Prnewswire·2025-04-23 12:00Core Insights - Norfolk Southern Corporation reported a first quarter 2025 revenue of $3.0 billion, with an adjusted net income growth of 8% despite weather-related disruptions [1][7] - The company reiterated its full-year guidance while acknowledging macro-economic uncertainties [1] Financial Performance - Railway operating revenues were $3.0 billion, a decrease of $11 million compared to Q1 2024; excluding fuel surcharge revenue, revenues were $2.8 billion, an increase of $47 million or 2% year-over-year [7] - Income from railway operations was $1.1 billion, an increase of $933 million compared to Q1 2024; adjusted for the Eastern Ohio incident, it was $961 million, up $57 million or 6% [7][10] - The operating ratio improved to 61.7% from 92.9% in Q1 2024; adjusted for the Eastern Ohio incident, the operating ratio was 67.9%, representing a 200 basis points improvement from 69.9% in Q1 2024 [7][11] - Diluted earnings per share were $3.31, up from $0.23 in Q1 2024; adjusted for the Eastern Ohio incident, diluted EPS was $2.69, an increase of $0.20 or 8% [7][12] Operational Highlights - The company demonstrated resilience in overcoming a disruptive winter storm season, leading to improved operating ratios and earnings growth [3] - Norfolk Southern's service performance has increased customer confidence, allowing the company to gain market share [3] Company Overview - Norfolk Southern operates a 22-state freight transportation network and has been in operation since 1827, contributing to the U.S. economy by moving goods and materials [5] - The company helps customers avoid approximately 15 million tons of carbon emissions annually by utilizing rail transport [5]