Ross Stores Inc (ROST)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
ROST
Ross Stores Inc
$225.81
+0.59%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $73.04B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$264.65
-0.09%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $157.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Union Pacific Corporation generates 9% more annual revenue ($24.70B vs $22.75B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.2% profit margin vs 9.4%. UNP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.30. UNP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
ROST
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4.9%
Fair Value
$183.53
Current Price
$225.81
$42.28 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
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.8x book value
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 : ROST
The strongest argument for ROST centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 12.2% 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 : ROST
The primary concerns for ROST are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UNP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
ROST is growing revenue faster at 12.2% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor APPAREL RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
UNP scores higher overall (60/100 vs 56/100), 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.
Ross Stores Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
Ross Stores, Inc., operating under the brand name Ross Dress for Less, is an American chain of discount department stores headquartered in Dublin, California.
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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