Norfolk Southern

Norfolk Southern

About Norfolk Southern

Simplify's Rating
Why Norfolk Southern is rated
D+
Rated D+ on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Rating Differentiation

Industries

Automotive & Transportation

Industrial & Manufacturing

AI & Machine Learning

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Norfolk, Virginia

Founded

1880

Overview

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What believers are saying

  • Increased investments in rail infrastructure and technology boost Norfolk Southern's operational efficiency.
  • Adoption of predictive maintenance technologies reduces downtime and maintenance costs for Norfolk Southern.
  • Growing emphasis on sustainability aligns with Norfolk Southern's long-term environmental goals.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging autonomous train technologies could impact Norfolk Southern's market share and efficiency.
  • Stricter environmental regulations may increase operational costs for Norfolk Southern.
  • Labor shortages in the rail industry could lead to operational delays and higher costs.

What makes Norfolk Southern unique

  • Norfolk Southern has a long history, established in 1827, enhancing its brand reputation.
  • The company has reached early collective agreements with major labor unions, ensuring workforce stability.
  • Norfolk Southern's leadership includes experienced executives like Lori J. Ryerkerk, enhancing strategic direction.

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Funding

Total Funding

$0

Below

Industry Average

Funded Over

1 Rounds

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Company News

MarketBeat
Feb 18th, 2025
Spinnaker Trust Invests $408,000 in Norfolk Southern Co. (NYSE:NSC)

Spinnaker Trust invests $408,000 in Norfolk Southern Co. (NYSE:NSC).

PR Newswire
Feb 13th, 2025
Norfolk Southern To Present At Barclays 42Nd Annual Industrial Select Conference

ATLANTA, Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) President and CEO Mark George and Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Ed Elkins will participate in a fireside chat at the Barclays 42nd Annual Industrial Select Conference. Details on how to listen in to the discussion follow below.What: Barclays 42nd Annual Industrial Select ConferenceWhen: Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025 at 10:25 a.m. ETWhere: Via WebcastThe presentation will be posted at www.norfolksouthern.com on the Investors page.About Norfolk SouthernSince 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy

PR Newswire
Jan 27th, 2025
Norfolk Southern Names Lori J. Ryerkerk To Board Of Directors

ATLANTA, Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) has appointed Lori J. Ryerkerk, former chairman, chief executive officer, and president of Celanese Corp., to the Board of Directors (the "Board"). Ryerkerk brings more than three decades of global leadership experience in the energy, manufacturing, and chemical industries. Her appointment expands the Board to 14 members

PR Newswire
Jan 2nd, 2025
Norfolk Southern To Announce Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Results Jan. 29

ATLANTA, Jan. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) will announce its fourth quarter 2024 financial results during a live conference call and internet webcast at 8:45 a.m. ET on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. Quarterly earnings results will be released in advance of the call and a press release will be posted on the Investors page of the company's website

FreightWaves
Dec 20th, 2024
Barr to VP investor relations for Norfolk Southern

Norfolk Southern Corp. has named Michael Barr as vice president of investor relations and treasurer.

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