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Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) EV/Sales Ratio: 7.03x

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Is Norfolk Southern Corporation’s EV/Sales ratio high or low?

Norfolk Southern Corporation's EV/Sales ratio of 7.03x is 14% above its 5-year average of 6.15x, around the middle of its 5-year range (4.57x–8.23x).

As of Friday, June 12, 2026. 5.59% above its 12-month average of 6.66x.

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NSC EV/Sales Ratio Chart

NSC EV/Sales Ratio
7.03x+16.39% 1Y
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NSC Average EV/Sales Ratio Chart

NSC Current vs Average EV/Sales Ratio Chart

NSC EV/Sales Ratio Metrics

EV/SALES RATIO

7.03x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG TTM

6.66x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 3Y

5.97x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 5Y

6.15x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 10Y

5.69x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 15Y

4.83x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 20Y

4.33x

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+5.59%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+17.75%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+14.26%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+23.45%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+45.67%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+62.39%

NSC Competitors' EV/Sales Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPEV/SALES RATIOTTM3Y5Y
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)$69.72B7.03x6.66x5.97x6.15x
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW)$72.22B4.97x5.26x5.18x5.14x
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)$66.44B100.68x63.17x31.82x38.07x
Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX)$64.90B6.34x4.43x2.74x2.12x
Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)$77.05B4.85x5.01x4.36x4.09x
PACCAR Inc (PCAR)$60.57B2.55x2.13x1.89x1.78x
3M Company (MMM)$81.35B3.69x3.77x3.04x2.80x
Fastenal Company (FAST)$53.01B6.29x6.45x5.74x5.43x
AMETEK, Inc. (AME)$51.85B7.07x6.83x6.39x6.22x
Johnson Controls International plc (JCI)$87.86B3.97x3.65x2.77x2.51x

Understanding EV/Sales

Enterprise Value (EV) = Market Cap + Total Debt - Cash

Sales = Total Revenue (TTM)

EV/Sales is commonly used because:

  • It works for unprofitable companies where P/E doesn't apply
  • Revenue is harder to manipulate than earnings
  • It supports comparisons across companies at different profitability stages
  • It is frequently used for software and other revenue-growth-focused companies

Note: EV/Sales does not include margin, debt maturity, cash conversion, or growth durability by itself.

Norfolk Southern Corporation EV/Sales Ratio Formula & Definition

EV/Sales = Enterprise Value / Revenue (TTM)

Enterprise value to sales compares total company value to revenue, useful across capital structures and for unprofitable companies.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Norfolk Southern Corporation EV/Sales Ratio FAQ

What is the EV/Sales ratio for Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)?
The EV/Sales ratio for NSC stock is 7.03x.
Is Norfolk Southern Corporation's EV/Sales ratio high or low?
Norfolk Southern Corporation's EV/Sales ratio of 7.03x is 14% above its 5-year average of 6.15x, around the middle of its 5-year range (4.57x–8.23x).
What is the TTM average EV/Sales ratio for Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)?
The TTM average EV/Sales ratio for NSC stock is 6.66x.
What is the 3Y average EV/Sales ratio for Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)?
The 3Y average EV/Sales ratio for NSC stock is 5.97x.
What is the 5Y average EV/Sales ratio for Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)?
The 5Y average EV/Sales ratio for NSC stock is 6.15x.
What is the 10Y average EV/Sales ratio for Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)?
The 10Y average EV/Sales ratio for NSC stock is 5.69x.
What is the 15Y average EV/Sales ratio for Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)?
The 15Y average EV/Sales ratio for NSC stock is 4.83x.
What is the 20Y average EV/Sales ratio for Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)?
The 20Y average EV/Sales ratio for NSC stock is 4.33x.

Norfolk Southern Corporation EV/Sales Ratio History

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2026-06-117.03x
2026-06-107.00x
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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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