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Today's Range
$289.03
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$297.00
50-Day Range
$287.54
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$311.40
52-Week Range
$190.64
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$315.39
Volume
40.68 million shs
Average Volume
1.25 million shs
Market Capitalization
$26.71 billion
P/E Ratio
287.84
Dividend Yield
0.74%
Price Target
N/A
Stock Analysis
Stock Analysis
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About Kansas City Southern Stock (NYSE:KSU)

Kansas City Southern is a transportation holding company. It focuses on the growing north or south freight corridor connecting key commercial and industrial markets in the central United States with major industrial cities in Mexico. The firm also engages in the freight rail transportation business operating through a single coordinated rail network. The company was founded by Arthur E. Stilwell in 1887 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

KSU Stock News Headlines

May 27, 2024 | msn.com
K-State baseball earns first NCAA regional bid since 2013
May 26, 2024 | msn.com
Looking back at Colorado’s history against Kansas State
May 21, 2024 | msn.com
Kansas State baseball comes up short against KU in Big 12 Tournament opener
May 21, 2024 | msn.com
Kansas baseball vs Kansas State live score updates: Jayhawks aim for Big 12 tournament win
May 20, 2024 | msn.com
Kansas State baseball to face Kansas in a Big 12 Texas edition of the Sunflower Showdown
May 15, 2024 | msn.com
K-State football signs transfer quarterback
May 9, 2024 | msn.com
National Football Foundation honors 12 Kansas athletes
May 8, 2024 | msn.com
Kansas State University announces schedule for weekend graduation ceremonies
May 6, 2024 | msn.com
K-State’s Day returned to K-State after being drafted, now shining in final season
May 5, 2024 | msn.com
K-State wins Sunflower Showdown baseball series
May 5, 2024 | msn.com
Biologists studying Kansas flying squirrels make surprising discovery
May 4, 2024 | msn.com
Biologists studying elusive Kansas flying squirrels make surprising discovery
May 3, 2024 | msn.com
Kansas ticks spread deadly diseases, KDHE post warning
May 2, 2024 | yahoo.com
Legislature adopts potentially unconstitutional ban on ‘foreign adversary’ property ownership
May 2, 2024 | msn.com
Kansas football lands Michigan transfer, former four-star offensive lineman
May 2, 2024 | msn.com
Group of University of Kansas students set up campus camp to protest ongoing war
May 1, 2024 | msn.com
Severe storms cause damage west of Kansas City metro Tuesday
April 29, 2024 | msn.com
Kansas State football tight end Ben Sinnott sees Washington Commanders as a perfect fit
April 29, 2024 | msn.com
Chiefs draft recap: Kansas City's 2024 rookie class is set
April 29, 2024 | msn.com
US has long history of college protests: Here's what happened in the past
April 28, 2024 | msn.com
Cincinnati Bengals 2024 NFL draft picks: Selection analysis
April 28, 2024 | sports.yahoo.com
Chiefs undrafted free-agent tracker: KC adds former K-State receiver from Lee’s Summit
April 27, 2024 | msn.com
Best remaining players available for the Chiefs on Day 3 of the 2024 NFL draft
April 27, 2024 | msn.com
Severe Storms Threaten Central U.S.—Chance Of Hail And Tornadoes Near Kansas City
April 26, 2024 | msn.com
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Company Calendar

Last Earnings
10/18/2021
Today
6/10/2024
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2024
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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange
NYSE
Sector
Transportation
Industry
Railroads, Line - Haul Operating
Sub-Industry
Railroads
Current Symbol
NYSE:KSU
CUSIP
48517030
CIK
54480
Web
www.kcsouthern.com
Phone
(816) 983-1303
Fax
816-983-1192
Employees
6,522
Year Founded
1887

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)
$1.02
Trailing P/E Ratio
287.84
Forward P/E Ratio
36.11
P/E Growth
N/A
Net Income
$617 million
Net Margins
3.33%
Pretax Margin
7.08%
Return on Equity
16.69%
Return on Assets
7.02%

Debt

Debt-to-Equity Ratio
0.89
Current Ratio
0.72
Quick Ratio
0.62

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$2.63 billion
Price / Sales
10.15
Cash Flow
$10.98 per share
Price / Cash Flow
26.74
Book Value
$48.19 per share
Price / Book
6.09

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares
90,980,000
Free Float
90,225,000
Market Cap
$26.71 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
1.10

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Should I Buy Kansas City Southern Stock? KSU Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Kansas City Southern:

  • Kansas City Southern has shown consistent revenue growth over the past few quarters, indicating a strong financial performance.
  • The recent merger agreement with Canadian Pacific Railway has the potential to create a stronger and more competitive railroad network, leading to increased market share and operational efficiencies.
  • With the increasing demand for freight transportation services, Kansas City Southern is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing market opportunities.
  • The current stock price of Kansas City Southern is undervalued compared to its peers in the industry, presenting a potential buying opportunity for investors.
  • Kansas City Southern's strategic geographic positioning provides a competitive advantage in serving key trade routes, enhancing its long-term growth prospects.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Kansas City Southern for these reasons:

  • The regulatory approval process for the merger with Canadian Pacific Railway may face challenges, leading to potential delays or uncertainties in the completion of the deal.
  • As a railroad company, Kansas City Southern is exposed to risks related to fluctuations in fuel prices, which can impact its operating costs and profitability.
  • The ongoing global supply chain disruptions and economic uncertainties could affect the demand for freight services, potentially impacting Kansas City Southern's revenue growth.
  • Investing in railroad companies involves regulatory risks, as changes in government policies or regulations can impact the operational environment and financial performance of Kansas City Southern.
  • Kansas City Southern's financial performance may be influenced by macroeconomic factors such as interest rates and inflation, which can affect its borrowing costs and overall profitability.
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 Saturday, June 8, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Kansas City Southern pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

KSU Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How were Kansas City Southern's earnings last quarter?

Kansas City Southern (NYSE:KSU) released its quarterly earnings data on Monday, October, 18th. The transportation company reported $2.02 EPS for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $2.04 by $0.02. The transportation company earned $744 million during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $720.29 million. Kansas City Southern had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 16.69% and a net margin of 3.33%. The company's revenue for the quarter was up 12.8% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $1.96 EPS.
Read the conference call transcript.

Is Kansas City Southern a good dividend stock?

Kansas City Southern (NYSE:KSU) pays an annual dividend of $2.16 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 0.74%. The dividend payout ratio is 211.77%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable. Based on earnings estimates, KSU will have a dividend payout ratio of 22.20% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
Read our dividend analysis for KSU.

What is David L. Starling's approval rating as Kansas City Southern's CEO?

23 employees have rated Kansas City Southern Chief Executive Officer David L. Starling on Glassdoor.com. David L. Starling has an approval rating of 61% among the company's employees. This puts David L. Starling in the bottom 25% of approval ratings compared to other CEOs of publicly-traded companies.

What other stocks do shareholders of Kansas City Southern own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Kansas City Southern investors own include Walt Disney (DIS), Micron Technology (MU), BlackRock (BLK), JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM), Boeing (BA), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Xtrackers California Municipal Bond ETF (CA), Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG), Union Pacific (UNP) and Cisco Systems (CSCO).

Does Kansas City Southern have any subsidiaries?
The following companies are subsidiares of Kansas City Southern: Arrendadora KCSM S. de R.L. de C.V., Canama Transportation, Caymex Transportation Inc., Ferrocarril y Terminal del Valle de México S.A. de C.V., Financiera Inspira S.A. de C.V. SOFOM E.N.R., Gateway Eastern Railway Company, Highstar Harbor Holdings Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V., Internacional Railway Support S.A. de C.V., Joplin Union Depot Co., KCS Holdings I Inc., KCS Spectrum Inc., KCS Ventures I Inc., KCSM B.V., KCSM Holdings LLC, KCSRC y Compania S. de N.C. de C.V., KSU Holdings LLC, Kansas City Southern International Ventures S. de R.L. de C.V., Kansas City Southern Mexico Holdings Inc., Kansas City Southern de México S.A. de C.V., Kansas City Terminal Railway Company, MTC Puerta Mexico Logistics S. de R.L. de C.V., MTC Puerta Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V., Meridian Speedway LLC, Mexrail Inc., NAFTA Rail S. de R.L. de C.V., North American Freight Transportation Rail Company S. de R.L. de C.V., PTC-220 LLC, Pabtex Inc., Panama Canal Railway Company, Panarail Tourism Company, Servicios Puerta Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V., Soporte Logistico Ferroviaria S. de R.L. de C.V., Southern Development Company, Southern Industrial Services Inc., Stillwell RE Holdings LLC, TFCM S. de R.L. de C.V., The Kansas City Northern Railway Company, The Kansas City Southern Railway Company, The Texas Mexican Railway Company, Trans-Serve Inc., TransFin Insurance Ltd., Transportacion y Soluciones en Logistica Ferroviaria S. de R.L. de C.V., Vamos a Mexico S.A. de C.V., and Veals Inc..
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This page (NYSE:KSU) was last updated on 6/10/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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