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5.3
Consider Buy

Norfolk Southern Corp (NSC)

As of Sep 19, 2026, Norfolk Southern Corp (NSC) scores 5.3/10 on AlphaStocks' five-model composite, #90 of 265 Industrials stocks. At $314, NSC trades 3% below its model fair value of $325.

Industrials / Rail Transportation

S&P 500

$314.02

Below average on several measures. Research carefully.

Consider Buy

Score based on 5 of 5 models — high confidence

Data as of Sep 19, 2026

#90out of 265 in Industrials

Is NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP a Good Investment in 2026?

NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP (NSC) scores 5.3 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Consider Buy rating. The Piotroski model rates NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP as Attractive (6/9). However, the Graham model rates it Caution — Significantly above fair value. NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP currently trades 3% below its estimated fair value of $325. NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP ranks #90 out of 265 stocks in the Industrials sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E24.6ROE18.7Market Cap71BDiv Yield1.6

Estimated Fair Value

$325.223% below

Trading near estimated fair value.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Attractive

6/9

Buffett

Attractive

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Caution

Significantly above fair value

Lynch

Neutral

PEG 4.2 · Stalwart

Greenblatt

Neutral

Earnings yield 4.9% · ROC 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP (NSC) a good investment?
As of Sep 19, 2026, Norfolk Southern Corp (NSC) scores 5.3/10 on AlphaStocks' five-model composite, #90 of 265 Industrials stocks. At $314, NSC trades 3% below its model fair value of $325. That score is below average, suggesting caution.
What is NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP's Piotroski F-Score?
NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP's Piotroski F-Score status is Attractive. The raw score is 6/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is NSC overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $325, NSC appears undervalued. The stock currently trades 3% below its estimated fair value. Trading near estimated fair value.
How does NSC compare to other Industrials stocks?
NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP ranks #90 out of 265 stocks in the Industrials sector, placing it in the top 34% of its sector by composite score. This is an above-average position relative to sector peers.
What do investment models say about NSC?
AlphaStocks evaluates NSC using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Attractive; Buffett: Attractive; Graham: Caution; Lynch: Neutral; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Neutral. These models are combined into a single composite score of 5.3/10.

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