Energy Transfer LP (ET)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
ET
Energy Transfer LP
$19.34
-2.91%
ENERGY · Cap: $68.55B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$264.65
-0.09%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $157.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Transfer LP generates 274% more annual revenue ($92.29B vs $24.70B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.2% profit margin vs 4.7%. ET appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. ET earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ET
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+87.8%
Fair Value
$148.63
Current Price
$19.34
$129.29 discount
Margin of Safety
-76.6%
Fair Value
$150.01
Current Price
$264.65
$114.64 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 32.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 3.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 8.5x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ET
The strongest argument for ET centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 32.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UNP
The strongest argument for UNP centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.2% and operating margin at 40.4%.
Bear Case : ET
The primary concerns for ET are Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ET profiles as a hypergrowth stock while UNP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
ET is growing revenue faster at 32.1% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ET scores higher overall (62/100 vs 60/100) and 32.1% 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.
Energy Transfer LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Energy Transfer LP offers energy related services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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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