Space Exploration Technologies Corp. Class A Common Stock (SPCX)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
SPCX
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. Class A Common Stock
$151.21
+2.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.95T
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$284.40
-0.48%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $168.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Union Pacific Corporation generates 10% more annual revenue ($25.41B vs $23.04B). UNP leads profitability with a 28.8% profit margin vs -35.7%. UNP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SPCX
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
UNP
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 91.9% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.7x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 8.7x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SPCX
The strongest argument for SPCX centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 91.9% 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 28.8% and operating margin at 41.0%. Revenue growth of 11.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SPCX
The primary concerns for SPCX are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SPCX profiles as a hypergrowth stock while UNP is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPCX is growing revenue faster at 91.9% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
UNP scores higher overall (66/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 28.8% margins and 11.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. Class A Common Stock
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. The company is headquartered in Starbase, 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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