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Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) Stock

Norfolk Southern Corporation Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC), a prominent company in the energy & transportation sector within the railroads, line-haul operating industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $266.57. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $200.40 and $274.43. This places the current price at 97.1% of its 52-week high and 33.0% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 176,894. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US6558441084.

52-Week High

$274.43

-2.86% from high

52-Week Low

$200.40

+33.02% from low

Avg Daily Volume

176,894

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

17.45

Near market average

Forward P/E

20.16

Earnings expected to decline

PEG Ratio

2.40

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

3.97

EV/EBITDA

11.46

EPS (TTM)

$14.66

Price to Sales

4.76

Beta

1.31

Similar volatility to market

How is NSC valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Norfolk Southern Corporation trades at a P/E ratio of 17.45, 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 20.16 is higher than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to decline over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.40 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is NSC's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.31, Norfolk Southern 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 3.97 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

27.40%

Operating Margin

32.80%

Return on Equity

24.50%

Return on Assets

6.74%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-0.40%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

1338.00%

How profitable and efficient is NSC's business model?
Norfolk Southern Corporation achieves a profit margin of 27.40%, meaning it retains $27.40 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 32.80% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 24.50% and ROA at 6.74%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are NSC's recent growth trends?
Norfolk Southern Corporation's revenue declined by 0.40% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings increased by 1338.00% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against RAILROADS, LINE-HAUL OPERATING industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$5.40

Dividend Yield

2.11%

Ex-Dividend Date

5/2/2025

Dividend Date

5/20/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from NSC?
Norfolk Southern Corporation offers a dividend yield of 2.11%, paying $5.40 per share annually. This above-average yield of 2-4% provides meaningful income while still allowing the company to reinvest for growth. It compares favorably to the S&P 500 average and offers competitive returns versus bonds in the current rate environment. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 5/2/2025.
How reliable is NSC's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Norfolk Southern Corporation pays $5.40 per share in dividends against earnings of $14.66 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 36.83%. 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 5/20/2025.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$57.67B

Shares Outstanding

225.44M

Book Value/Share

$64.37

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is NSC's market capitalization and position?
Norfolk Southern Corporation has a market capitalization of $57.67B, 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 225.44M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the RAILROADS, LINE-HAUL OPERATING industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does NSC's price compare to its book value?
Norfolk Southern Corporation's book value per share is $64.37, while the current stock price is $266.57, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 4.14. 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

$259.50

2.65% downside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

4

Buy

11

Hold

11

Sell

1

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for NSC?
27 analysts cover NSC with 56% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $259.50 implies -2.7% downside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on NSC?
Current analyst recommendations:4 Strong Buy, 11 Buy, 11 Hold, 1 Sell, 0The 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: Jul 1, 2025, 02:21 AM

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