In a bid to create America’s first transcontinental railroad, Union Pacific ((UNP) has announced an $85 billion cash-and-stock deal to acquire Norfolk Southern Corporation ((NSC). This marks the largest railroad merger in history and the biggest M&A transaction of 2025 to date (read: S&P 500's Record Streak Boosts High Beta, Momentum ETFs).This landmark Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger is poised to reshape U.S. freight rail by forming the first coast-to-coast operator. Investors could tap the opportune ...

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Core Viewpoint - Union Pacific announced a cash and stock deal to acquire Norfolk Southern for approximately $72 billion, aiming to create the first rail operator in the U.S. connecting the Pacific to the Atlantic, with a total route length exceeding 50,000 miles and covering 43 states [1] Group 1: Transaction Details - The acquisition, if approved, will be the largest merger in U.S. railroad history, expected to be completed by early 2027 [1] - The deal requires approval from the Surface Transportation Board (STB), and if denied, a breakup fee of $2.5 billion will be paid [1] Group 2: Strategic Implications - The merged network will provide east-west complementarity, covering major cities and industrial corridors across the U.S. [1] - Although the current administration may support the merger, the STB has historically been cautious in its approvals, indicating potential uncertainty for the transaction [1]

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What To Know About $85 Billion Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern Merger—And First Transcontinental Railroadhttps://t.co/3IxoIqhC1G https://t.co/HRYq9EW0qf ...

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern said on Tuesday that they have agreed to a merger to create a $200 billion rail giant based on their current market capitalizations. https://t.co/4AbARghOXM ...

Core Insights - Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) reported second-quarter 2025 earnings of $3.29 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.27 and reflecting a 7.5% year-over-year increase due to lower costs [1][9] - The company announced its acquisition by Union Pacific Corporation (UNP) at an enterprise value of $85 billion, which is expected to close by early 2027 [3][11] Financial Performance - Railway operating revenues for NSC were $3.11 billion, slightly below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.13 billion, but up 2.2% year over year, driven by a 3% increase in overall volumes [2] - Income from railway operations rose 4% year over year to $1.17 billion, while operating expenses increased by 1% to $1.9 billion, primarily due to a significant rise in mineral-related expenses [2] - Segmental performance showed merchandise revenues increased 4% year over year to $2 billion, while intermodal revenues remained flat at $743 million [4] Liquidity and Guidance - NSC ended the June quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $1.3 billion, down from $1.64 billion at the end of 2024, with long-term debt slightly decreasing to $16.5 billion [6] - For 2025, NSC revised its revenue growth expectation to 2-3% from a previous estimate of 3%, while productivity savings are now expected to exceed $175 million [7] Merger Details - Under the merger agreement, Norfolk Southern shareholders will receive a Union Pacific share and $88.82 in cash for each share, totaling an enterprise value of $85 billion [12] - The merger aims to create a transcontinental railroad spanning 50,000 route miles across 43 states, with the combined company headquartered in Omaha, NE [14] - The deal includes a $2.5 billion reverse termination fee and is expected to be accretive to Union Pacific's adjusted EPS in the second full year after closing [13]

Core Viewpoint - Union Pacific Railroad Company (UNP) confirmed the acquisition of Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC), aiming to create the first transcontinental railroad network in the United States [1] Group 1: Acquisition Details - The valuation for Norfolk Southern is set at $320 per share, with a total enterprise value of $85 billion [1] - The merger is expected to generate significant synergies, fundamentally altering the U.S. supply chain landscape [1] Group 2: Financial Impact - Annual synergy opportunities from the merger are projected to reach $2.75 billion [1]

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Uh let's uh get some more about the uh huge deal of course of the morning. Biggest in fact of all time. Union Pacific announcing in the rail industry. Union Pacific announcing it it will buy Norfolk Southern.It's a cash and stock deal worth about $72 billion at present. It will create the first coast to coast freight operator in the country and as I said uh ranks as the number one deal the rail industry has seen in terms of its size. Joining us now in a first on CNBC interview is Union Pacific CEO Jim Venna ...