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NSC P/E Ratio Analysis

25.3x

Updated 945h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current P/E ratio of 25.3x means investors are paying $25.30 for every $1.00 of the company’s earnings — a common measure of how expensive a stock is relative to its profitability.

Sector Performance

55th percentile

NSC

25.3x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

24.9x(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The current P/E ratio of 25.3x means investors are paying $25.30 for every $1.00 of the company’s earnings — a common measure of how expensive a stock is relative to its profitability.

This level sits slightly above the sector median of 24.4x, placing NSC in the 52nd percentile among its sector peers, meaning it is marginally more expensive than the typical peer. There is no year-over-year change available, but the ratio rose 1.5% quarter-over-quarter from 24.9x to 25.3x. The combination of a P/E just above the median and a small upward trend suggests the stock carries a moderate valuation with no clear mispricing signal — neither clearly cheap nor clearly overvalued. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the valuation is near the sector norm, offering neither a compelling bargain nor an obvious warning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about NSC?

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.

How is the P/E Ratio calculated?

P/E Ratio is calculated as: Price / EPS.

Who are NSC's closest peers by P/E Ratio?

The closest peers by P/E Ratio include: WELL (102.4x), IAC (104.9x), FORM (108.1x), MCHP (113.5x), MTSI (118.9x).

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The Formula

Price / EPS

Why It Matters

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.