Welcome to our dedicated page for Norfolk Southern news (Ticker: NSC), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Norfolk Southern stock.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) generates a steady flow of news as a major freight railroad operating a 22-state network in the transportation and warehousing sector. This news page aggregates coverage related to NSC, focusing on operational performance, strategic transactions, community impact, labor relations, and regulatory developments affecting the company.
Investors and observers can follow earnings announcements and related conference calls, which Norfolk Southern regularly discloses through press releases and Form 8-K filings. These updates include quarterly financial results, operating metrics, and commentary on productivity, safety, and fuel efficiency, along with non-GAAP measures that adjust for merger-related expenses, restructuring, and the effects of the Eastern Ohio incident.
Another key news theme is the proposed acquisition of Norfolk Southern by Union Pacific. News items cover the announcement of the Agreement and Plan of Merger, shareholder approvals, the joint application to the Surface Transportation Board to create a transcontinental railroad, and analyst calls reviewing the merger application. Related stories also address shareholder litigation and supplemental disclosures about the transaction.
Norfolk Southern news also highlights dividend declarations, reflecting a long history of consecutive quarterly dividend payments, as well as labor and workforce developments, such as the five-year collective bargaining agreement with the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen and broader job-protection commitments associated with the planned merger.
Community and philanthropy updates feature prominently, including reports that Norfolk Southern has surpassed $18 million in annual donations for several years, with grants and volunteer efforts across its 22-state network. Readers can use this page to review past announcements and monitor new releases that document how Norfolk Southern’s operations, strategic plans, and community initiatives evolve over time.
Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) and Norfolk Southern (NYSE: NSC) have confirmed they are in advanced discussions regarding a potential merger. The announcement represents a significant development in the U.S. railroad industry, potentially creating one of the largest rail transportation companies in North America.
Both companies have stated they will not provide additional comments or updates until required or deemed appropriate. The outcome and terms of the potential transaction remain uncertain at this stage.
Norfolk Southern (NYSE: NSC) has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.35 per share on its common stock. The dividend will be paid on August 20, 2025, to shareholders of record as of August 1, 2025.
This marks a significant milestone for Norfolk Southern, which has maintained an unbroken streak of 172 consecutive quarterly dividend payments since the company's formation in 1982.
Norfolk Southern (NYSE:NSC) has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings announcement for July 29, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. ET. The company will host a live conference call and webcast to discuss the financial results, which will be released before the call.
Investors can participate via teleconference at 1-800-836-8184 or through a live webcast available on the company's website. A replay of the broadcast will be accessible in the Investors section of Norfolk Southern's website following the live event.
Norfolk Southern (NYSE: NSC) announced that Executive Vice President and CFO Jason Zampi will participate in a fireside chat at the Wolfe Research 18th Annual Global Transportation & Industrials Conference. The presentation is scheduled for Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 11 a.m. ET and will be accessible via webcast. The presentation materials will be made available on Norfolk Southern's website in the Investors section at norfolksouthern.com.
Norfolk Southern (NYSE: NSC) reported its Q1 2025 financial results, showing resilient performance despite weather challenges. The company achieved revenue of $3.0 billion and railway operating income of $1.1 billion. Excluding the Eastern Ohio incident, adjusted income from railway operations was $961 million with an operating ratio of 67.9%.
Key highlights include:
- Diluted EPS of $3.31, with adjusted EPS of $2.69 (up 8% year-over-year)
- Operating ratio improved by 200 basis points to 67.9% (adjusted)
- Railway operating revenues excluding fuel surcharge reached $2.8 billion (up 2%)
- Volume growth of 1% compared to Q1 2024
The company maintained its full-year guidance while acknowledging macro-economic uncertainty. Insurance recoveries related to the Eastern Ohio incident exceeded incremental costs in the quarter.
Norfolk Southern (NYSE: NSC) has announced a quarterly dividend of $1.35 per share on its common stock. The dividend will be payable on May 20, 2025, to shareholders of record on May 2, 2025.
This announcement marks the company's 171st consecutive quarterly dividend payment since its formation in 1982, demonstrating a consistent track record of shareholder returns spanning over four decades.
The Port of Huntsville's International Intermodal Center (IIC) reports significant growth in cargo operations for 2024, achieving its best performance since 2008. Rail lifts increased by 22.3% to 33,745 in 2024, up from 27,597 in 2023. The facility reached a historic milestone of one million lifts on March 19, 2025.
The inland port, serving North Alabama and South Central Tennessee since 1986, features a five-mile rail spur connected to the Norfolk Southern Railroad mainline. The facility has invested $230 million in air freight infrastructure and $70 million in rail intermodal infrastructure, offering 436,000 square feet of air cargo warehouse space, including 35,000 square feet of cold storage.
The port serves over 400 companies, providing comprehensive intermodal services through air, rail, and highway transportation, with features including U.S. Customs onsite and Foreign Trade Zone No. 83.
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