Apr. 23 at 12:32 PM
$NSC
Norfolk Southern reported its Q1 2025 financial results, showing resilient performance despite weather challenges. The company achieved revenue of
$3.0 billion and railway operating income of
$1.1 billion. Excluding the Eastern Ohio incident, adjusted income from railway operations was
$961 million with an operating ratio of 67.9%.
Key highlights include:
Diluted EPS of
$3.31, with adjusted EPS of
$2.69 (up 8% year-over-year)
Operating ratio improved by 200 basis points to 67.9% (adjusted)
Railway operating revenues excluding fuel surcharge reached
$2.8 billion (up 2%)
Volume growth of 1% compared to Q1 2024
The company maintained its full-year guidance while acknowledging macro-economic uncertainty. Insurance recoveries related to the Eastern Ohio incident exceeded incremental costs in the quarter.
