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Norfolk Southern

Norfolk Southern Corp. is a transportation company, which owns a freight railroad. It engages in the rail transportation of raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods primarily in the Southeast, East, and Midwest and, via interchange with rail carriers to and from the rest of the United States. The company transports overseas freight through several Atlantic and Gulf Coast ports. It offers an extensive intermodal network in the eastern half of the United States and is a transporter of coal, automotive, and industrial products. The company's services include property leases and sales, wire line or pipeline and fiber optics projects, access property, managing private crossings, promoting businesses with signboards, and natural resource management. Norfolk Southern was founded on July 23, 1980, and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

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Norfolk Southern posts robust Q4 results amidst operational enhancements

Norfolk Southern (NSC) delivered strong financial results in Q4 2022, focusing on operational efficiency, service enhancements, and strategic growth initiatives.
Despite challenges such as macroeconomic uncertainties and service-related costs, NSC remains optimistic, aiming to capitalize on opportunities in market share expansion and network resiliency.
The company's performance, strengths, and proactive approach to challenges position it well for continued growth and competitiveness in the rail industry.

Norfolk Southern prioritizes safety and resilience amidst operational challenges

Norfolk Southern is prioritizing safety enhancements, cost-effective measures, and workforce optimization to improve service quality. The company's strategy focuses on resilient service, supporting highway to rail conversions, and investing in employee training. Despite challenges, Norfolk Southern remains committed to competitive margins, revenue growth, EPS, and ROIC.

Norfolk Southern reports Q2 revenue decline, focuses on recovery

Norfolk Southern (NSC) faced revenue declines and operational challenges in Q2 2023, impacted by the Eastern Ohio derailment and market headwinds.
Despite challenges, the company remains committed to safety, recovery, and long-term value creation, focusing on efficiency and service excellence.
Opportunities for OR improvement, cost management, and service enhancements provide a path for Norfolk Southern (NSC) to navigate challenges and drive future growth.

Norfolk Southern (NSC) reports Q3 improvements amidst cost pressures

Norfolk Southern (NSC) navigated challenges in Q3 with a focus on resilience and operational excellence. Despite cost pressures, the company saw improvements in service, volume, and safety performance. With a strategic focus on industry competitive margins and growth opportunities, Norfolk Southern is investing in service enhancements and productivity to drive future success.

Norfolk Southern (NSC) reports safety improvements and growth strategies

Norfolk Southern (NSC) navigated challenges in 2023 with a focus on safety, service improvements, and sustainable growth strategies. Despite cost impacts and margin challenges, the company remains optimistic about modest volume growth and revenue enhancement opportunities in 2024.

Norfolk Southern prioritizes productivity and efficiency for industry competitiveness

Norfolk Southern (NSC) focused on productivity and efficiency to achieve industry competitive margins in Q1 2024.
Operational changes led by new COO John Orr emphasized safety, productivity, and network optimization efforts.
Challenges in revenue declines and market outlook were addressed, with opportunities for growth through operational enhancements.
Confidence in achieving operational targets and reducing headcount through productivity initiatives was expressed.
Balanced strategy focusing on service, productivity, and growth to drive transformational journey.
Customer service improvements and changes underway were well-received, with a focus on velocity and reliability.

Norfolk Southern reports solid Q2 earnings amidst coal market challenges

Norfolk Southern's Q2 2024 performance showcased financial strength, operational improvements, and a focus on safety and productivity. While facing challenges in the coal market, the company remains committed to its strategy and delivering results. Opportunities for growth through partnerships and operational enhancements position Norfolk Southern for long-term success.

Norfolk Southern reports robust Q3 earnings amidst market challenges

Norfolk Southern (NSC) delivered strong financial results with revenue and earnings growth, driven by volume increases and cost management initiatives.
The company's emphasis on safety, productivity, and cost reductions underscores its commitment to operational excellence and sustainable growth.
While facing challenges from market uncertainties and external impacts, Norfolk Southern remains focused on enhancing operational efficiency and seizing growth opportunities.

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Norfolk Southern Corp. is a transportation company, which engages in the rail transportation of raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods. The company also transports overseas freight through several Atlantic and Gulf Coast ports. Its services include property leases and sales, wire line or pipeline and fiber optics projects, access property, managing private crossings, promoting businesses with signboards, and natural resource management. The company was founded on July 23, 1980 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

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Norfolk Southern, one of the largest railroad companies in the eastern United States, has seen its stock rally an oversize 62% from sub $120 levels on Mar 23 (the recent bottom made by the markets) to over $190 currently. This significantly outperformed the broader markets, which grew 44%.

After A Massive 60% Rise Since March Lows, Has Norfolk Southern Stock Run Its Course?

John Scheib resigns as executive vice president and chief strategy officer of Norfolk Southern (NSC). The company announces other changes amid coronavirus woes.

Norfolk Southern Unveils Restructuring Amid Coronavirus Woes

Norfolk Southern (NYSE: NSC) has restructured some of its departments amid the departure of Chief Strategy Officer John Scheib on June 1.

Norfolk Southern Shuffles Departments

NORFOLK, Va., June 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) today announced that John Scheib is stepping down as executive vice president and chief strategy officer, effective June 1. In conjunction with this change, the company also announced several...

Norfolk Southern announces leadership and organizational changes

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Norfolk Southern (NSC) faces softness in volumes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, its efforts to curb costs bode well.

Norfolk Southern Hurt By Low Volumes Amid Coronavirus Woes

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Why Is Norfolk Southern (NSC) Up 5.4% Since Last Earnings Report?

Shares of Norfolk Southern Corp. NSC, -3.97% dropped 4.0% in afternoon trading Friday, to lead the Dow Jones Transportation Average's DJT, -0.98% losers, after the railroad company's downbeat outlook for volumes amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Norfolk Southern's stock falls to lead the Dow transports' losers after downbeat volumes outlook

NORFOLK, Va., May 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) (the "Company") today announced the pricing of its offers (the "Exchange Offers") to certain eligible holders to exchange outstanding debt securities listed in the table below (together, the "Existing...

Norfolk Southern announces pricing of previously announced exchange offers, interest rate for new notes and acceptance of tendered notes

NORFOLK, Va., May 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) (the "Company") today announced the expiration of the early exchange period in connection with its offers (the "Exchange Offers") to certain eligible holders to exchange outstanding debt securities listed...

Norfolk Southern announces expiration of early exchange period of previously announced exchange offers

Norfolk Southern’s Intermodal Freight segment, which refers to the shipment of containers that can be moved from one form of transport to another, has seen revenues grow from $2.5 billion in 2017 to $2.8 billion in 2019. Why is this important?

Norfolk Southern’s Intermodal Segment Growth 21x Faster Than Peers

Norfolk Southern Corporation's (NSC) CEO Jim Squires on Q1 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) expects some of the cost cuts it made in response to the pandemic-induced rail volume decline to be permanent, its executives said during the eastern U.S.

Norfolk Southern Anticipates Some Cost Cuts As Permanent

Although Norfolk Southern's (NSC) Q1 earnings improved year over year, low volumes owing to the coronavirus pandemic and other factors weighed on revenues.

Norfolk Southern (NSC) Q1 Earnings Beat, Revenues Fall Y/Y

The costs associated with Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) actions to divest a portion of its locomotive fleet resulted in lower net profits for the company in the first quarter.

Locomotive Costs Dent Norfolk Southern's First-Quarter Profits

Lower freight volumes stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic are likely to get reflected in Norfolk Southern's (NSC) first-quarter 2020 results

Norfolk Southern (NSC) to Post Q1 Earnings: What's in Store?

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Despite around a 22% decline in Norfolk Southern’s (NYSE: NSC) stock since the beginning of the year, at the current price of around $150, we believe that Norfolk Southern’s stock could see a significant downside.

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Norfolk Southern (NSC) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

Earnings Preview: Norfolk Southern (NSC) Q1 Earnings Expected to Decline

Norfolk Southern Corp. NSC, -2.04% disclosed Thursday that it will record a first-quarter charge of $385 million, related to the disposal of about 300 locomotives and the designation of 400 others as held for sale.

Norfolk Southern to record charge as it disposes of 300 locomotives, holds 400 others for sale

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The coronavirus pandemic could impact the financial results of Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC), although the magnitude of COVID-19's effects on the railroad's operations remains to be seen, the railroad said in a Thursday filing to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Norfolk Southern Cautions Feds About Coronavirus Risks

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