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CSX Corporation (CSX)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/13/2025: CSX (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
27 Analysts rated it
Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.
1 Year Target Price $38.6
1 Year Target Price $38.6
| 11 | Strong Buy |
| 5 | Buy |
| 11 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -0.19% | Avg. Invested days 40 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 66.31B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 21.82 | 1Y Target Price 38.6 |
Price to earnings Ratio 21.82 | 1Y Target Price 38.6 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 27 | Beta 1.29 | 52 Weeks Range 26.01 - 37.10 | Updated Date 10/13/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 26.01 - 37.10 | Updated Date 10/13/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.41% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.63 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-10-16 | When After Market | Estimate 0.44 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 21.92% | Operating Margin (TTM) 36.09% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 7.25% | Return on Equity (TTM) 24.82% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 21.82 | Forward PE 18.59 | Enterprise Value 85569333387 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.68 |
Enterprise Value 85569333387 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.68 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 6.05 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.97 | Shares Outstanding 1864277014 | Shares Floating 1860101033 |
Shares Outstanding 1864277014 | Shares Floating 1860101033 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.25 | Percent Institutions 80.13 |
Upturn AI SWOT
CSX Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
CSX Corporation was formed in 1980 through the merger of Chessie System and Seaboard Coast Line Industries. It traces its roots back to the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad (B&O), founded in 1827, and has grown through acquisitions and expansions to become a leading freight transportation provider.
Core Business Areas
- Freight Rail Transportation: Provides rail transportation services for a diverse range of commodities, connecting customers to major markets across the eastern United States.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team is headed by the CEO. The organizational structure is hierarchical, with various departments responsible for operations, finance, marketing, and other key functions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Coal: Transportation of coal for power generation. Competitors include Norfolk Southern (NSC) and trucking companies. Market share varies depending on the region and customer contracts, but CSX is a significant player in coal transport.
- Intermodal: Transportation of goods via shipping containers and trailers. Competitors include Norfolk Southern (NSC), trucking companies, and other intermodal providers. CSX focuses on efficient intermodal transport, with market share again dependent on specific lanes and customer relationships.
- Automotive: Transportation of vehicles and parts. Competitors include Norfolk Southern (NSC) and trucking companies. Volume and prices are dependent on the business cycle and the demands of auto manufacturers in North America.
- Chemicals: Transporting a variety of chemicals, from industrial to agricultural. Competitors include Norfolk Southern (NSC). Demand for chemicals transportation is affected by changes in manufacturing activity and agriculture business cycle.
- Agricultural and Food Products: Transportation of agricultural goods. Competitors include Norfolk Southern (NSC). The overall demand depends on the domestic and international production.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The freight rail industry is characterized by high barriers to entry, capital intensity, and a duopoly in the eastern United States (CSX and Norfolk Southern). The industry is subject to economic cycles and regulatory oversight.
Positioning
CSX is one of the two major freight railroad networks in the Eastern United States. Its competitive advantages include its extensive network, operational efficiency initiatives, and focus on customer service.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The US Freight Rail transportation market size is expected to reach $94.25 billion in 2024. With a market share of ~25%, CSX Corporation is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this market. Source: Mordor Intelligence.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Extensive rail network in the eastern US
- Efficient operations
- Strong financial performance
- Focus on customer service
- Intermodal capabilities
Weaknesses
- Susceptibility to economic cycles
- Dependence on commodity prices
- Exposure to weather-related disruptions
- Labor relations
Opportunities
- Growth in intermodal transportation
- Expansion into new markets
- Technology advancements (e.g., automation)
- Increasing demand for sustainable transportation solutions
- Infrastructure investments
Threats
- Competition from trucking and other transportation modes
- Regulatory changes
- Economic downturns
- Rising fuel costs
- Cybersecurity risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Norfolk Southern (NSC)
- Union Pacific (UNP)
- BNSF Railway (BRK.A)
Competitive Landscape
CSX benefits from geographic advantages in the eastern United States, but it faces intense competition from other railroads and trucking companies. Its advantages include its intermodal hubs and network connectivity. Disadvantages include its sensitivity to economic cycles and commodity prices.
Major Acquisitions
Pan Am Railways
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 700
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded CSXu2019s reach into New England and strengthened its competitive position in the region.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical Growth is only for illustrative purposes. Consult financial data from CSX official website for the correct numerical information.
Future Projections: Future Projections are only for illustrative purposes. Consult financial data from CSX official website for the correct numerical information.
Recent Initiatives: CSX is focused on operational efficiency and cost control, expanding into faster-growing geographies in the Southeast, developing sustainable options and expanding its intermodal and automotive segments.
Summary
CSX Corporation is a major player in the freight rail industry, particularly in the eastern United States. Its extensive network and operational improvements have driven financial performance. The company faces challenges related to economic cycles and competition, but it is well-positioned to benefit from growth in intermodal and sustainable transportation. Management efforts to grow the business and reduce costs will define its growth trajectory.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data is subject to change. All financial values are only for illustrative purposes, consult official CSX reports and SEC reports for correct numerical data.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About CSX Corporation
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Jacksonville, FL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1980-11-03 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Stephen F. Angel | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Railroads | Full time employees 23500 | Website https://www.csx.com |
Full time employees 23500 | Website https://www.csx.com | ||
CSX Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides rail-based freight transportation services in the United States and Canada. It operates through two segments: rail and trucking. The company offers rail services; and transportation of intermodal containers and trailers, as well as other transportation services, such as rail-to-truck transfers and bulk commodity operations. It also transports chemicals, agricultural and food products, minerals, automotive, forest products, fertilizers, and metals and equipment; and coal, coke, and iron ore to electricity-generating power plants, steel manufacturers, and industrial plants, as well as exports coal to deep-water port facilities. In addition, the company provides intermodal services through a network of approximately 30 terminals transporting manufactured consumer goods in containers; and drayage services, including the pickup and delivery of intermodal shipments. It serves the automotive industry with distribution centers and storage locations, as well as connects non-rail served customers through transferring products, such as plastics and ethanol from rail to trucks. The company operates approximately 20,000 route mile rail network, which serves various population centers in 26 states east of the Mississippi River, the District of Columbia, and the Canadian provinces of Ontario and Quebec, as well as owns and leases approximately 3,500 locomotives. It serves production and distribution facilities through track connections. CSX Corporation was incorporated in 1978 and is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida.
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