Union Pacific Corporation (UNP)vsWalmart Inc. Common Stock (WMT)
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$241.33
+0.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $142.22B
WMT
Walmart Inc. Common Stock
$123.06
+0.83%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $973.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. Common Stock generates 2810% more annual revenue ($713.16B vs $24.51B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs 3.1%. UNP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.69. UNP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.1%
Fair Value
$211.98
Current Price
$241.33
$29.35 premium
Margin of Safety
-563.0%
Fair Value
$18.56
Current Price
$123.06
$104.50 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 6.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.6%
Trading at 9.8x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 44.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UNP profiles as a declining stock while WMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
WMT is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (6.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UNP scores higher overall (60/100 vs 43/100), 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.
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.
Walmart Inc. Common Stock
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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