For first time in six decades, freight rails split on union negotiation strategy
Publishing timestamp: 2024-11-01 10:10:51
Summary
Union Pacific and CSX have decided to opt out of formal national labor talks with railroad unions for the first time in 61 years, focusing instead on their own local negotiations. Other major freight rails are pursuing national deals together, with some already reaching tentative local agreements. The negotiations are seen as "uncharted waters" by the largest rail workers union, with early agreements offering wage increases and improved benefits. Investors are closely monitoring the negotiations for potential impact on costs, service, and margins.
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