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Earnings Per Share (EPS): 5.51

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Is the earnings per share (EPS) high or low?

The earnings per share (EPS) of 5.51 is in line with its 5-year average of 5.85, around the middle of its 5-year range (3.93–7.39).

As of Sunday, June 28, 2026. 6.06% above its 12-month average of 5.20.

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EPS

CNI Earnings Per Share (EPS)

1.35

Reported quarterly EPS; no daily interpolation.

+14.84% 5Y

CNI Quarterly EPS Growth (YoY)

EPS growth vs the same quarter one year earlier, last 20 quarters.

CNI Earnings Per Share (EPS)

CNI Average Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart

CNI Earnings Per Share (EPS)

CNI Current vs Average Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart

CNI Earnings Per Share (EPS) Metrics

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)

5.51

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG TTM

5.20

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 3Y

6.05

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 5Y

5.85

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 10Y

5.13

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 15Y

4.93

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 20Y

4.27

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+6.06%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-8.99%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-5.85%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+7.48%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+11.76%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+29.12%

CNI Competitors' Earnings Per Share (EPS)

NAMEMARKET CAPEARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)TTM3Y5Y
Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)$73.13B5.515.206.055.85
TransDigm Group Incorporated (TDG)vs ›$74.09B32.0428.8523.2818.63
Bloom Energy Corporation (BE)vs ›$71.69B-0.04-0.25-0.90-1.00
FedEx Corporation (FDX)vs ›$76.00B18.3417.7617.1417.14
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)vs ›$70.26B11.8712.1611.5711.05
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW)vs ›$77.02B10.7711.1310.469.51
Cintas Corporation (CTAS)vs ›$68.78B4.744.173.653.22
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd. (CP)vs ›$77.88B3.523.033.013.03
Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)vs ›$80.37B4.333.763.973.83
Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX)vs ›$65.27B34.6621.7914.8611.25

EPS Comparison

Trailing EPS (TTM)

$5.51

Forward EPS (Est.)

$8.75

P/E Ratio

21.9

Formula: EPS = Net Income / Weighted Average Shares Outstanding

Why EPS matters:

  • Directly impacts stock valuation through P/E ratio
  • Used to calculate dividend coverage and payout ratios
  • Enables comparison across companies of different sizes
  • Growth in EPS often correlates with stock price appreciation

Earnings Per Share (EPS) Formula & Definition

EPS (Earnings Per Share) represents the portion of a company's profit allocated to each outstanding share. Higher EPS indicates greater profitability on a per-share basis.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Earnings Per Share (EPS) FAQ

What is the earnings per share (EPS) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
The earnings per share (EPS) for CNI stock is 5.51.
Is Canadian National Railway Company's earnings per share (EPS) high or low?
The earnings per share (EPS) of 5.51 is in line with its 5-year average of 5.85, around the middle of its 5-year range (3.93–7.39).
What is the TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
The TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for CNI stock is 5.20.
What is the 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
The 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for CNI stock is 6.05.
What is the 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
The 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for CNI stock is 5.85.
What is the 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
The 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for CNI stock is 5.13.
What is the 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
The 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for CNI stock is 4.93.
What is the 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
The 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for CNI stock is 4.27.

CNI Earnings Per Share (EPS) History

DATEEARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)
2025-12-315.51
2024-12-314.88
2023-12-316.44
2022-12-317.39
2021-12-316.97
2020-12-313.93
2019-12-314.50
2018-12-314.32
2017-12-315.78
2016-12-313.49
2015-12-313.19
2014-12-313.32
2013-12-312.92
2012-12-316.28
2011-12-315.41
2010-12-314.57
2009-12-311.88
2008-12-311.64
2007-12-314.29
2006-12-311.71
2005-12-311.21
2004-12-310.91
2003-12-310.69
2002-12-310.43
2001-12-310.57
2000-12-310.53
1999-12-310.44
1998-12-310.16
1997-12-310.64
1996-12-310.61

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About Canadian National Railway Company

Canadian National Railway Company (CNI), together with its subsidiary operations, functions as a key player in the railway and related logistics industry. The firm handles a wide array of freight, including petroleum products and chemicals, agricultural commodities such as grain and fertilizers, various minerals like coal and metals, timber and paper goods, intermodal containers, and finished automobiles. Its services cater to a broad base of clients, from international exporters and importers to retail chains, agricultural growers, and industrial manufacturers. CNI boasts a substantial rail infrastructure, with approximately 19,500 miles of track extending across both Canada and the United States. Additionally, the company provides diverse ancillary services, encompassing marine terminal management (vessels and docks), cargo transshipment and distribution, specialized automotive supply chain solutions, and comprehensive freight management and forwarding. Founded in 1919, Canadian National Railway Company is based in Montreal, Canada.

Montreal, QC
24,911 employees
www.cn.ca
Industrials / Railroads
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Railroads
CEO
Tracy A. Robinson
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