NSC — Norfolk Southern Corporation
Dividend Grades
vs Industrials sector| Metric | NSC | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.92% | 1.46% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 7.51% | 7.37% |
| Payout Ratio | 37.4% | 32.7% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 15 |
| 1Y Total Return | +23.2% | 15.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Industrials sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
0.00%
3-Year Growth
2.87%
5-Year Growth
7.51%
10-Year Growth
8.63%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Feb 6, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 20, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2026 | $1.3500 | 0.00% |
| Nov 7, 2025 | $1.3500 | 0.00% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | $1.3500 | 0.00% |
| May 2, 2025 | $1.3500 | 0.00% |
| Feb 7, 2025 | $1.3500 | 0.00% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | $1.3500 | 0.00% |
| Aug 2, 2024 | $1.3500 | 0.00% |
| May 2, 2024 | $1.3500 | 0.00% |
| Feb 1, 2024 | $1.3500 | 0.00% |
| Nov 2, 2023 | $1.3500 | 0.00% |
| Aug 3, 2023 | $1.3500 | 0.00% |
| May 4, 2023 | $1.3500 | 0.00% |
| Feb 2, 2023 | $1.3500 | +8.87% |
| Nov 3, 2022 | $1.2400 | 0.00% |
| Aug 5, 2022 | $1.2400 | 0.00% |
| May 5, 2022 | $1.2400 | 0.00% |
| Feb 3, 2022 | $1.2400 | +13.76% |
| Nov 4, 2021 | $1.0900 | 0.00% |
| Aug 6, 2021 | $1.0900 | +10.10% |
| May 6, 2021 | $0.9900 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
37.4%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
28.3%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $3.31 | $501.00M |
| Q2 2025 | $3.41 | $602.00M |
| Q4 2025 | $2.87 | $2.54B |
| Q1 2024 | $0.23 | -$1.36B |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Norfolk Southern Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 1.92%.
What is NSC's dividend yield?
NSC's current dividend yield is 1.92%. The annual dividend is $5.40.
When is NSC's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for NSC has not been announced yet.
How many years has Norfolk Southern Corporation increased its dividend?
Norfolk Southern Corporation has increased its dividend for 0 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.