NS NSC Norfolk Southern Loading... : Bullish and Bearish Analyst Opinions

Tariffs hit cash flow immediately when products cross the border, but the P&L impact is delayed 2-4 quarters as inventory cycles through, creating a timing mismatch that may pressure near-term cash conversion but will be recovered over time through mitigation actions including pricing escalations. — The lag between cash outlay and P&L recognition means Wabtec's reported margins in the near term may appear artificially strong while cash conversion suffers, and this dynamic could influence pricing negotiations with rail customers in the coming quarters.