Railroads Industry Overview
The Railroads industry, part of the Industrials sector, includes 15 publicly traded companies with a combined market capitalization of $723.65B. The industry is led by Union Pacific Corporation (UNP), Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited (CP.TO), Canadian National Railway Company (CNR.TO).
Among the 15 listed Railroads companies, market capitalizations range from $160.96B (Union Pacific Corporation) down to $79.12B (Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited), highlighting the wide size disparity across the industry. The average market cap across the industry is $48.24B, reflecting a mix of established large-cap players and smaller growth-oriented companies.
Railroads Industry Valuation
The Railroads industry currently trades at an average price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 22.6. This moderate valuation reflects reasonable investor expectations for the sector's earnings growth.
Railroads Dividend Profile
10 out of 15 Railroads companies (67%) currently pay dividends to shareholders. The average dividend yield across dividend-paying Railroads stocks is 1.82%. The high proportion of dividend payers suggests Railroads is a mature, cash-generating industry that rewards income-focused investors.
Largest Railroads Companies by Market Cap
| Company | Ticker | Market Cap | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Pacific Corporation | UNP | $160.96B | 22.3 |
| Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited | CP.TO | $109.24B | 27.5 |
| Canadian National Railway Company | CNR.TO | $97.46B | 21.2 |
| CSX Corporation | CSX | $86.61B | 28.6 |
| Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited | CP | $79.12B | 27.5 |
The table above shows the top 5 Railroads companies ranked by market capitalization. P/E ratios reflect trailing twelve months earnings where available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the largest Railroads company? The largest Railroads company by market capitalization is Union Pacific Corporation (UNP), valued at $160.96B. Use the full listing below to explore all Railroads companies and compare their financials.
How many Railroads stocks are there? There are 15 publicly traded Railroads companies listed on major US exchanges, ranging from Union Pacific Corporation (UNP) to Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited (CP) by market capitalization. This directory spans 1 pages, with all companies sorted by market cap for easy comparison.
How many Railroads stocks pay dividends? 10 of the 15 Railroads companies (67%) currently distribute dividends. The average yield among payers is 1.82%. Dividend policies vary significantly across Railroads companies — browse individual stock pages for the latest yield and payout details.
What is the average P/E ratio for Railroads stocks? The average trailing P/E ratio for the Railroads industry is 22.6x. Individual company valuations can vary widely — click through to any stock page for detailed valuation metrics.
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StockVS provides detailed fundamental data, historical price charts, and side-by-side comparisons for all 15 Railroads companies. Browse individual stock pages for in-depth analysis, or use our comparison tool to evaluate two Railroads stocks head to head. All data is updated regularly to reflect the latest available financials.