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Jun 30, 2021

Norfolk Southern Q2 2021 Earnings Report

Norfolk Southern achieved record low operating ratio and reported record second-quarter net income and diluted earnings per share.

Key Takeaways

Norfolk Southern reported strong second-quarter 2021 financial results, including record net income and diluted earnings per share. The company achieved an all-time quarterly record for operating ratio and income from railway operations. Revenue and volume increased significantly compared to the previous year.

Second-quarter net income reached $819 million.

Diluted earnings per share were $3.28.

The operating ratio improved to 58.3%.

Revenue increased by 34% and volume increased by 25% compared to the previous year.

Total Revenue
$2.8B
Previous year: $2.09B
+34.2%
EPS
$3.28
Previous year: $1.53
+114.4%
Gross Profit
$1.2B
Previous year: $699M
+72.1%
Cash and Equivalents
$1.67B
Previous year: $1.14B
+46.1%
Free Cash Flow
$720M
Previous year: $434M
+65.9%
Total Assets
$38.8B
Previous year: $38B
+2.1%

Norfolk Southern

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Forward Guidance

The company will build upon its success in the creation of long-term, sustainable value for its customers and shareholders.