Union Pacific (UNP) Stock Research

Over a week ago

Union Pacific raises quarterly dividend 3% to $1.42 per share

Jul 29, 4:43 PM

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern enhance their merger application

Jul 27, 5:06 PM

Union Pacific price target raised by $33 at Baird

Jul 27, 7:15 AM

Union Pacific price target raised by $30 at JPMorgan

Jul 24, 8:43 AM

Union Pacific price target raised by $50 at RBC Capital, here's why

Jul 24, 8:40 AM

Union Pacific price target raised by $24 at UBS

Jul 24, 8:27 AM

Union Pacific price target raised by $43 at TD Cowen, here's why

Jul 24, 7:58 AM

Union Pacific price target raised by $35 at BMO Capital, here's why

Jul 24, 7:56 AM

Union Pacific price target raised by $10 at Benchmark, here's why

Jul 24, 7:51 AM

Union Pacific price target raised by $23 at Citi, here's why

Jul 24, 6:36 AM

Union Pacific price target raised by $20 at Wells Fargo, here's why

Jul 24, 6:12 AM

Union Pacific price target raised by $35 at Barclays, here's why

Jul 24, 5:30 AM

Union Pacific price target raised by $20 at Goldman Sachs, here's why

Jul 23, 6:26 PM

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Jul 23, 4:31 PM

Midday Fly By: Alphabet boosts spending, IBM reports downbeat Q2

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Jul 23, 12:08 PM

Union Pacific says FY26 outlook 'improved', 'on track' with Investor Day targets

Jul 23, 7:48 AM

Union Pacific reports Q2 adjusted EPS $3.41, consensus $3.23

Jul 23, 7:46 AM

Union Pacific price target raised by $33 at BofA, here's why

Jul 23, 7:13 AM

Union Pacific, CN sign MoU to expand customer opportunities

Jul 22, 6:56 PM

CN and Union Pacific sign MoU to improve North American rail connectivity

Jul 22, 6:54 PM

Union Pacific price target raised by $25 at Benchmark, here's why

Jul 15, 7:50 AM

Union Pacific initiated with bullish view at Citizens, here's why

Jul 15, 4:38 AM

Union Pacific price target raised by $28 at Susquehanna, here's why

Jul 14, 8:06 AM

Union Pacific price target raised by $53 at Raymond James, here's why

Jul 13, 8:43 AM

Union Pacific price target raised by $29 at JPMorgan, here's why

Jul 10, 8:02 AM

Extensive Network Coverage: Union Pacific operates the largest railroad in the United States, with over 32,000 miles of track connecting 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country. This vast, irreplaceable network provides access to key ports, industrial centers, and agricultural regions, making it a critical link in the supply chain.

High Barriers to Entry: The immense capital investment required to build and maintain a rail network, coupled with the difficulty of acquiring land rights and navigating regulatory hurdles, creates an almost insurmountable barrier for new competitors, protecting Union Pacific's market position.

Cost-Efficiency for Long-Haul Freight: For many types of bulk commodities and long-distance shipments, rail transport is significantly more fuel-efficient and cost-effective than trucking, making Union Pacific the preferred choice for specific freight categories.

Economic Sensitivity and Freight Volume Fluctuations: Union Pacific's revenue and profitability are highly dependent on the overall health of the economy and the demand for freight transportation across various segments, making it vulnerable to economic downturns, shifts in trade patterns, or industry-specific declines in key commodities.

Regulatory Compliance and Safety Costs: The company operates in a heavily regulated environment and faces ongoing costs and potential liabilities associated with safety regulations (e.g., FRA), environmental compliance (e.g., EPA), and evolving government policies, including potential mandates for new technologies or operational changes.

Labor Relations and Workforce Disruptions: As a unionized company, Union Pacific is subject to collective bargaining agreements, potential labor disputes, strikes, and increasing wage and benefit costs, which could lead to significant operational disruptions, higher expenses, and negatively impact service levels and profitability.

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