CSX Corporation (CSX) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Operating in the Eastern United States, Class I railroad CSX generated revenue of nearly $14 billion in 2025. On its more than 21,000 miles of track, CSX hauls shipments of coal (16% of consolidate...
CSX Corporation (CSX) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 27.98 (historical range: 14.03–30.59, median: 18.56), placing it at the 94th percentile — expensive relative to its history, P/S ratio of 6.21 (range: 3.54–7.15, 86th percentile — expensive relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 21.84 (range: 12.57–23.48, 93th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), CSX Corporation's P/E ratio has expanded by 21% over the observed period (from an average of 17.9 to 21.6).
CSX Corporation trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 27.98 | 18.56 | 94th | expensive relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 6.21 | 4.68 | 86th | expensive relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 21.84 | 15.71 | 93th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 3.10% | 4.45% | 20th | expensive relative to its history |
CSX Corporation (CSX) Valuation & P/E History
CSX Corporation (CSX) is a US-listed stock operating in the Industrials sector, specifically the Railroads, Line-Haul Operating industry currently trading at $48.65 with a market capitalization of $90.1 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for CSX based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 27.98 is above the historical median of 18.56, placing CSX at the 94th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 6.21 compares to a median of 4.68.
CSX Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows CSX Corporation's current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether CSX is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests CSX is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for CSX Corporation.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is CSX Overvalued or Undervalued?
CSX Corporation trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 91 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive CSX is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full CSX analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.CSX trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.