Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
CNI
Canadian National Railway Company
$98.41
-0.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $61.42B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$234.92
+0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $139.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Union Pacific Corporation generates 42% more annual revenue ($24.51B vs $17.30B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs 27.3%. CNI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.12. CNI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
CNI
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+23.2%
Fair Value
$138.47
Current Price
$98.41
$40.06 discount
Margin of Safety
-10.4%
Fair Value
$212.69
Current Price
$234.92
$22.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 42.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.4% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 60.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNI
The strongest argument for CNI centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.3% and operating margin at 42.4%.
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 : CNI
The primary concerns for CNI are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNI profiles as a value stock while UNP is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
CNI is growing revenue faster at 2.4% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CNI scores higher overall (68/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 27.3% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Canadian National Railway Company
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
Canadian National Railway Company, is engaged in the rail and related transportation business. The company is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.
Visit Website →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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