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CSX (CSX) operating margin by quarter
CSX's operating margin was 39.1% in Q3 2026 (third quarter 2026), +0.8 pts from Q2 2026. Over the last 7 quarters it ranged from 30.3% (Q3 2025) to 39.1% (Q3 2026).
| Quarter | Operating margin | Q/Q | Y/Y |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 2026 | 39.1% | +0.8 pts | +8.8 pts |
| Q2 2026 | 38.3% | +2.3 pts | +2.4 pts |
| Q1 2026 | 36.0% | +4.3 pts | +5.6 pts |
| Q4 2025 | 31.6% | +1.3 pts | — |
| Q3 2025 | 30.3% | -5.6 pts | — |
| Q2 2025 | 35.9% | +5.5 pts | — |
| Q1 2025 | 30.4% | — | — |
Q3 2026 at a glance
CSX, Q3 2026: revenue $4.0B (+12% year over year), operating margin 39.1%, net earnings $1.1B, operating cash flow $1.6B. The chart follows the revenue to costs, profit and cash.
Questions
What is CSX's operating margin?
CSX's operating margin was 39.1% in Q3 2026 (third quarter 2026), +0.8 pts from Q2 2026.
How has CSX's operating margin changed?
Over the last 7 quarters it ranged from 30.3% (Q3 2025) to 39.1% (Q3 2026).