AlphaStocks
5.2
Consider Buy

NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP (NSC)

Industrials / Rail Transportation

S&P 500

$313.54

Below average on several measures. Research carefully.

Consider Buy

Score based on 5 of 5 models — high confidence

#508out of 1126 in Industrials

Is NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP a Good Investment in 2026?

NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP (NSC) scores 5.2 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 below its estimated fair value of $325, suggesting potential upside. NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP ranks #508 out of 1126 stocks in the Industrials sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

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

Estimated Fair Value

$325.224% 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 4.1 · Stalwart

Greenblatt

Neutral

Bottom half (rank 63%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP (NSC) a good investment?
Based on AlphaStocks' composite analysis, NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP (NSC) scores 5.2 out of 10, earning a Consider Buy rating. This score is below average, suggesting caution. Trading near estimated fair value.
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 4% below its estimated fair value. Trading near estimated fair value.
How does NSC compare to other Industrials stocks?
NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP ranks #508 out of 1126 stocks in the Industrials sector, placing it in the top 45% 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 5.2/10.

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