Operating Expenses

Acquisition and integration costs

Norfolk Southern Acquisition and integration costs decreased by 20.0% to $52.00M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2023
Last reportedQ1 2026Apr 24, 2026

How to read this metric

High costs indicate active inorganic growth, which should be evaluated against the long-term value created by the acquisitions.

Detailed definition

Acquisition and integration costs include the transaction fees, legal expenses, and costs associated with merging acquir...

Peer comparison

Standard metric for companies pursuing growth through mergers and acquisitions.

Metric ID: acquisition_and_integration_costs

Historical Data

11 periods
 Q1 '23Q2 '23Q3 '23Q4 '23Q3 '24Q4 '24Q1 '25Q2 '25Q3 '25Q4 '25Q1 '26
Value$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$15.00M$65.00M$52.00M
QoQ Change+333.3%-20.0%
Range$0.00$65.00M

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Norfolk Southern's acquisition and integration costs?
Norfolk Southern (NSC) reported acquisition and integration costs of $52.00M in Q1 2026.
What does acquisition and integration costs mean?
Expenses incurred to buy and merge other companies into the existing business.