NSC is Norfolk Southern Corporation (Industrials). Trading at $329.46. Current dividend yield: 1.65%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $5.40 |
| Current yield | 1.65% |
| Payment frequency | Quarterly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Nov 06, 2026(in 61 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Aug 20, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $1.3500 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | 7.51% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 2.87% |
| Payout ratio | 46% |
| Market cap | $74.00B |
| Exchange | NYQ |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-07 | $1.3500 |
| 2026-05-08 | $1.3500 |
| 2026-02-06 | $1.3500 |
| 2025-11-07 | $1.3500 |
| 2025-08-01 | $1.3500 |
| 2025-05-02 | $1.3500 |
| 2025-02-07 | $1.3500 |
| 2024-11-01 | $1.3500 |
About NSC
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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Frequently asked
What is NSC's dividend yield?
NSC (Norfolk Southern Corporation) currently has a dividend yield of 1.65%, which works out to about $5.40 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is NSC's next ex-dividend date?
NSC's next ex-dividend date is Nov 06, 2026 (in 61 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did NSC last pay a dividend?
NSC's most recent dividend payment date was Aug 20, 2026.
How often does NSC pay dividends?
NSC pays dividends on a quarterly schedule.
How fast is NSC growing its dividend?
NSC has been growing its dividend at a 2.87% 3-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR). CAGR smooths year-to-year noise into a single average growth rate.
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Data refreshed 2026-09-06. Not investment advice. Yields and prices change continuously; always verify the latest numbers in the live app before buying.