Norfolk Southern Shares Fall 0.78% on DOJ Settlement Daily Volume Ranks 395th

On September 9, 2025, , . The stock faced regulatory scrutiny as the U.S. Justice Department announced a settlement requiring the railroad to prioritize passenger trains over freight on the Crescent Route. The agreement mandates operational changes, including supervisor approval for non-emergency deviations from this priority, employee training programs, and annual compliance certifications.

The settlement resolves allegations that NSC violated federal law by delaying Amtrak trains between New York City and New Orleans. As part of the resolution, the Justice Department dropped its lawsuit against the company. NSC will also collaborate with regulators to investigate causes of delays on the route. The company operates a 20,000-mile rail network across the Eastern U.S., transporting coal, , and other commodities, .

Financially, , . Its profitability metrics remain strong, , though liquidity ratios suggest room for improvement. Analysts note a moderate buy consensus, . , .

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