Trinity Industries Inc (TRN)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
TRN
Trinity Industries Inc
$25.54
-4.38%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.22B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$272.13
+0.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $163.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Union Pacific Corporation generates 1144% more annual revenue ($25.41B vs $2.04B). UNP leads profitability with a 28.8% profit margin vs 16.6%. TRN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. TRN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
TRN
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
UNP
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-79.2%
Fair Value
$17.68
Current Price
$25.54
$7.86 premium
Margin of Safety
-89.0%
Fair Value
$144.86
Current Price
$272.13
$127.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 620.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Revenue declined 4.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 8.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TRN
The strongest argument for TRN centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.6% and operating margin at 12.1%. PEG of 0.69 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 28.8% and operating margin at 41.0%. Revenue growth of 11.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TRN
The primary concerns for TRN are Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.57 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
TRN profiles as a declining stock while UNP is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
UNP is growing revenue faster at 11.5% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TRN scores higher overall (75/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 16.6% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Trinity Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
Trinity Industries, Inc. provides rail transportation products and services in North America. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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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