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Dec 31, 2020

Norfolk Southern Q4 2020 Earnings Report

Norfolk Southern achieved a record low operating ratio in Q4 2020.

Key Takeaways

Norfolk Southern reported Q4 2020 net income of $671 million, with diluted earnings per share of $2.64. The operating ratio improved to a record quarterly low of 61.8%.

Net income for the fourth quarter was $671 million.

Diluted earnings per share for the fourth quarter were $2.64.

The operating ratio for the fourth quarter improved to an all-time quarterly record of 61.8%.

The company delivered record productivity levels during a year of market disruption.

Total Revenue
$2.57B
Previous year: $2.69B
-4.3%
EPS
$2.64
Previous year: $2.55
+3.5%
Gross Profit
$1.14B
Previous year: $1.09B
+4.1%
Cash and Equivalents
$1.12B
Previous year: $580M
+92.2%
Free Cash Flow
$429M
Previous year: $370M
+15.9%
Total Assets
$38B
Previous year: $37.9B
+0.1%

Norfolk Southern

Norfolk Southern

Forward Guidance

Norfolk Southern has set the stage to drive further efficiency and profitable growth in 2021 through our precision scheduled railroading operating plan, which will deliver long-term value for both our shareholders and customers