(The following press release was issued by Norfolk Southern on July 22.)
NORFOLK, Va. — Norfolk Southern Corporation today announced an increase in the quarterly dividend to 8 cents per share on its common stock, payable on September 10 to stockholders of record on August 1.
“Norfolk Southern has a long history of emphasizing a return to shareholders through the payment of dividends,” said Chairman, President and CEO David R. Goode. “This dividend increase underscores our commitment to that principle.”