Canadian National Railway (NYSE:CNI) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Friday, 2026-01-30. Here’s a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect Canadian National Railway to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.43.
Investors in Canadian National Railway are eagerly awaiting the company’s announcement, hoping for news of surpassing estimates and positive guidance for the next quarter.
It’s worth noting for new investors that stock prices can be heavily influenced by future projections rather than just past performance.
Past Earnings Performance
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS beat by $0.05, leading to a 0.0% drop in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here’s a look at Canadian National Railway’s past performance and the resulting price change:
| Quarter | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 | Q4 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS Estimate | 1.28 | 1.37 | 1.78 | 1.34 |
| EPS Actual | 1.33 | 1.35 | 1.29 | 1.30 |
| Price Change % | 3.00 | -4.00 | 6.00 | -1.00 |
Canadian National Railway Share Price Analysis
Shares of Canadian National Railway were trading at $98.54 as of January 27. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 5.71%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely upset going into this earnings release.
Analyst Views on Canadian National Railway
Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on Canadian National Railway.
Canadian National Railway has received a total of 7 ratings from analysts, with the consensus rating as Outperform. With an …