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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.

Corporate headquarters and Brosnan Forest lauded for sustainability ATLANTA , Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) announced Wednesday that it received two Sustainable Company Awards from Environmental Finance, a news and analysis service reporting on sustainable investment.

Norfolk Southern recognized for energy efficiency and nature-based initiatives

In this article, we will analyze Norfolk Southern's financial performance using what I call the "Buffett-metrics", revealing areas of strength and of concern. Railroads need to be assessed over long periods of time. In this article, we will look at Norfolk's financials since 2012. After an in-depth review, I explain the reasons why I upgrade my rating of the company.

Riding The Rails Of Profit: Norfolk Southern Enters Buy Territory

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$8 million investment and joint venture to enhance shipment transparency ATLANTA , Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) announced Wednesday an $8 million investment in DrayNow, Inc. and the formation of a joint venture to transform the intermodal capabilities of rail.

Norfolk Southern, DrayNow partner to improve customer experience

ATLANTA, Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is substantially complete with a root-cause analysis of the system outage that occurred on Monday.

Norfolk Southern provides technology outage update

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ATLANTA , Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) provided an update Monday on a technology outage that impacted rail operations: This morning, Norfolk Southern experienced a hardware-related technology outage that impacted rail operations. At this time, we have no indication that this was a cybersecurity incident.

System outage update

ATLANTA , Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) today announced that Chris Ceraso has been appointed Vice President Integrated Resource Planning, effective October 1. In this newly established role, Ceraso will be responsible for leading Norfolk Southern's integrated resource planning process.

Norfolk Southern appoints Chris Ceraso Vice President, Integrated Resource Planning

ATLANTA , Aug. 9, 2023  /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) President and Chief Executive Officer Alan H. Shaw and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Mark George will make a presentation at the Deutsche Bank 2023 Transportation Conference.

Norfolk Southern to present at Deutsche Bank 2023 Transportation Conference

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SAN FRANCISCO , July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Schubert Jonckheer & Kolbe LLP is investigating potential shareholder derivative claims on behalf of shareholders of Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC). On February 3, 2023, a Norfolk Southern train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, releasing toxins and other combustible liquids, which ultimately led to a controlled burn of toxic chemicals.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) Officers and Directors Face Shareholder Investigation for Potential Wrongdoing Related to the February 2023 East Palestine Train Derailment Which Has Resulted in $803 Million in Charges

The costs to Norfolk Southern from the February derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, are now approaching $1 billion, the company reported Thursday.

East Palestine train derailment has now cost Norfolk Southern $1 billion

Norfolk Southern's (NSC) Q2 results suffer due to cost and intermodal woes.

Norfolk Southern (NSC) Q2 Earnings & Revenues Lag, Stock Falls

Norfolk Southern Corp. booked a $416 million charge related to the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio during its second quarter results, taking the costs related to the incident to $803 million.

Norfolk Southern's East Palestine derailment costs hit $803 million

While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Norfolk Southern (NSC) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended June 2023, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

Norfolk Southern (NSC) Reports Q2 Earnings: What Key Metrics Have to Say

Norfolk Southern (NSC) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.95 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.15 per share. This compares to earnings of $3.45 per share a year ago.

Norfolk Southern (NSC) Lags Q2 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

Norfolk Southern Corp's second-quarter profit tumbled 55% after the U.S. railroad operator recorded a fresh $416 million charge associated with the Eastern Ohio freight train derailment.

Norfolk Southern's profit halves on new $416 million Ohio derailment charge

ATLANTA , July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) announced Thursday its second quarter 2023 financial results. For the quarter, income from railway operations was $576 million, and diluted earnings per share were $1.56.

Norfolk Southern reports second quarter 2023 results

New initiatives will enhance training program and focus on safety ATLANTA and INDEPENDENCE, Ohio , July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers — Transportation Division (SMART-TD) announced Wednesday that they are partnering to launch several new initiatives to further enhance the training program for conductor trainees and increase compensation for conductors who help provide this important training. "Ensuring that every conductor trainee receives proper training is the foundation of running a safe railroad," said Jeremy Ferguson, president of SMART-TD.

Norfolk Southern, SMART-TD collaborate to enhance conductor training and raise craft trainer pay

ATLANTA , July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) announced Thursday the addition of two new independent directors to its board of directors and a series of corporate governance updates. Board Appointments The company has appointed Admiral Philip Davidson, U.S. Navy (Ret.

Norfolk Southern announces board appointments

Thoroughbred Scholars program continues support of railroaders' children ATLANTA , July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 100 children of Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) employees will receive college scholarships through the Thoroughbred Scholars program, which launched in July 2022 . Each year, the program provides 100 scholarships for up to $10,000 over four years, along with three additional scholarships for distinguished students who will receive rewards of up to $40,000 over four years.

Norfolk Southern awards over 100 scholarships

Annual ESG report highlights commitment to the community of East Palestine, safety enhancements ATLANTA , July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Norfolk Southern Corporation  (NYSE: NSC) Wednesday released its annual Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) report, "Forging a Better Tomorrow," spanning 2022 and early 2023. The report highlights Norfolk Southern's long-term strategy to balance service, productivity and growth, initiatives to enhance rail safety, and the company's ongoing efforts in East Palestine, Ohio.

Norfolk Southern shares progress on environmental, social, and governance initiatives

Norfolk Southern has sued rail car owners over cleanup costs stemming from the February derailment of a Norfolk-operated train in East Palestine, Ohio, that caused a toxic chemical spill.

Norfolk Southern sues rail and chemical companies over East Palestine cleanup

ATLANTA , June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) will announce its second quarter financial results during a live conference call and internet webcast at 8:45 a.m. ET on Thursday, July 27, 2023.

Norfolk Southern to announce Q2 2023 earnings results on July 27, 2023

OMAHA, Neb. — Firefighters who responded to February's fiery train derailment in Ohio struggled to immediately identify the hazardous chemicals the train was hauling due to a lack of communication from the railroad, officials said Thursday.

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