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Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) Earnings Per Share (EPS): 11.87

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Is Norfolk Southern Corporation’s earnings per share (EPS) high or low?

Norfolk Southern Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) of 11.87 is in line with its 5-year average of 11.05, around the middle of its 5-year range (7.88–13.92).

As of Friday, June 12, 2026. 2.42% below its 12-month average of 12.16.

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NSC Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart

NSC Earnings Per Share (EPS)
12.75+10.10% 1Y
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NSC Average Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart

NSC Current vs Average Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart

NSC Earnings Per Share (EPS) Metrics

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)

11.87

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG TTM

12.16

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 3Y

11.57

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 5Y

11.05

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 10Y

10.56

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 15Y

8.98

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 20Y

7.70

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-2.42%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+2.57%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+7.37%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+12.42%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+32.18%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+54.24%

NSC Competitors' Earnings Per Share (EPS)

NAMEMARKET CAPEARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)TTM3Y5Y
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)$69.72B11.8712.1611.5711.05
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW)$72.22B10.7711.1310.469.51
Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX)$64.90B34.6621.7914.8611.25
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)$62.52B-0.33-0.38-0.35-0.30
Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)$77.05B4.333.763.973.83
PACCAR Inc (PCAR)$60.57B4.706.226.755.51
3M Company (MMM)$81.35B5.196.812.805.14
Fastenal Company (FAST)$53.01B1.141.051.020.93
Johnson Controls International plc (JCI)$87.86B5.592.582.522.21
CSX Corporation (CSX)$88.01B1.631.671.781.66

EPS Comparison

Trailing EPS (TTM)

$11.87

Forward EPS (Est.)

$13.53

P/E Ratio

26.2

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

Norfolk Southern Corporation 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

Norfolk Southern Corporation Earnings Per Share (EPS) FAQ

What is the earnings per share (EPS) for Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)?
The earnings per share (EPS) for NSC stock is 11.87.
Is Norfolk Southern Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) high or low?
Norfolk Southern Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) of 11.87 is in line with its 5-year average of 11.05, around the middle of its 5-year range (7.88–13.92).
What is the TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)?
The TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for NSC stock is 12.16.
What is the 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)?
The 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for NSC stock is 11.57.
What is the 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)?
The 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for NSC stock is 11.05.
What is the 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)?
The 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for NSC stock is 10.56.
What is the 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)?
The 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for NSC stock is 8.98.
What is the 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)?
The 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for NSC stock is 7.70.

Norfolk Southern Corporation Earnings Per Share (EPS) History

DATEEARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)
2025-12-3112.75
2024-12-3111.58
2023-12-318.04
2022-12-3113.92
2021-12-3112.16
2020-12-317.88
2019-12-3110.32
2018-12-319.94
2017-12-3118.76
2016-12-315.66
2015-12-315.13
2014-12-316.44
2013-12-316.10
2012-12-315.42
2011-12-315.52
2010-12-314.06
2009-12-312.79
2008-12-314.60
2007-12-313.74
2006-12-313.63
2005-12-313.17
2004-12-312.34
2003-12-311.37
2002-12-311.18
2001-12-310.97
2000-12-310.45
1999-12-310.63
1998-12-311.94
1997-12-311.91
1996-12-312.03

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About Norfolk Southern Corporation

Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC), operating through its various subsidiaries, is a prominent rail transport provider in the United States. The company's core business involves the conveyance of raw materials, semi-finished goods, and completed merchandise across the nation. Its extensive freight services cover a broad spectrum of commodities. This includes a variety of agricultural and forestry products like grains (e.g., soybeans, wheat, corn), fertilizers, animal feeds, and diverse foodstuffs such as oils, flour, sweeteners, beverages, and canned goods, alongside lumber and paper products. NSC also handles a wide range of chemicals, from sulfur and petroleum derivatives to chlorine compounds, plastics, industrial chemicals, and sand. Furthermore, the company moves metals and construction supplies, including steel, aluminum, heavy machinery, cement, aggregates, and specialized military equipment. Transportation of both finished motor vehicles and automotive components is a significant segment, as is the consistent shipment of coal. Beyond its principal freight operations, Norfolk Southern facilitates global trade by connecting with various Atlantic and Gulf Coast ports for overseas cargo. The corporation also manages an expansive intermodal network and offers commuter passenger rail services. As of the close of 2021, the company's vast railway infrastructure extended over roughly 19,300 route miles, serving 22 states and the District of Columbia. Norfolk Southern Corporation, originally incorporated in 1980, is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Atlanta, GA
19,600 employees
www.norfolksouthern.com
Industrials / Railroads
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Railroads
CEO
Mark R. George
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