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2 big rail unions oppose $85B Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger over safety and cost concerns

The proposed $85 billion merger of the Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern railroads has lost the support of two of their biggest unions that represent more than half the workers because they are worried the deal would increase safety risks, lead to higher shipping rates and consumer prices and cause…

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Railroads will be allowed to reduce inspections and rely more on technology to spot track problems

Railroads will be allowed to reduce inspections and rely more on technology to spot track problems

The nation’s freight railroads are going to be able to try relying more on technology and inspect their tracks less often after the federal government approved their waiver request on Friday

The Independent UK

Norfolk Southern Stock: Is NSC Outperforming the Industrial Sector?

Norfolk Southern Stock: Is NSC Outperforming the Industrial Sector?

While Norfolk Southern has outpaced the industrial sector over the past year, analysts are somewhat bullish on its future potential.

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Plan for $20 million firefighter training center near the site of Ohio derailment revived

Norfolk Southern railroad worked with the state of Ohio and Youngstown State University to revive plans for a $20 million first responder training center near the site of the worst derailment in a decade in East Palestine, Ohio

The Independent UK

Ken Griffin's Citadel Advisors Bumps Stake by Over 12,000% in Meta Platforms, Visa, Norfolk Southern in Q3

Ken Griffin's Citadel heavily boosted its holdings in the Magnificent 7 stocks in Q3, as industry experts say high AI investment is vital for the US to stay ahead globally.

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Shareholders of Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern support $85 billion rail merger

Shareholders of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern backed the railroads’ proposed $85 billion merger to create the nation’s first coast-to-coast rail network

The Independent UK

What to Expect From Norfolk Southern's Next Quarterly Earnings Report

Norfolk Southern is set to report its third-quarter results later this month, and analysts predict a single-digit drop in the company’s bottom-line figure.

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CSX railroad replaces CEO after investor pressure and poor performance as Union Pacific merger looms

CSX railroad replaces CEO after investor pressure and poor performance as Union Pacific merger looms

CSX railroad replaced its CEO less than two months after an investment fund urged it to either find another railroad to merge with to better compete with the proposed transcontinental Union Pacific railroad or fire outgoing CEO Joe Hinrichs

The Independent UK

Biggest rail union joins others in endorsing Union Pacific merger but some still have reservations

Biggest rail union joins others in endorsing Union Pacific merger but some still have reservations

The nation’s largest railroad union endorsed Union Pacific’s proposed $85 billion acquisition of Norfolk Southern Monday after securing promises to protect jobs

The Independent UK

Is Norfolk Southern Stock Underperforming the Dow?

Is Norfolk Southern Stock Underperforming the Dow?

While Norfolk Southern has underperformed the Dow over the past year, it has observed a notable upturn in recent months, and analysts remain optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

CSX railroad's merger prospects derail as BNSF and CPKC make clear they aren't interested in a deal

CSX railroad's merger prospects derail as BNSF and CPKC make clear they aren't interested in a deal

The prospects for additional consolidation in the rail industry derailed this week when both of CSX's potential partners said they weren't interested in a deal

The Independent UK

Greater risk of toxic derailments if $85bn railroad merger is approved, warn unions

Greater risk of toxic derailments if $85bn railroad merger is approved, warn unions

Workers sound alarm over proposed Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern deal and its risks to jobs, prices and power

The Guardian - US

Big railroads spurn system designed to improve safety

Big railroads spurn system designed to improve safety

Two and a half years after a train derailment in Ohio, major freight railroads have not joined a federal program aimed at reducing rail hazards

The Independent UK

Are Wall Street Analysts Bullish on Norfolk Southern Stock?

Are Wall Street Analysts Bullish on Norfolk Southern Stock?

Norfolk Southern stock has outperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts are cautiously bullish about its prospects.

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Union Pacific’s CEO started as a teen track worker—now he’s leading an $130 billion empire and says Gen Z interns need curiosity to be like him

Union Pacific CEO Jim Vena has climbed the railroad ranks since he was a teenager making mere dollars to maintain tracks to millions in the c-suite. He shares his advice for Gen Z.

Norfolk Southern Q2 Earnings: Revenue, EPS Beat Estimates, Company Flags 'Weaker' Revenue Early In Q3

Norfolk Southern Corp (NYSE:NSC) reported financial results for the second quarter ahead of the market open on Tuesday. Here’s a look at the key metrics from the quarter.

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The Independent UK

Union Pacific announces bid for Norfolk Southern to create transcontinental railroad

Union Pacific offers $20 billion cash and one share of its stock to buy Norfolk Southern Tuesday in a merger that could trigger the final wave of railroad mergers across the country

This Norfolk Southern Analyst Is No Longer Bullish; Here Are Top 5 Downgrades For Friday

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our analyst ratings page.

Union Pacific Sticks To Annual Outlook, Confirms Merger Talks With Norfolk Southern

Union Pacific Corp. (NYSE:UNP) on Thursday reported better-than-expected second-quarter 2025 earnings and revenue, driven by volume growth, core pricing gains, and record operational productivity.

The Independent UK

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern confirm merger talks to create coast to coast railroad

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern are confirming they're in merger talks that would create North America’s largest railroad, stretching service from East to West Coasts

Is Warren Buffett's $347 Billion Cash Buying Railroads? Here's What The Oracle Of Omaha Said

Legendary investor Warren Buffett and his conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE:BRK)(NYSE:BRK) have made more than 50 acquisitions since 1970. A new report suggests that an acquisition in the railroad sector could be on the horizon for Buffett and Berkshire.

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The Independent UK

Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern discuss merger to create transcontinental railroad, AP source says

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern are in merger talks to create the largest railroad in North America that would connect the East and West Coasts

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