
CSX (CSX) Stock Forecast & Price Target
CSX (CSX) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
CSX reported revenue of approximately $14.5 billion in 2024, supported by a diverse mix of shipments across various sectors, including coal, chemicals, and intermodal containers. The company experienced a 1% increase in volumes, primarily driven by heightened intermodal carloads and robust international shipments, with expectations for a strong fourth quarter 2024 characterized by new highs in monthly deposits and revenue. Additionally, projections for merchandise volumes in 2025 are expected to show steady growth, aligning with broader industrial production forecasts, suggesting a positive trajectory for the company as it optimizes service and accelerates development projects.
Bears say
CSX's financial outlook has been negatively impacted by discreet costs, leading to a reduction in 2025 earnings per share (EPS) estimates from $1.95 to $1.86, indicating an implied growth rate of less than 2%. Furthermore, anticipated declines in operating income of approximately 7.5% for Q1/25 compared to Q1/24 suggest ongoing challenges, compounded by lower commodity prices that could further pressure future performance. Consequently, the company's long-term EPS growth estimates for 2026 and 2027 have also been lowered to align with the low end of their projected multi-year guidance.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of CSX and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
CSX (CSX) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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