CSX price target lowered to $53 from $56 at Raymond James
Raymond James analyst Patrick Tyler Brown lowered the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $53 from $56 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. Truckload fundamentals are improving,…
Fiscal Year: January - December
CSX Corporation (CSX), listed on the NASDAQ, has a market capitalization of $88.69B. As of Oct 20, 2026, the stock is trading at $47.88 per share@else an unavailable price , offering investors a clear view of its current market value. CSX Corporation is a prominent player in the industry sector, attracting both institutional and retail investors due to its performance and potential.
With a P/E ratio of 27.68, investors can assess the stock's valuation in comparison to its earnings. A P/E ratio is a crucial indicator for value investors, showing whether the stock is over or undervalued relative to its current earnings. CSX Corporation also offers a dividend yield of 1.17%, making it an attractive option for income-focused investors who seek regular dividends.
Our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis reveals that CSX Corporation (CSX) has a DCF fair value that is only shown to premium members. To see it, please Login or Upgrade for access.
The proprietary SS Score for CSX Corporation is a unique metric that analyzes the company's financial health and growth potential. The score takes into account critical factors such as revenue growth, net income, free cash flow (FCF) compound annual growth rate (CAGR), the trend of shares outstanding, and the debt-to-FCF ratio. This helps investors to make a more informed decision, as an undervalued stock might still have poor financial fundamentals.
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The Price to Free Cash Flow (P/FCF) ratio for CSX Corporation is 31.72, offering insights into how much investors are paying for the company's free cash flow. A lower P/FCF ratio typically suggests that the stock is undervalued, while a higher ratio may indicate overvaluation.
In summary, CSX Corporation (CSX) has shown consistent financial performance, as illustrated by the financial charts above, which track its revenue growth, net income, free cash flow, and shares outstanding over the past several years. These metrics provide investors with key insights into the company's past and projected future performance. Investors should use the SS Score alongside the DCF Fair Value to make better-informed decisions about whether to buy or hold the stock.
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Whether CSX Corporation (CSX) is a good stock to buy depends on various factors, including its financial health, market conditions, and your investment strategy. It is important to assess the SS Score and review the company's fundamentals before making any investment decisions.
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CSX Corporation is a significant player in the industry sector, with a market capitalization of $88.69B and a competitive P/E ratio of 27.68. Investors should compare these metrics with industry peers to gauge whether CSX Corporation is outperforming or underperforming within its sector.
Raymond James analyst Patrick Tyler Brown lowered the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $53 from $56 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. Truckload fundamentals are improving,…
CSX (CSX) announced that Mike Cory, executive vice president and chief operating officer, is retiring from the company. Mike will work with the entire leadership team to ensure a smooth…
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) announced that the Company's Board of Directors approved a $0.14 per share quarterly dividend on the Company's common stoc...
Citi lowered the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $53 from $54 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The firm adjusted targets in the transportation group as…
JPMorgan lowered the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $57 from $58 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm updated estimates and price targets in the…
Susquehanna lowered the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $55 from $59 and keeps a Positive rating on the shares. The firm says it remains impressed by rail volume…
RBC Capital lowered the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $53 from $54 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares as part of a broader research note previewing…
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) will release third quarter financial and operating results after the market close on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026. This will ...
BofA analyst Ken Hoexter lowered the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $55 from $56 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The company’s Q3-to-date carload volumes are…
BofA lowered the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $55 from $56 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm lowered its Q3 EPS estimate 3% to…
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Aug. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) today announced the recipients of its 32nd annual Chemical Safety Excellence Awards, recognizing 55 customers for outstand...
Argus raised the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $56 from $52 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The company had a strong Q2 with double-digit growth…
CSX Corporation (CSX) shares gain 1,220% since 2008.
Deutsche Bank raised the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $59 from $48 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.
Citi raised the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $54 from $53 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares.
RBC Capital analyst Walter Spracklin raised the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $54 from $51 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. The company’s Q2 results kept…
JPMorgan analyst Brian Ossenbeck raised the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $58 from $56 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares.
TD Cowen raised the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $54 from $46 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm said CSX delivered a Q2 beat…
BMO Capital raised the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $52 from $49 and keeps a Market Perform rating on the shares. The company reported stronger-than-expected Q2 results, driven…
Evercore ISI raised the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $51 from $47 and keeps an In Line rating on the shares.
BofA analyst Ken Hoexter raised the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $56 from $53 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. CSX increased its FY26 targets and…
Barclays raised the firm’s price target on CSX (CSX) to $60 from $55 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm says the company’s “solid” Q2 results combined…
The railroad operator's revenue rose 10%, driven by increased fuel surcharge revenue paired with higher volume and pricing across merchandise, intermodal and coal.
U.S. railroad operator CSX on Wednesday reported a rise in second-quarter profit and revenue, as strong intermodal shipments and higher pricing helped offset a challenging freight environment.
Projected from reported cash flow (SEC filings). The starting point is the latest yearly revenue times the median free cash flow margin of the last five years. Years 1 to 5 grow at the revenue growth rate of the last five years (between -5% and 15%), and years 6 to 10 slow down to the 2.5% perpetual growth rate. These are Studying Stocks' own estimates, not analyst forecasts, and are intended for educational purposes only as a baseline for the analysis.
| Year | FCF Estimate | % | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3.32B | 5.89% | Projected |
| 2027 | 3.51B | 5.89% | Projected |
| 2028 | 3.72B | 5.89% | Projected |
| 2029 | 3.94B | 5.89% | Projected |
| 2030 | 4.17B | 5.89% | Projected |
| 2031 | 4.39B | 5.22% | Projected |
| 2032 | 4.59B | 4.54% | Projected |
| 2033 | 4.76B | 3.86% | Projected |
| 2034 | 4.91B | 3.18% | Projected |
| 2035 | 5.04B | 2.50% | Projected |
Below are the FCF estimates with the discount factor and the calculated present value with the terminal value that led the results above.
| Year | FCF | Discount Factor | PV of Future FCF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024A | 2.72B | 1.00 | 2.72B |
| 2025A | 1.71B | 1.00 | 1.71B |
| 2026E | 3.32B | 1.09 | Login |
| 2027E | 3.51B | 1.19 | Login |
| 2028E | 3.72B | 1.29 | Login |
| 2029E | 3.94B | 1.40 | Login |
| 2030E | 4.17B | 1.53 | Login |
| 2031E | 4.39B | 1.67 | Login |
| 2032E | 4.59B | 1.81 | Login |
| 2033E | 4.76B | 1.97 | Login |
| 2034E | 4.91B | 2.15 | Login |
| 2035E | 5.04B | 2.34 | Login |
| Terminal | 2.34 | Login |
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