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CSX Corporation (CSX) Stock

CSX Corporation Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

CSX Corporation (CSX), a prominent company in the industrials sector within the railroads industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $35.64. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $26.01 and $37.19. This places the current price at 95.8% of its 52-week high and 37.0% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 8,398,079. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 64.96, suggesting neutral conditions. The stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average of $34.25 by 4.06%. Similarly, it is above its 200-day moving average of $31.92 by 11.65%. The MACD histogram is 0.31, indicating bullish momentum (MACD Line: 0.68, Signal Line: 0.37). The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US1264081035.

52-Week Range

$37.19 - $26.01

-4.17% from high · +37.02% from low

Avg Daily Volume

16,321,218

20-day average

100-day avg: 18,170,749

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

22.09

Near market average

Forward P/E

18.59

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

2.51

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

5.36

EV/EBITDA

12.97

EPS (TTM)

$1.63

Price to Sales

4.74

Beta

1.29

Similar volatility to market

How is CSX valued relative to its earnings and growth?
CSX Corporation trades at a P/E ratio of 22.09, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 18.59 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.51 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is CSX's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.29, CSX Corporation is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 5.36 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

21.90%

Operating Margin

36.10%

EBITDA

$6.64B

Return on Equity

24.80%

Return on Assets

7.25%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-3.40%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-10.20%

How profitable and efficient is CSX's business model?
CSX Corporation achieves a profit margin of 21.90%, meaning it retains $21.90 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 36.10% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 24.80% and ROA at 7.25%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are CSX's recent growth trends?
CSX Corporation's revenue declined by 3.40% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings decreased by 10.20% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against RAILROADS industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$0.50

Dividend Yield

1.41%

Ex-Dividend Date

Aug 29, 2025

Dividend Date

Sep 15, 2025

What dividend income can investors expect from CSX?
CSX Corporation offers a dividend yield of 1.41%, paying $0.50 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of Aug 29, 2025.
How reliable is CSX's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - CSX Corporation pays $0.50 per share in dividends against earnings of $1.63 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 30.67%. This balanced payout between 30-60% suggests a sustainable dividend policy that allows both shareholder returns and business reinvestment. The dividend appears well-covered by earnings. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Sep 15, 2025.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$67.1B

Revenue (TTM)

$14.15B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$7.44

Shares Outstanding

1.86B

Book Value/Share

$6.64

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is CSX's market capitalization and position?
CSX Corporation has a market capitalization of $67.1B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 1.86B shares outstanding, the company's ownership is widely distributed. As a participant in the RAILROADS industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does CSX's price compare to its book value?
CSX Corporation's book value per share is $6.64, while the current stock price is $35.64, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 5.37. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$38.44

7.86% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

4

Buy

15

Hold

8

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for CSX?
27 analysts cover CSX with 70% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The strong bullish consensus may already be priced in. The consensus target of $38.44 implies 7.9% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on CSX?
Current analyst recommendations:4 Strong Buy, 15 Buy, 8 Hold, 00The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Oct 6, 2025, 06:52 PM

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

64.96

Neutral

50-Day Moving Average

$34.25

4.06% above MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$31.92

11.65% above MA-200

MACD Line

0.68

MACD Signal

0.37

MACD Histogram

0.31

Bullish

What does CSX's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for CSX is currently 64.96, indicating the stock is showing bullish momentum (60-70 range). The stock has positive momentum without being extremely overbought. This zone often occurs during healthy uptrends where buyers remain in control. Combined with the price being above the 50-day moving average, this confirms bullish conditions.
How should traders interpret CSX's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at 0.68 above the signal line at 0.37, with histogram at 0.31. This bullish crossover suggests upward momentum is building. The 50-day MA ($34.25) is above the 200-day MA ($31.92), forming a golden cross pattern that typically signals a long-term uptrend. Price is currently above both MAs, confirming strength.

Indicators last updated: Oct 8, 2025, 12:42 AM

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