NSC Norfolk Southern PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Norfolk Southern stock as of Dec 20, 2024 is 21.92. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $10.68 and the stock price of $234.15 per share. The P/E ratio has a decrease of 27% from the past four quarters average of 30.2.
NSC PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Norfolk Southern for the last ten years is 19.34. The current PE ratio of 21.92 is 13% above the historical average. Over the past ten years, NSC's PE ratio was at its highest in the Mar 2024 quarter at 40.91, when the stock price was $254.87 and the EPS was $6.23. The lowest value was in the Mar 2018 quarter, when it reached 7.06 with a price of $135.78 and an EPS of $19.22.
Norfolk Southern PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 102.2% in 2018
Maximum annual decrease: -59.56% in 2017
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 29.4 | 66.1% |
| 2022 | 17.7 | -27.7% |
| 2021 | 24.48 | -18.81% |
| 2020 | 30.15 | 60.29% |
| 2019 | 18.81 | 20.5% |
| 2018 | 15.61 | 102.2% |
| 2017 | 7.72 | -59.56% |
| 2016 | 19.09 | 15.77% |
| 2015 | 16.49 | -3.11% |
| 2014 | 17.02 | 11.83% |
NSC average PE ratio chart
Currently, NSC's PE ratio is above the 10-year historical average, but it is below the 3 and 5-year averages.
NSC PE vs peers
NSC's PE ratio is higher than its peer stocks UNP and CSX.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| CSX Csx Corp | 17.03 | $61.42B |
| UNP Union Pacific Corp | 20.76 | $137.21B |
| NSC Norfolk Southern Corp | 21.92 | $52.97B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Norfolk Southern's PE ratio?
NSC's price to earnings ratio is 21.92 as of Dec 20, 2024.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Norfolk Southern (NSC)?
The average PE ratio for NSC stock over the past 3 years is 23.11.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Norfolk Southern (NSC)?
The average PE ratio for NSC stock over the past 5 years is 23.3.
What is the highest PE ratio for NSC?
In the last ten years, the Mar 2024 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 40.91.
How does the current PE ratio for NSC compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of NSC is 13% higher than the 10-year historical average.
How is NSC's PE ratio calculated (Norfolk Southern PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the PE ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Dec 20, 2024), Norfolk Southern's stock price is $234.15. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $10.68. Therefore, Norfolk Southern's P/E ratio for today is 21.92. PE RATIO(21.92) = STOCK PRICE($234.15) / TTM EPS($10.68)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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