Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
KMI
Kinder Morgan Inc
$31.41
-0.35%
ENERGY · Cap: $70.13B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$264.65
-0.09%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $157.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Union Pacific Corporation generates 41% more annual revenue ($24.70B vs $17.52B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.2% profit margin vs 18.9%. UNP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.30. KMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
KMI
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-29.2%
Fair Value
$24.34
Current Price
$31.41
$7.07 premium
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
Earnings expanding 36.0% YoY
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.5x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMI
The strongest argument for KMI centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 29.9%. Revenue growth of 13.8% 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 29.2% and operating margin at 40.4%.
Bear Case : KMI
The primary concerns for KMI are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KMI profiles as a mature 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.
KMI is growing revenue faster at 13.8% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KMI scores higher overall (64/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 18.9% margins and 13.8% 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.
Kinder Morgan Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Kinder Morgan, Inc. is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. The company specializes in owning and controlling oil and gas pipelines and terminals.
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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