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Canadian National Railway(NYSE) CNI

Market Cap$76.45BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1996)+6,708%
5 Year+32%
1 Year+39%
1 Month-2%
$127.74
+0.94%
+1.19Today
After hours$127.71-$0.03 (-0.02%)
Canadian National Railway last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 126.552026-08-18
Canadian National Railway stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+0.21%USD 126.282026-08-11
1 month-1.92%USD 129.032026-07-17
3 month+10.84%USD 114.182026-05-20
Year to date+29.53%USD 97.702025-12-31
1 year+39.2%USD 90.922025-08-18
3 year+19.25%USD 106.122023-08-18
5 year+31.94%USD 95.912021-08-19
Since inception+6,707.75%USD 1.861996-11-20

Canadian National Railway Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$76.45BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

CA$17.78B

Net Income (TTM)

CA$4.78B

EPS (TTM)

$5.63

P/E Ratio

22.47

Dividend

$2.61

Beta (Volatility)

0.71 (Low)

Price

$127.74

Volume

1,226,327

Open

$127.13

Previous Close

$127.64

Daily Range

$126.84 - $129.01

52-Week Range

$90.74 - $131.55

Estimated Earnings Date

Oct 30, 2026

CNI News

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About Canadian National Railway

Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) is a leading player in the railway and logistics industry, operating an extensive rail network across Canada and the United States. The company specializes in transporting a diverse range of freight, including petroleum products, agricultural commodities, and finished automobiles, serving a wide array of clients from exporters to industrial manufacturers.

Products and Services
  • Freight transportation for various commodities including grain, coal, and chemicals
  • Intermodal services for containerized cargo
  • Ancillary services such as marine terminal management and freight forwarding
Growth Outlook
  • Projected revenue growth driven by increased demand for intermodal services
  • Expansion of rail infrastructure to enhance operational efficiency
  • Focus on sustainability initiatives to attract environmentally conscious clients
Financial Highlights
  • Q2 2026 revenue of 4.76 billion CAD, up from 4.39 billion CAD in Q1 2026
  • Net income for Q2 2026 reached 1.25 billion CAD, reflecting a strong profit margin of 26.3%
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) dividend yield stands at 2.05%, indicating consistent shareholder returns
Canadian National Railway Company has established itself as a vital component of the North American transportation network. With a robust infrastructure of approximately 19,500 miles of track, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for freight services. Recent financial performance highlights a solid revenue trajectory, with Q2 2026 showing a notable increase compared to the previous quarter. The company's commitment to operational efficiency and sustainability further enhances its competitive edge in the market. Investors may find Canadian National Railway Company an attractive option due to its strong financial metrics and growth potential in the logistics sector.
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Industry

Road and Rail

Sector

Industrials

Employees

23,839

CEO

Tracy A. Robinson, MBA

Website

www.cn.ca

Headquarters

Montreal, QC H3B 2M9, CA

CNI Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

42.20%

Operating Margin

37.55%

Net Income Margin

26.92%

Return on Equity

22.19%

Return on Capital

15.18%

Return on Assets

7.96%

Earnings Yield

4.45%

Dividend Yield

2.07%

Payout Ratio

46.15%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$76.45BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

604.10M

Volume

1.23M

Avg. Volume

1.57M

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

CA$7.90B

Operating Income

CA$6.67B

EBITDA

CA$9.04B

Operating Cash Flow

CA$7.02B

Capital Expenditure

-CA$3.47B

Free Cash Flow

CA$3.55B

Cash & ST Invst.

CA$294.13M

Total Debt

CA$22.63B

Canadian National Railway Performance Analysis

Canadian National Railway annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31CAD 13,140,495,57313.8%
20232023-12-31CAD 12,468,076,255-5.1%
20242024-12-31CAD 12,442,684,679-0.2%
20252025-12-31CAD 12,383,984,541-0.5%
Canadian National Railway sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-30-2.4%
Q42025-12-316.9%
Q12026-03-31-1.6%
Q22026-06-308.3%
Canadian National Railway annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31CAD 5.713.8%
20232023-12-31CAD 6.3210.7%
20242024-12-31CAD 5.12-19.1%
20252025-12-31CAD 5.425.8%
Canadian National Railway sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-30-2.1%
Q42025-12-3110.4%
Q12026-03-31-6.9%
Q22026-06-309.6%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

CA$4.76B

+11.3%

Gross Profit

CA$2.08B

+13.8%

Gross Margin

43.72%

N/A

Market Cap

$76.45BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$3.21M

N/A

Employees

23,839

N/A

Net Income

CA$1.25B

+6.6%

EBITDA

CA$2.27B

-0.0%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

CA$294.13M

+36.2%

Total Debt

CA$22.63B

+9.0%

Accounts Receivable

CA$1.31B

+16.1%

Inventory

CA$861.37M

+5.4%

Long Term Debt

CA$22.11B

+12.7%

Short Term Debt

CA$512.22M

-54.4%

Return on Assets

7.96%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

11.74%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

CA$916.40M

-2.5%

Operating Cash Flow

CA$1.61B

-7.6%

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Questions About CNI

What is the current price of Canadian National Railway?

Canadian National Railway is trading at $127.64 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Canadian National Railway?

Over the past 52 weeks, Canadian National Railway has traded between $90.74 and $131.55.

How much debt does Canadian National Railway have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Canadian National Railway reported total debt of CA$15.94B.

How much cash does Canadian National Railway have on hand?

Canadian National Railway reported CA$207.22M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Canadian National Railway’s dividend yield?

Canadian National Railway currently has a dividend yield of 2.07%.

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