Union Pacific is a leading freight transportation company that operates a vast railroad network across the western United States
Its core business involves the movement of a diverse range of goods, including agricultural products, intermodal freight, automotive parts, and industrial commodities, facilitating efficient supply chain solutions. The company plays a crucial role in connecting businesses and communities, enhancing trade efficiency, and supporting economic growth through its extensive rail infrastructure and logistics services. Union Pacific is committed to sustainability and safety, continually investing in technology and innovation to improve operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
According to The Fly, Raymond James raised the firm's price target on Union Pacific to $285 from $265 while keeping a ‘Strong Buy’ rating on the shares.
Earnings per share stood at $2.91 compared to a Wall Street estimate of $2.78. Total operating revenue declined 1% year-over-year (YoY) to $6.12 billion, slightly lower than an analyst estimate of $6.15 billion.
Freight transportation company Union Pacific (NYSEUNP) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2024, but sales were flat year on year at $6.12 billion. Its GAAP profit of $2.91 per share was 4.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
In this environment, one potential scenario for investors involves a consistent push by the new administration toward lower corporate taxes and stronger infrastructure spending.
Wall Street traded slightly higher during midday Thursday as investors assessed the ongoing earnings season while closely monitoring policy signals from President Donald Trump.
Union Pacific reported mixed Q4 results, with a decline in operating revenue and a 7% increase in EPS. Outlook includes growth in earnings and efficiency.
Freight transportation company Union Pacific (NYSEUNP)
will be announcing earnings results tomorrow before market hours. Here’s what investors should know.
