John Huffard Jr. Buys Norfolk Southern Shares

On June 30, 2026, John Huffard Jr., an insider at Norfolk Southern Corporation, purchased 169 shares of the company. The transaction was executed at an average price of $314.59 per share, amounting to a total value of $53,165. This move was not part of any pre-planned trading program.

Insider Buying and Selling at Norfolk Southern Corporation

Recent insider transactions at Norfolk Southern included John Huffard Jr.'s purchase of 169 shares on June 30, 2026. Additionally, on May 20, 2026, he acquired 23 shares at $315.38 and 13 shares at $311.84. Other insiders, such as Richard Anderson and Phillip Davidson, also made purchases on the same dates.

Other Institutional Activity in Norfolk Southern

Several institutional investors have adjusted their positions in Norfolk Southern. BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings by 370,317 shares, bringing its total to 15,276,111 shares valued at approximately $4.38 billion, marking a 2.5% increase. Vanguard Capital Management LLC opened a new position with 14,586,659 shares worth about $4.19 billion. Meanwhile, State Street Corp added 123,497 shares, ending with 9,834,046 shares valued at $2.82 billion, a 1.3% increase. Dodge & Cox, however, reduced its stake by 3,366,135 shares, now holding 6,257,750 shares valued at $1.80 billion, a 35% decrease.

Norfolk Southern Corporation Stock Down 9.8%

Shares of NYSE:NSC traded near $314.59 on Wednesday. Norfolk Southern Corporation has a market cap of $70.65 billion, with a P/E ratio of 26.53 and a forward P/E of 23.05. The stock has a beta of 1.272, indicating moderate volatility. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has ranged from $255.41 to $326.00, with a 50-day moving average of $311.33 and a 200-day moving average of $297.29.

Recent Earnings

Norfolk Southern reported revenue of $12.18 billion, with a slight growth of 0.2%. The company achieved a net margin of 21.9% and a return on equity of 17.6%. Earnings per share stood at $11.86. The next earnings release is scheduled for July 23, 2026.

Dividend

Norfolk Southern pays an annual dividend rate of $5.40, yielding 1.72%. The dividend payout ratio is 45.49%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On April 28, 2026, Baird maintained a 'hold' rating with a price target of $330. TD Cowen and Barclays both maintained 'buy' ratings with price targets of $337 and $360, respectively, on April 27, 2026. The consensus among 17 analysts is a 'hold', with a mean target price of $334.18.

About Norfolk Southern Corporation

Norfolk Southern Corporation is a major player in the rail transportation industry, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The company, led by CEO Mark R. George, employs around 19,300 people. It operates a vast network transporting a variety of goods, including agricultural products, chemicals, metals, and automotive parts. Norfolk Southern also manages an intermodal network, facilitating freight movement through several U.S. ports.

Bottom Line

John Huffard Jr.'s recent purchase of Norfolk Southern shares highlights ongoing insider interest in the company. With a robust market presence and a diverse range of transported goods, Norfolk Southern remains a key player in the rail industry. Investors should note that 13F filings and insider transactions are backward-looking and may not represent the current position.