What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to report that Norfolk Southern's CFO, Marta R. Stewart, delivered a presentation at a significant transportation industry conference and to provide investors with access to those presentation materials.

Where can I find the details of the CFO's presentation?

The details of the CFO's presentation can be found in Exhibit 99.1 (the presentation itself) and Exhibit 99.2 (non-GAAP financial measures) which are filed as part of this 8-K report.

Does this filing include any new financial results or guidance?

No, this 8-K filing does not contain new financial results or specific forward-looking guidance. It primarily serves to inform investors about management's participation in a conference and to provide access to the information shared during that presentation, which may include non-GAAP financial measures.

What are non-GAAP financial measures and why are they included?

Non-GAAP financial measures are financial metrics that exclude or include amounts not recognized in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). They are often provided by companies to offer a different perspective on financial performance or trends that management believes are more indicative of the company's ongoing operations. Investors should review these measures alongside GAAP measures for a complete understanding.

NSC 8-K SEC Disclosure — Feb 10, 2016

Summary

Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) filed an 8-K on February 10, 2016, to disclose that its Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Marta R. Stewart, spoke at the 31st Annual BB&T Transportation Services Conference on February 9, 2016. The presentation materials, including non-GAAP financial measures, were made publicly available via webcast and are included as exhibits with this filing. Investors interested in the company's financial performance and outlook should review the presentation and accompanying non-GAAP financial measures. While the 8-K itself does not contain new financial results or strategic announcements, it serves as a mechanism to provide investors with access to management's discussions and forward-looking commentary presented at a significant industry conference. This allows for a deeper understanding of Norfolk Southern's operational and financial perspectives as communicated by its CFO.

Key Highlights

1NSC's CFO, Marta R. Stewart, presented at the 31st Annual BB&T Transportation Services Conference.
2The presentation occurred on February 9, 2016, with the 8-K filed on February 10, 2016.
3The presentation was publicly webcast, allowing broad investor access.
4Presentation materials, including Exhibit 99.1, are available with the filing.
5Exhibit 99.2 contains non-GAAP financial measures discussed by the CFO.
6The filing serves to officially record and provide access to management's commentary at a key industry event.

NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Feb 10, 2016)

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