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Norfolk SouthernMEX:NSC +12.23%69 EV-to-EBITDA is 15.76 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 29% above its 10-year median of 12.19. GuruFocus rates MEX:NSC with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN4,672.30 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 902 Transportation companies, Norfolk Southern ranks worse than 80.16% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Norfolk Southern's enterprise value is MXN1,614,523 Mil.
Norfolk Southern's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN102,474 Mil. Therefore, Norfolk Southern's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 15.76.
The historical rank and industry rank for Norfolk Southern's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
MEX:NSC'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.51 Med: 12.19 Max: 19.24
Current: 16.48
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Norfolk Southern was 19.24. The lowest was 8.51. And the median was 12.19.
MEX:NSC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 80.16% of 902
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 8.7
vs MEX:NSC: 16.48
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Norfolk Southern's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Norfolk Southern's share price for today is MXN5985.00.
Norfolk Southern's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN218.289.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
The historical data trend for Norfolk Southern's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Railroads subindustry, Norfolk Southern's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Norfolk Southern EV-to-EBITDA vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Norfolk Southern's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Norfolk Southern's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Norfolk Southern's current Enterprise Value is MXN1,614,523 Mil.
Norfolk Southern's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN102,474 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Norfolk Southern (MEX:NSC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 15.76 as of Jul. 20, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Norfolk Southern. This is 29% above median its historical median of 12.19. Over the past decade, Norfolk Southern's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.51 to 19.24. According to the industry distribution chart, Norfolk Southern ranks #723 out of 902 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 80.2%.
Is Norfolk Southern's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Norfolk Southern's current EV-to-EBITDA of 15.76 is 29% above median its 10-year median of 12.19. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.51 to a high of 19.24. The Transportation industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.70. Norfolk Southern's value of 15.76 is 81.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Norfolk Southern ranks #723 out of 902 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Norfolk Southern has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Norfolk Southern's EV-to-EBITDA compare to CSX and WAB?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Norfolk Southern ranks #723 out of 902 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Norfolk Southern in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.70. Norfolk Southern's value of 15.76 is 81.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Norfolk Southern's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 8.51 to 19.24 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.19 vs. the industry median of 8.70, Norfolk Southern has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for a Transportation company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Transportation companies is 8.70, based on 902 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Norfolk Southern's current EV-to-EBITDA of 15.76 is 81.1% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Norfolk Southern. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.70 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Norfolk Southern's current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.76, which is 29% above median its own 10-year median of 12.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Norfolk Southern stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Norfolk Southern (MEX:NSC) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN4,672.30, compared to a current price of MXN5,985.00 — trading 28.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.76, which is 29% above median its 10-year median of 12.19 and 81.1% above the Transportation industry median of 8.70. Norfolk Southern's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 10 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Norfolk Southern (MEX:NSC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.76 as of Jul. 20, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Norfolk Southern (MEX:NSC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Norfolk Southern stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of MXN5,985.00 is trading 28.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN4,672.30.
GuruFocus considers Norfolk Southern to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MEX:NSC:
EV-to-EBITDA: 15.76 (29% above median its 10-year median of 12.19)
GF Value™: MXN4,672.30 vs. price of MXN5,985.00 (28.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 81.1% above the Transportation median (#723 of 902)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:NSC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Class I railroad Norfolk Southern operates in the Eastern United States. On more than 20,000 miles of track, the rail hauls shipments of coal, intermodal traffic, and a diverse mix of automotive, agricultural, metal, chemical, and forest products.
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