csx Q3_2005

CSX Corporation reported third-quarter earnings results. Revenue increased 9.4% driven by a 9.3% increase in revenue per car. Earnings per share increased 31% to $0.72 despite a $250 million impact from Hurricane Katrina. The company raised its full-year earnings guidance to a range of $3.20 to $3.30 per share and increased its dividend by 30%, reflecting strong earnings and cash flow expectations.