CN Reports June Grain Movement
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CN (NYSE:CNI) reported a new monthly record for grain movement across its network in June 2026. The company moved 2.67 million metric tonnes (MMT) of grain from Western Canada, exceeding the prior June record of 2.64 MMT set in 2020.
CN attributes this performance to strong customer demand, collaboration across the grain supply chain and operational flexibility. Despite heavy rainfall in parts of Western Canada, CN maintained network fluidity, adjusted shipping plans and efficiently moved grain to export markets while focusing on safe, consistent and reliable service.
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Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25 | Rail lease agreement | Positive | +3.8% | Conditional long-term rail lease for PlasCred advanced recycling facility. |
| Jun 25 | Sustainability report | Positive | +3.8% | Release of 2025 sustainability data and multiple ESG recognitions. |
| Jun 05 | Transport agreement | Positive | +0.7% | Rail service agreement supporting BHP’s Jansen potash mine exports. |
| Jun 04 | Propane shipment record | Positive | +0.0% | New monthly record for propane export shipments to Watson Island. |
| Jun 03 | Conference appearance | Neutral | -1.5% | Executives scheduled to speak at Wells Fargo Industrials conference. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent business and operational announcements have mostly aligned with modestly positive share reactions, with one conference-related divergence.
Regulatory & Risk Context
Short positioning appears relatively low, suggesting limited short-squeeze potential and a lower likelihood of sharp moves driven primarily by short covering.
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MONTREAL, July 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) announced today that it established a new monthly record for grain movement across its network. In June, CN moved 2.67 million metric tonnes (MMT) of grain from Western Canada, surpassing the previous June record of 2.64 MMT set in June 2020.
This record performance reflects continued strong customer demand, close collaboration across the grain supply chain and CN’s operational flexibility across its network. Despite heavy rainfall that affected parts of Western Canada, CN worked with customers to adjust shipping plans and move grain from available locations, maintaining strong network fluidity and efficiently moving the grain to export markets.
As the growing season continues, CN remains focused on delivering safe, consistent and reliable service for producers, grain companies and supply chain partners.
About CN
CN powers the economy by safely transporting more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year for its customers. With its nearly 20,000-mile rail network and related transportation services, CN connects Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. Midwest and the U.S. Gulf Coast, contributing to sustainable trade and the prosperity of the communities in which it operates since 1919.
Contacts:
| Media | Investment Community |
| Ashley Michnowski | Jamie Lockwood |
| Senior Manager | Vice-President |
| Media Relations | Investor Relations and Special Projects |
| (438) 596-4329 media@cn.ca | (514) 399-0052 investor.relations@cn.ca |
