The merger would create the United States’ first coast-to-coast rail network, spanning 50,000 miles and 43 states.

Norfolk Southern Corp (NYSE:NSC) reported financial results for the second quarter ahead of the market open on Tuesday. Here's a look at the key metrics from the quarter.

The largest rail union in the United States intends to oppose Union Pacific's proposed $85-billion buy of smaller rival Norfolk Southern in proceedings before the Surface Transportation Board, the ...