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CN (NYSE: CNI) has achieved record-breaking grain transportation numbers in March 2025, moving 2.85 million metric tonnes of grain from Western Canada and 2.98 million metric tonnes nationally. This milestone follows challenges faced during January and February due to extreme cold weather that necessitated safety-related train length restrictions.
The achievement is attributed to strong collaboration with customers and the grain industry in recovering from winter weather disruptions. Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer Remi G. Lalonde emphasized the company's commitment to serving Canadian farmers and highlighted the importance of supply chain cooperation in achieving these record movements.
CN (NYSE: CNI) has announced it will release its first-quarter 2025 financial and operating results after market close on May 1, 2025. The company will hold a conference call at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on the same day, led by President and CEO Tracy Robinson, to discuss the results and the railway's outlook.
Interested parties can join via telephone using 1-800-715-9871 (Canada/U.S.) or 1-647-932-3411 (International) with passcode 3839820. A live webcast will be available through CN's Investors section website, with a replay accessible after the event.
CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) has announced that Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer Ghislain Houle will be presenting at the J.P. Morgan's 2025 Industrials Conference on March 12, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. ET. The presentation will be accessible through a live webcast on CN's website in the Investors section, with a replay available after the event.
CN (NYSE: CNI) and Iowa Northern Railway Company have officially merged their operations on March 1, 2025, following authorization from the U.S. Surface Transportation Board. The integration combines Iowa Northern's 175 route miles with CN's extensive 20,000-mile rail network.
The merger aims to enhance service delivery through single-line operations, connecting grain, fertilizer, renewable fuels, and industrial markets to CN's North American network. This strategic expansion represents CN's increased investment in the United States, focusing on strengthening rail service and promoting economic growth in Iowa and surrounding communities.
CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) has been recognized as one of the top sustainability performers in the transportation industry according to the 2025 S&P Global Yearbook, based on their performance in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment.
The company has received notable recognition from several prominent organizations in 2024, including CDP, Corporate Knights, MSCI, The Globe and Mail, and EcoVadis for their sustainability practices. Tracy Robinson, President and CEO, emphasized that these acknowledgments reflect CN's dedication to Delivering Responsibly, which encompasses safe operations, environmental responsibility, community building, and high governance standards.
Looking ahead, CN plans to release its biennial Delivering Responsibly Sustainability Report and annual Data Supplement Report in 2025, which will showcase key sustainability performance indicators.
CN (CNI) has announced that President and Chief Executive Officer Tracy Robinson will be speaking at the Barclays 2025 Industrial Select Conference on February 19, 2025, at 8:05 a.m. ET. The presentation will be accessible through a live webcast on CN's investor relations website, with a replay available after the event.
CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) has announced the filing of its 2024 Annual Financial Statements, accompanying Notes, Management's Discussion and Analysis, 2024 Annual Information Form, and Form 40-F with both Canadian and U.S. securities regulators. These documents are now accessible in the 'Investors' section of CN's website. Shareholders can request free printed copies of the Annual Financial Statements, Notes, and Management's Discussion and Analysis.
CN (NYSE: CNI) has announced two significant shareholder-friendly initiatives: a 5% dividend increase for 2025 and a new share repurchase program. The company's Board approved a new normal course issuer bid to purchase up to 20 million common shares (3.18% of outstanding shares) between February 4, 2025, and February 3, 2026.
The quarterly dividend will increase to C$0.8875 per share, payable March 31, 2025, marking CN's 29th consecutive dividend increase. Under the previous buyback program, CN has already repurchased 13.9 million shares at an average price of C$168.00, returning C$2,342 million to shareholders.
The new share repurchases will be conducted through various methods including discretionary transactions and automatic repurchase plans on both Toronto and New York stock exchanges. CN maintains its adjusted debt-to-adjusted EBITDA target of 2.5x.
CN (NYSE: CNI) reported its Q4 and full-year 2024 financial results, showing mixed performance. Q4 2024 saw a 3% decrease in revenues to C$4,358 million and a 10% decline in operating income to C$1,628 million compared to Q4 2023. The operating ratio increased by 3.3 points to 62.6%.
For full-year 2024, revenues increased 1% to C$17,046 million, while operating income decreased 5% to C$6,247 million. The company's ROIC declined to 12.9%, a decrease of 3.9 points.
Looking ahead, CN projects 10%-15% adjusted diluted EPS growth for 2025 and plans C$3.4 billion in capital investments. The Board approved a 5% increase in quarterly dividends and authorized a new share buyback program for up to 20 million common shares between February 2025 and February 2026.
CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) has announced it will release its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 financial and operating results after market close on January 30, 2025. The company will hold a conference call at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results and provide outlook insights.
The call will be led by Tracy Robinson, CN's President and Chief Executive Officer. Interested parties can participate via telephone using the following numbers: 1-800-715-9871 (Canada/U.S.) or 1-647-932-3411 (International), with passcode 1405609. A live webcast and supporting slides will be available through CN's Investors section website, with a replay available after the call.
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