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Norfolk Southern Corporation  (NYSE: NSC)
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    Sector  Transportation    Industry Railroads
   Industry Railroads
   Sector  Transportation
 
Price: $217.8850 $-1.96 -0.889%
Day's High: $219.31 Week Perf: -1.59 %
Day's Low: $ 218.10 30 Day Perf: -6.7 %
Volume (M): 12 52 Wk High: $ 277.60
Volume (M$): $ 2,719 52 Wk Avg: $240.85
Open: $214.69 52 Wk Low: $201.63



 Market Capitalization (Millions $) 49,377
 Shares Outstanding (Millions) 227
 Employees 20,300
 Revenues (TTM) (Millions $) 12,123
 Net Income (TTM) (Millions $) 2,622
 Cash Flow (TTM) (Millions $) 73
 Capital Exp. (TTM) (Millions $) 4,024

Norfolk Southern Corporation
Norfolk Southern Corporation Overview

Incorporation and Merger History

Norfolk Southern Corporation, incorporated on July 23, 1980, under Virginia law, has a rich history in the railroad industry, particularly following its acquisition of two major railroads: Norfolk and Western Railway Company and Southern Railway Company. This acquisition was formalized on June 1, 1982, following an Agreement of Merger and Reorganization approved by the Interstate Commerce Commission (now the Surface Transportation Board).

Rail Network and Operations

Norfolk Southern operates an extensive rail network, approximately 21,500 miles in length, covering key regions in the United States, particularly in the Southeast, East, and Midwest, and extending into Canada (Ontario). The states serviced by Norfolk Southern include:

- Alabama
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maryland
- Michigan
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- New Jersey
- New York
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- Virginia
- West Virginia
- The District of Columbia

The company primarily transports a wide array of goods, including raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods. Through partnerships and interchange with other rail carriers, Norfolk Southern also connects with various markets across North America and facilitates the transport of overseas freight via several key Atlantic and Gulf Coast ports.

Key Ports and Freight Traffic

Norfolk Southern services multiple crucial ports:

- Atlantic Coast Ports:
- Norfolk, Virginia
- Morehead City, North Carolina
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Savannah and Brunswick, Georgia
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania/Camden, New Jersey
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Ports of New York/New Jersey

- Gulf Coast Ports:
- Mobile, Alabama
- New Orleans, Louisiana

The rail lines also reach major industrial and trading hubs, ensuring efficient freight traffic management among cities such as Chicago, Norfolk, Detroit, Atlanta, New York City, and many others.

Intermodal and Haulage Services

Norfolk Southern offers haulage arrangements with other railroads, allowing for single-line services to otherwise inaccessible markets. This includes services with:

- Florida East Coast Railway Company: To access southern and eastern Florida.
- Kansas City Southern Railway Company: For transcontinental intermodal transportation.

In addition, Norfolk Southern provides services into New England through partnerships with Canadian Pacific Railway and Guilford Transportation Industries, ensuring comprehensive coverage across its operational territories.

Industrial Connections and Freight Corridors

Norfolk Southerns extensive network reaches various individual industries, including electric generating facilities and distribution centers. Critical freight corridors that carry significant volumes of traffic consist of:

- New York City to Chicago (via Allentown and Pittsburgh)
- Chicago to Jacksonville (via Cincinnati, Chattanooga, and Atlanta)
- Appalachian coal regions to Norfolk, Virginia, and Sandusky, Ohio
- Cleveland to Kansas City
- Knoxville to Chattanooga

Moreover, major gateways for system traffic include Chicago, Memphis, New Orleans, and Kansas City.

Competitive Landscape

Norfolk Southern operates in a competitive environment characterized by multiple transport modes, including rail, water, and highways. The primary competitor for Norfolk Southern is the CSX system, with both companies covering overlapping territories. Additionally, Norfolk Southern competes against motor carriers, water carriers, and private carriage options, reflecting a landscape where cost considerations must be balanced with service reliability, inventory carrying costs, and the overall efficiency of logistics.

The rail industry is marked by a variety of operational challenges and opportunities, necessitating that Norfolk Southern remain responsive to market dynamics and the evolving needs of its clients. The companys strategic positioning, operational efficiency, and extensive service offerings underscore its role as a key player in the North American transportation sector.


   Company Address: 650 West Peachtree Street NW Atlanta, 30308 GA
   Company Phone Number: 667-3655   Stock Exchange / Ticker: NYSE NSC


Customers Net Income fell by NSC's Customers Net Profit Margin fell to

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5.78 %

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Business Update

Navigating Labor Agreements and Market Challenges BNSF and Norfolk Southerns Current Dynamics

Published Sat, Aug 31 2024 3:47 AM UTC

In a notable development within North America s freight transportation sector, BNSF Railway has successfully reached tentative, five-year collective bargaining agreements with two additional labor unions: The International Brotherhood of Boilermakers (IBB) and The National Conference of Firemen and Oilers (NCFO). This achievement comes on the heels of similar agreements conc...

Business Update

Navigating Negotiations and Market Trends BNSF and Norfolk Southern Chart a Course Forward

Published Fri, Aug 30 2024 1:47 PM UTC

In a significant development for labor relations in the railroad industry, BNSF Railway has reached tentative collective bargaining agreements with two additional labor unions, the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers (IBB) and the National Conference of Firemen and Oilers (NCFO). These agreements come as part of a broader negotiation strategy, following similar tentati...

Norfolk Southern Corp

Norfolk Southern Corp Sees 2.148% Increase Amid Q2 2024 Earnings Season


Norfolk Southern Corp Stock Highlights: A Mixed Bag in Q3 2024
In recent trading news, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) saw its stock price rise by 4.13%, marking an incremental yet significant gain for investors during the third quarter of 2024. This improvement, while certainly welcome, comes on the heels of a turbulent period for the company, which has faced a series of challenges that have impacted both its stock performance and public perception.


A Closer Look at Financial Performance
In the second quarter of 2024, Norfolk Southern posted an astonishing increase in profitability despite only a modest rise in revenue. The earnings per share (EPS) surged by an impressive 108.33%, reaching $3.25. However, revenue grew modestly by 2.148%, amounting to $3.04 billion, compared to the same period the previous year. When we look at quarterly comparisons, the top-line growth of 2.148% falls short of the 3.36% increase reported across the railroad sector for Q2 2023.

Stocks on the Move

Norfolk Southern Corp Derailment Investigations and Financial Woes Plague Shares As Safety Concerns Mount

Published Wed, Jul 3 2024 3:28 PM UTC

Norfolk Southern Corp Shares Struggle Amidst Derailment Investigations and Financial ChallengesNorfolk Southern Corp shares have experienced a downturn in the past week, performing worse than both its customers and competitors in the rail industry. Several recent events, including investigations into train derailments and financial challenges, have further contributed to the...

Stocks on the Move

NTSB Slams Norfolk Southern for Negligence Following Ohio Derailment

Published Wed, Jun 26 2024 10:33 AM UTC

Norfolk Southern, one of the leading freight giants, is facing severe criticism from regulators and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) for its mishandling of a February 2023 derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. The NTSB has accused the company of multiple wrongdoings, interfering with the investigation, and threatening the agency.The NTSB opened a meeting on Tues...







Norfolk Southern's Segments
Merchandise    61 % of total Revenue
Merchandise Agriculture forest and consumer products    20.45 % of total Revenue
Merchandise Chemicals    17.8 % of total Revenue
Merchandise Metals and construction    13.77 % of total Revenue
Merchandise Automotive    8.98 % of total Revenue
Intermodal    25.01 % of total Revenue
Coal    14 % of total Revenue





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