Are You Looking for a Top Momentum Pick? Why CSX (CSX) is a Great Choice
Does CSX (CSX) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.
Zacks Investment Research7/8/2026Positive
CSX
CSX CorporationNASDAQINDUSTRIALSRAILROADS
Key Statistics
Market Cap
$90.47B
P/E Ratio
29.87
EPS
$1.63
Beta
1.21
52W High
$49.29
52W Low
$31.48
50-Day MA
$46.24
200-Day MA
$39.91
Dividend Yield
1.09%
Profit Margin
21.50%
Forward P/E
25.84
PEG Ratio
2.23
About CSX Corporation
CSX Corporation is an American holding company focused on rail transportation and real estate in North America, among other industries. Based in Richmond, Virginia, USA after the merger, in 2003 the CSX Corporation headquarters moved to Jacksonville, Florida.
Fundamentals
| Revenue (TTM) | $14.15B |
| Gross Profit (TTM) | $6.63B |
| EBITDA | $6.63B |
| Operating Margin | 36.20% |
| Return on Equity | 23.70% |
| Return on Assets | 7.08% |
| Revenue/Share (TTM) | $7.60 |
| Book Value | $7.31 |
| Price-to-Book | 6.69 |
| Price-to-Sales (TTM) | 6.39 |
| EV/Revenue | 7.71 |
| EV/EBITDA | 16.80 |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY) | 26.50% |
| Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY) | 1.70% |
| Shares Outstanding | $1.86B |
| Float | $1.85B |
| % Insiders | 0.22% |
| % Institutions | 81.91% |
Historical Volatility
HV 10-Day
18.58%
HV 20-Day
21.11%
HV 30-Day
21.63%
HV 60-Day
24.10%
HV Rank
44.8%
Volatility is currently contracting
Analyst Ratings
Consensus ($47.48 target)
4
Strong Buy11
Buy6
Hold1
Sell1
Strong SellLatest News
Has CSX (CSX) Outpaced Other Transportation Stocks This Year?
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Zacks Investment Research7/3/2026Positive
CSX Corp. Announces Date for Second Quarter Earnings Release and Earnings Call
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., June 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) will release first quarter financial and operating results after the market close on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
GlobeNewsWire6/22/2026Neutral
CSX Stock Up 45.5% Y/Y: Can the Momentum Last Throughout 2026?
CSX shares surge 45.5% in a year, supported by growth initiatives, stronger network performance and rising earnings estimates.
Zacks Investment Research6/17/2026Positive
Are Transportation Stocks Lagging CSX (CSX) This Year?
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Zacks Investment Research6/17/2026Negative
CSX (CSX) Upgraded to Buy: Here's Why
CSX (CSX) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.
Zacks Investment Research6/15/2026Positive
Should Investors Buy CSX Stock Despite Its Higher Valuation?
With CSX shares moving north, we assess the current positioning of the stock to determine if it's a good investment at this juncture.
Zacks Investment Research6/15/2026Positive
Anti-AI Investing: The HALO Moat Goes Off The Rails
North American railroads like UNP, NSC, CSX, CNI, and CP exhibit HALO traits: irreplaceable heavy assets, low obsolescence, and durable cash flows. Current railroad valuations are rich, with multiples well above historical averages, suggesting limited near-term upside for new investors. Greenbrier offers a contrarian opportunity: trading below normal multiples, with a $2.1B backlog and 2.9% yield despite near-term headwinds.
Seeking Alpha6/9/2026Negative
CSX Unveils Commemorative Locomotives Marking America's 250th Anniversary
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., June 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) today unveiled two commemorative locomotives celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States, highlighting the railroad's enduring role in building the nation's economy.
GlobeNewsWire6/8/2026Neutral
Is CSX (CSX) Stock Outpacing Its Transportation Peers This Year?
Here is how CSX (CSX) and EuroDry (EDRY) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
Zacks Investment Research6/1/2026Positive
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