Burlington Stores Inc (BURL)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
BURL
Burlington Stores Inc
$329.27
+1.27%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $20.38B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$241.33
+0.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $142.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Union Pacific Corporation generates 112% more annual revenue ($24.51B vs $11.56B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs 5.3%. UNP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.69. BURL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
BURL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+18.0%
Fair Value
$372.81
Current Price
$329.27
$43.54 discount
Margin of Safety
-13.1%
Fair Value
$211.98
Current Price
$241.33
$29.35 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Earnings expanding 20.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.3x book value
5.3% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BURL
The strongest argument for BURL centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UNP
The strongest argument for UNP centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 40.9%.
Bear Case : BURL
The primary concerns for BURL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BURL profiles as a value stock while UNP is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BURL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.70 — expect wider price swings.
BURL is growing revenue faster at 11.3% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BURL scores higher overall (63/100 vs 60/100) and 11.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Burlington Stores Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
Burlington Stores, Inc. is a branded apparel retailer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Burlington, New Jersey.
Union Pacific Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
The Union Pacific Corporation (Union Pacific) is a publicly traded railroad holding company. It was incorporated in Utah in 1969 and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. It is the parent company of the current, Delaware-registered, form of the Union Pacific Railroad.
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