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<h3>Norfolk Southern Share Price Analysis</h3>
Shares of Norfolk Southern were trading at $218.94 as of April 21. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 7.0%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely upset going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Insights Shared by Analysts on Norfolk Southern</h3>
For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding Norfolk Southern.
The consensus rating for Norfolk Southern is Buy, based on 14 analyst ratings. With an average one-year price target of $272.86, there's a potential 24.63% upside.
<h3>Analyzing Analyst Ratings Among Peers</h3>
The following analysis focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of CSX, Old Dominion Freight Line and Grab Holdings, three prominent industry players, providing insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for CSX, with an average 1-year price target of $34.57, suggesting a potential 84.21% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Old Dominion Freight Line, with an average 1-year price target of $187.88, suggesting a potential 14.19% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Grab Holdings, with an average 1-year price target of $5.77, suggesting a potential 97.36% downside.</li>
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<h3>Key Findings: Peer Analysis Summary</h3>
The peer analysis summary provides a snapshot of key metrics for CSX, Old Dominion Freight Line and Grab Holdings, illuminating their respective standings within the industry. These metrics offer valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<td>Norfolk Southern</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>-1.59%</td>
<td>$1.17B</td>
<td>5.21%</td>
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<td>CSX</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>-7.01%</td>
<td>$1.04B</td>
<td>5.24%</td>
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<td>Old Dominion Freight Line</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-7.34%</td>
<td>$466.31M</td>
<td>6.25%</td>
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<td>Grab Holdings</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>17.00%</td>
<td>$332M</td>
<td>0.41%</td>
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Key Takeaway:
Norfolk Southern ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth among its peers. It is in the middle for Gross Profit. For Return on Equity, it is at the top.
<h3>About Norfolk Southern</h3>
Class-I railroad Norfolk Southern operates in the Eastern United States. On more than 20,000 miles of track, the rail hauls shipments of coal, intermodal traffic, and a diverse mix of automotive, agriculture, metal, chemical, and forest products.
<h3>Norfolk Southern: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Norfolk Southern's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 31 December, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -1.59%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Norfolk Southern's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 24.21%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Norfolk Southern's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 5.21% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Norfolk Southern's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.68%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Norfolk Southern's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 1.22, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NSC/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Norfolk Southern visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Exploring Norfolk Southern's Earnings Expectations

In the current market session, Norfolk Southern Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) price is at $219.84, after a 2.71% spike. However, over the past month, the stock fell by 5.14%, and in the past year, by 10.13%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is undervalued, even if the company is performing up to par in the current session. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745013621_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Norfolk Southern P/E Compared to Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 33.44 in the Ground Transportation industry, Norfolk Southern Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 18.5. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745013621_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

Intraday Update

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Price Over Earnings Overview: Norfolk Southern

Stifel analyst Benjamin Nolan maintains Norfolk Southern (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $265 to $247.

Stifel Maintains Hold on Norfolk Southern, Lowers Price Target to $247

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Shares of companies within the broader industrial sector are trading lower as stocks pull back after surging Wednesday following President Trump's tariff pause announcement.

Jefferies analyst Stephanie Moore maintains Norfolk Southern (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $285 to $260.

Jefferies Maintains Buy on Norfolk Southern, Lowers Price Target to $260

Citigroup analyst Ariel Rosa maintains Norfolk Southern (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $298 to $259.

Citigroup Maintains Buy on Norfolk Southern, Lowers Price Target to $259

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Norfolk Southern names Lori J. Ryerkerk to board of directors

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Norfolk Southern to present at J.P. Morgan Industrials Conference

Industry-first program cuts supply chain emissions for freight rail customers

Norfolk Southern to announce first quarter 2025 earnings results April 23, 2025

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Norfolk Southern reports first quarter 2025 results

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