Quanta Services Inc (PWR)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$785.29
+1.77%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $113.65B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$268.23
+1.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Quanta Services Inc generates 22% more annual revenue ($30.12B vs $24.70B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.2% profit margin vs 3.7%. PWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.43. UNP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
PWR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PWR.
Margin of Safety
-76.0%
Fair Value
$150.01
Current Price
$268.23
$118.22 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 51.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
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 13.1x book value
3.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Trading at 8.6x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.3% 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 29.2% and operating margin at 40.4%.
Bear Case : PWR
The primary concerns for PWR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. A P/E of 102.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% 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
PWR profiles as a growth stock while UNP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
PWR is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UNP scores higher overall (60/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 29.2% margins. 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.
Quanta Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Quanta Services is an American corporation that provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, industrial and communications industries. Capabilities include the planning, design, installation, program management, maintenance and repair of most types of network infrastructure.
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.
Compare with Other ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?