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CSX (CSX) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$27.21 -0.78 (-2.79%)
Closing price 04/4/2025 04:00 PM Eastern
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$27.26 +0.05 (+0.18%)
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CSX - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2025)

MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
7
Buy
13

Based on 20 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for CSX in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 20 analysts, 7 have given a hold rating, and 13 have given a buy rating for CSX.

Consensus Price Target

$36.20
33.04% Upside
According to the 20 analysts' twelve-month price targets for CSX, the average price target is $36.20. The highest price target for CSX is $39.00, while the lowest price target for CSX is $31.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 33.04% from the current price of $27.21.
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CSX Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
4/5/24 to 4/5/25
1 Month Ago
3/6/24 to 3/6/25
3 Months Ago
1/6/24 to 1/5/25
1 Year Ago
4/6/23 to 4/5/24
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
13 Buy rating(s)
13 Buy rating(s)
12 Buy rating(s)
14 Buy rating(s)
Hold
7 Hold rating(s)
6 Hold rating(s)
6 Hold rating(s)
3 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$36.20$37.16$38.78$36.88
Forecasted Upside33.04% Upside20.14% Upside19.91% Upside1.60% Upside
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
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CSX Analyst Recommendations By Month

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CSX Price Targets by Month

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CSX Stock vs. The Competition

TypeCSXTransportation CompaniesS&P 500
Consensus Rating Score
2.65
2.59
2.54
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate Buy
Predicted Upside33.04% Upside78.35% Upside32.38% Upside
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DateBrokerageAnalyst NameActionRatingPrice TargetUpside/Downside on Report DateDetails
4/2/2025UBS Group
4 of 5 stars
Thomas Wadewitz
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Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$39.00 ➝ $36.00+21.43%
4/2/2025Barclays
3 of 5 stars
Brandon Oglenski
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Lower TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$38.00 ➝ $35.00+18.72%
3/27/2025Susquehanna
2 of 5 stars
Bascome Majors
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Lower TargetPositive ➝ Positive$39.00 ➝ $37.00+24.75%
3/27/2025Wells Fargo & Company
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C. Wetherbee
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Lower TargetEqual Weight ➝ Equal Weight$34.00 ➝ $31.00+3.68%
3/7/2025Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft
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 Initiated CoverageBuy ➝ Hold$34.00+9.93%
2/3/2025Loop Capital
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Rick Paterson
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DowngradeBuy ➝ Hold$40.00 ➝ $34.00+3.44%
1/27/2025Benchmark
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Nathan Martin
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Reiterated RatingBuy ➝ Buy$38.00 ➝ $38.00+14.46%
1/24/2025Royal Bank of Canada
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James McGarragle
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Lower TargetSector Perform ➝ Sector Perform$34.00 ➝ $33.00+0.96%
1/24/2025Raymond James
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Patrick Brown
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Reiterated RatingOutperform ➝ Outperform$38.00 ➝ $37.00+12.85%
1/24/2025BMO Capital Markets
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Fadi Chamoun
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Lower TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$40.00 ➝ $38.00+16.30%
1/24/2025JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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Brian Ossenbeck
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Lower TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$38.00 ➝ $37.00+13.18%
1/24/2025Stephens
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D. Imbro
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Reiterated RatingOverweight ➝ Overweight$38.00 ➝ $38.00+15.66%
1/24/2025Citigroup
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A. Rosa
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Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$40.00 ➝ $39.00+15.83%
1/24/2025Robert W. Baird
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Benjamin Hartford
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Lower TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$39.00 ➝ $38.00+12.86%
1/10/2025Jefferies Financial Group
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Stephanie Moore
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UpgradeHold ➝ Buy$37.00+14.91%
10/17/2024Stifel Nicolaus
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$39.00 ➝ $37.00+9.76%
10/17/2024TD Cowen
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 Lower TargetHold ➝ Hold$36.00 ➝ $35.00-1.33%
10/17/2024Evercore ISI
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J. Chappell
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Lower TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$38.00 ➝ $37.00+4.31%
7/8/2024Sanford C. Bernstein
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 Boost TargetMarket Perform ➝ Market Perform$35.00 ➝ $36.00+8.53%
7/8/2024Bank of America
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 DowngradeBuy ➝ Neutral$37.00 ➝ $37.00+11.11%
7/25/2023Argus
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 Boost TargetBuy$35.00 ➝ $37.00+13.78%
7/21/2023Morgan Stanley
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 Reiterated RatingEqual Weight ➝ Equal Weight$25.00-22.34%
4/21/2023Credit Suisse Group
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 Reiterated RatingOutperform$37.00+16.28%

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Should I Buy CSX Stock? CSX Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Sunday, March 30, 2025. Please send any questions or comments about these CSX pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

CSX
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in CSX Co.:

  • CSX Co. has a strong market capitalization of $54.86 billion, indicating a solid position in the transportation sector, which can provide stability and growth potential for investors.
  • The company recently declared a quarterly dividend, reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders, which can be attractive for income-focused investors.
  • CSX Co. has shown resilience with a return on equity of 28.15%, suggesting effective management and profitability, which can lead to higher stock performance over time.
  • Currently, CSX Co. shares are trading at $29.11, which may present a buying opportunity for investors looking to enter at a lower price point compared to its one-year high of $37.10.
  • Institutional investors own 73.57% of CSX Co. stock, indicating strong confidence from large financial entities, which can be a positive signal for retail investors.

CSX
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in CSX Co. for these reasons:

  • CSX Co. reported earnings per share of $0.42, missing analysts' consensus estimate of $0.44, which may raise concerns about its short-term profitability and growth prospects.
  • The stock has recently experienced a decline of 2.7%, which could indicate bearish sentiment among investors and potential volatility in the near term.
  • With a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.43, CSX Co. has a relatively high level of debt compared to equity, which could pose risks in times of economic downturns or rising interest rates.
  • The current ratio of 0.86 suggests that CSX Co. may have difficulty meeting its short-term liabilities, which could be a red flag for potential investors.
  • Market analysts forecast a P/E ratio of 16.26, which may not be attractive compared to other companies in the transportation sector, potentially limiting upside for investors.

CSX Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 20 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for CSX is $36.20, with a high forecast of $39.00 and a low forecast of $31.00.

20 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for CSX in the last twelve months. There are currently 7 hold ratings and 13 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" CSX shares.

According to analysts, CSX's stock has a predicted upside of 33.04% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, CSX's stock had 1 upgrade and 1 downgrade by analysts.

Analysts like CSX more than other "transportation" companies. The consensus rating score for CSX is 2.65 while the average consensus rating score for "transportation" companies is 2.59. Learn more on how CSX compares to other companies.


This page (NASDAQ:CSX) was last updated on 4/5/2025 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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