Norfolk Southern Stock Forecast - Naive Prediction

NFS Stock  EUR 224.00  0.00  0.00%   
The Naive Prediction forecasted value of Norfolk Southern on the next trading day is expected to be 225.41 with a mean absolute deviation of 4.10 and the sum of the absolute errors of 250.38. Norfolk Stock Forecast is based on your current time horizon. We recommend always using this module together with an analysis of Norfolk Southern's historical fundamentals, such as revenue growth or operating cash flow patterns.
  
A naive forecasting model for Norfolk Southern is a special case of the moving average forecasting where the number of periods used for smoothing is one. Therefore, the forecast of Norfolk Southern value for a given trading day is simply the observed value for the previous period. Due to the simplistic nature of the naive forecasting model, it can only be used to forecast up to one period.

Norfolk Southern Naive Prediction Price Forecast For the 4th of January

Given 90 days horizon, the Naive Prediction forecasted value of Norfolk Southern on the next trading day is expected to be 225.41 with a mean absolute deviation of 4.10, mean absolute percentage error of 29.32, and the sum of the absolute errors of 250.38.
Please note that although there have been many attempts to predict Norfolk Stock prices using its time series forecasting, we generally do not recommend using it to place bets in the real market. The most commonly used models for forecasting predictions are the autoregressive models, which specify that Norfolk Southern's next future price depends linearly on its previous prices and some stochastic term (i.e., imperfectly predictable multiplier).

Norfolk Southern Stock Forecast Pattern

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Model Predictive Factors

The below table displays some essential indicators generated by the model showing the Naive Prediction forecasting method's relative quality and the estimations of the prediction error of Norfolk Southern stock data series using in forecasting. Note that when a statistical model is used to represent Norfolk Southern stock, the representation will rarely be exact; so some information will be lost using the model to explain the process. AIC estimates the relative amount of information lost by a given model: the less information a model loses, the higher its quality.
AICAkaike Information Criteria121.4889
BiasArithmetic mean of the errors None
MADMean absolute deviation4.1046
MAPEMean absolute percentage error0.0171
SAESum of the absolute errors250.3833
This model is not at all useful as a medium-long range forecasting tool of Norfolk Southern. This model is simplistic and is included partly for completeness and partly because of its simplicity. It is unlikely that you'll want to use this model directly to predict Norfolk Southern. Instead, consider using either the moving average model or the more general weighted moving average model with a higher (i.e., greater than 1) number of periods, and possibly a different set of weights.

Predictive Modules for Norfolk Southern

There are currently many different techniques concerning forecasting the market as a whole, as well as predicting future values of individual securities such as Norfolk Southern. Regardless of method or technology, however, to accurately forecast the stock market is more a matter of luck rather than a particular technique. Nevertheless, trying to predict the stock market accurately is still an essential part of the overall investment decision process. Using different forecasting techniques and comparing the results might improve your chances of accuracy even though unexpected events may often change the market sentiment and impact your forecasting results.
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LowEstimatedHigh
221.74224.00226.26
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Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
221.74224.00226.26
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Bollinger
Band Projection (param)
LowMiddleHigh
213.53242.42271.31
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Norfolk Southern Related Equities

One of the popular trading techniques among algorithmic traders is to use market-neutral strategies where every trade hedges away some risk. Because there are two separate transactions required, even if one position performs unexpectedly, the other equity can make up some of the losses. Below are some of the equities that can be combined with Norfolk Southern stock to make a market-neutral strategy. Peer analysis of Norfolk Southern could also be used in its relative valuation, which is a method of valuing Norfolk Southern by comparing valuation metrics with similar companies.
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Norfolk Southern Market Strength Events

Market strength indicators help investors to evaluate how Norfolk Southern stock reacts to ongoing and evolving market conditions. The investors can use it to make informed decisions about market timing, and determine when trading Norfolk Southern shares will generate the highest return on investment. By undertsting and applying Norfolk Southern stock market strength indicators, traders can identify Norfolk Southern entry and exit signals to maximize returns.

Norfolk Southern Risk Indicators

The analysis of Norfolk Southern's basic risk indicators is one of the essential steps in accurately forecasting its future price. The process involves identifying the amount of risk involved in Norfolk Southern's investment and either accepting that risk or mitigating it. Along with some essential techniques for forecasting norfolk stock prices, we also provide a set of basic risk indicators that can assist in the individual investment decision or help in hedging the risk of your existing portfolios.
Please note, the risk measures we provide can be used independently or collectively to perform a risk assessment. When comparing two potential investments, we recommend comparing similar equities with homogenous growth potential and valuation from related markets to determine which investment holds the most risk.

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Additional Information and Resources on Investing in Norfolk Stock

When determining whether Norfolk Southern offers a strong return on investment in its stock, a comprehensive analysis is essential. The process typically begins with a thorough review of Norfolk Southern's financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to assess its financial health. Key financial ratios are used to gauge profitability, efficiency, and growth potential of Norfolk Southern Stock. Outlined below are crucial reports that will aid in making a well-informed decision on Norfolk Southern Stock:
Check out Correlation Analysis to better understand how to build diversified portfolios. Also, note that the market value of any company could be closely tied with the direction of predictive economic indicators such as signals in board of governors.
You can also try the Volatility Analysis module to get historical volatility and risk analysis based on latest market data.
Please note, there is a significant difference between Norfolk Southern's value and its price as these two are different measures arrived at by different means. Investors typically determine if Norfolk Southern is a good investment by looking at such factors as earnings, sales, fundamental and technical indicators, competition as well as analyst projections. However, Norfolk Southern's price is the amount at which it trades on the open market and represents the number that a seller and buyer find agreeable to each party.