Taseko Mines Ltd (TGB)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
TGB
Taseko Mines Ltd
$6.20
+4.03%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.26B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$241.33
+0.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $142.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Union Pacific Corporation generates 3542% more annual revenue ($24.51B vs $672.90M). UNP leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs -4.5%. TGB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. UNP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
TGB
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TGB.
Margin of Safety
-13.1%
Fair Value
$211.98
Current Price
$241.33
$29.35 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 45.3% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 45.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TGB
The strongest argument for TGB centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 45.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.33 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 29.1% and operating margin at 40.9%.
Bear Case : TGB
The primary concerns for TGB are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TGB profiles as a hypergrowth stock while UNP is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.89 — expect wider price swings.
TGB is growing revenue faster at 45.3% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UNP scores higher overall (60/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 29.1% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Taseko Mines Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Taseko Mines Limited, a mining company, acquires, develops and operates mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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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