The largest merger in the U.S. railway industry born? It is rumored that Union Pacific (UNP.US) is considering acquiring Norfolk Southern (NSC.US).

According to the financial news app Zhtng Cijng, informed sources revealed that Union Pacific Corporation (UNP.US) is considering acquiring Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC.US). If this deal is reached, it will be the largest railway industry merger and acquisition in American history. These negotiations are still in the early stages, and it is currently uncertain whether the two companies will be able to reach an agreement. This deal would result in the merger of the two largest railway companies in the United States, with the combined company having a market value close to $200 billion.