CSX Corporation (CSX) — Stock Score Summary

CSX Corporation (CSX) has a MoatMap StockRank of 68/100 based on Quality (52/100), Value (26/100), and Momentum (74/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY. CSX operates an irreplaceable duopoly rail network in the Eastern US, boasting a massive Warren Buffett-style moat. The structural shift toward Supply Chain Localization Resilience is driving a manufacturing renaissance in the US Sunbelt and Midwest, creating a powerful, long-term volume tailwind for domestic freight. With high operating leverage and pricing power, CSX is poised to compound owner earnings as nearshoring accelerates.

CSX Corporation is a premier Class I freight rail transportation company, operating an extensive 20,000-mile network across 20 states in the eastern United States and parts of Canada. The company benefits from high barriers to entry, efficient long-haul transportation capabilities, and a critical role in the North American supply chain for bulk commodities, intermodal containers, and merchandise. This essential infrastructure and economic efficiency provide a powerful and durable competitive moat.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$47.28
Market Cap$85.1B
P/E (TTM)28.36
P/E (Forward)21.37
Price/Book6.33
Return on Equity23.7%
Return on Invested Capital11.4%
Debt/Equity143.06
Gross Margin46.8%
Operating Margin36.2%
Revenue Growth1.7%
Dividend Yield1.2%
Free Cash Flow$1.1B

CSX Corporation operates in the Railroads industry, part of the Industrials sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CSX Corporation’s (CSX) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for CSX Corporation (CSX) is 68/100, with a Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (52), Value (26), and Momentum (74) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does CSX Corporation have an economic moat?
CSX Corporation (CSX) has a Quality factor score of 52/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is CSX Corporation a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for CSX Corporation (CSX) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 68/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is CSX Corporation in?
CSX Corporation (CSX) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Railroads industry (United States).