CSX Earnings

CSX reported its earnings on 2026-01-22, showcasing a revenue of 3.51B against an estimate of 3.57B, resulting in a -1.74% surprise. The EPS was 0.39, surpassing the expected 0.42 by -7.14% . The stock experienced a 2.4% price change on the earnings day and a 4.47% change over the next five days, reflecting market reactions to the results.

Following CSX's earnings announcement on 2026-01-22, the stock price moved by 2.40% on the day of the release. Over the subsequent five days, it saw a 4.47% change. Historically, CSX's stock price tends to shift by an average of -0.03% in the 10 days leading up to earnings and +1.63% in the 10 days following, providing insight into potential market.

For 2026/Q1, analysts estimate CSX’s annual revenue to reach 3.56B, while the EPS is projected at 0.42. These estimates reflect recent revisions, with revenue estimates revised Revenue Revise Downward by -0.05% and EPS estimates Revise Downward by -0.31% over the past three months, indicating analyst expectation in the company’s performance.

The correlation between CSX's stock price and earnings forecast revisions shows that positive revisions in revenue or EPS often strengthen the stock’s fundamentals. Over the past three months, revenue estimates for FY2025 were Revise Downward by -0.05%, while EPS estimates moved Revise Downward by -0.31% . This trend suggests that price dips could present buying opportunities for investors.

Based on historical trends, CSX's stock price typically moves by -0.03% in the 10 days before its earnings and +1.63% in the 10 days after. For the upcoming 2026/Q1 earnings, analysts expect an EPS of 0.42 and revenue of 3.56B.

The earnings call presents mixed signals. Strong points include improved fertilizer volume and positive intermodal service expansion. However, automotive volume decline and revenue per unit drop due to coal pricing are concerns. The Q&A reveals management's cautious approach towards long-term guidance, with some uncertainty about coal volume and revenue growth. The absence of specific long-term OR targets and unclear cost-saving impacts further contribute to a neutral outlook. The market's reaction is likely to be muted, with no significant short-term catalysts to drive strong positive or negative movement.