Since my previous article, shares of Norfolk Southern have delivered 19% total returns. Volume growth and productivity gains should return the railroad operator to solid growth in 2025 and beyond. Norfolk Southern's debt-to-capitalization ratio meaningfully improved in 2024.
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Norfolk Southern has shown strong recovery post-derailment, with improved margins and profits, driven by cost savings and increased intermodal traffic. Q4 earnings highlighted a 7% improvement in operating expenses and an 11% increase in operating income, despite a 2% revenue decrease. The company is resuming share repurchases and maintaining a steady dividend, signaling confidence in future gr...
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ATLANTA , Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) President and CEO Mark George and Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Ed Elkins will participate in a fireside chat at the Barclays 42nd Annual Industrial Select Conference. Details on how to listen in to the discussion follow below.
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Higher prices will reduce demand for goods and cool the economy, which in turn impacts the transportation sector.
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