Norfolk Southern Corporation vs Vanguard S&P 500 ETF — how do they compare? Norfolk Southern Corporation trades at $334 (market cap $75.15B), while Vanguard S&P 500 ETF trades at $710.05. The key difference: Norfolk Southern Corporation pays a 1.61% dividend while Vanguard S&P 500 ETF pays none, and Vanguard S&P 500 ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, Norfolk Southern Corporation nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| NSC | VOO | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $75.15B | — |
Sector | Technology | Broad Market / Factor |
52-Week High | $350.66 | $710.71 |
52-Week Low | $272.35 | $580.93 |
Enterprise Value | $90.70B | — |
Dividend Yield | 1.61% | — |
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Norfolk Southern Corporation is a major North American railroad company operating one of the largest freight rail networks in the eastern United States. The company transports a diverse range of commodities, including coal, intermodal containers, and various industrial products. NSC is a critical link in the nation's supply chain, providing efficient, long-haul transportation services to and from ports and industrial centers.
Read more on NSC →VOO is a foundational ETF that tracks the S&P 500 Index, providing exposure to 500 of the largest and most established companies in the United States. Renowned for its ultra-low expense ratio and tax efficiency, it serves as a core building block for long-term investors seeking to capture the total return of the U.S. large-cap market in a single, highly liquid vehicle.
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