CSX Corp. Stock - BofA raises price target on carload strength
17.06.2026 - 18:07:20 | ad-hoc-news.de
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CSX Corp. (US1264081035) sits in the analyst spotlight this week as Bank of America lifts its price target on the US railroad operator. The move follows stronger carload growth data and comes alongside reiterated positive views from other houses, according to a recent analyst roundup.
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What the latest upgrade says
Bank of America Securities has raised its price target on CSX shares from $51 to $53 and reiterated a Buy rating, citing stronger carload growth supporting the earnings outlook for the railroad operator, according to a recent analyst summary from Investing.com.
The stock was noted in that report as trading close to its 52-week high around $48 and having delivered a return of roughly 48% over the past twelve months, underscoring robust sentiment in the name among US freight rail stocks.
How other analysts view CSX
The Investing.com roundup also highlights that RBC Capital Markets maintained its Outperform rating on CSX with a $47 price target after meetings with management, signaling ongoing confidence in the company’s volume trends and cost controls.
In addition, Zacks Investment Research recently pointed out that CSX stock is up about 45.5% year-over-year, supported by improving demand, operational efficiency and an ongoing focus on shareholder returns, including dividends and buybacks.
The business behind the stock
CSX generates most of its revenue from its freight rail network across the eastern United States, transporting products such as intermodal containers, coal, chemicals, agricultural goods and automotive shipments for industrial and consumer end markets.
Where the stock trades today
CSX Corp. (US1264081035) shares trade on Nasdaq at $46.90 as of 06/17/2026, 16:00 ET.
Key facts on CSX Corp. stock
- Company: CSX Corp.
- ISIN: US1264081035
- WKN: 865857
- Ticker: CSX
- Venue: Nasdaq
- Price (as of 06/17/2026, 16:00 ET): 46.90 USD
- Market cap: 87.15 billion USD (as of 06/16/2026)
- Sector / Industry: Industrials / Railroads
- Index membership: Standard & Poor's 500 index
- Next earnings date: not officially scheduled
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