Union Pacific Corp P/B Ratio
Data as of August 04, 2026
P/B Ratio
9.36
Stock Price
$291.23
Book Value/Share
$31.13
Sector
Road & Rail
How It's Calculated
9.36 = $291.23 ÷ $31.13
What This Means
Union Pacific Corp's P/B ratio of 9.36 is above 6. Asset-light business models and unrecognized intangible assets can make book value a limited denominator; the multiple alone does not determine fair value.
About Union Pacific Corp
Union Pacific Corp (UNP) operates in the Road & Rail sector, specifically in Road & Rail. With a market capitalization of about $173.55B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $291.23, within a 52-week range of $210.84 to $315.99 (-7.8% from the high, +38.1% from the low). Beta of 0.97 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.
Trailing profit margin is about 28.9%, signaling a strong profit margin relative to many peers.
Understanding This Metric
The price-to-book ratio compares market price to net asset value per share. For Union Pacific Corp, P/B is especially useful when earnings are volatile or temporarily depressed. In Road & Rail, asset-heavy business models often anchor closer to book value, while asset-light models may trade far above book.
Sector Comparison
Within the Road & Rail sector, P/B ratio levels vary with business model, growth rate, and capital structure. Union Pacific Corp's current P/B ratio of 9.36 should be read alongside other UNP metrics on this site and with sector norms — not in isolation. View all Road & Rail stocks.
Key Takeaways
- UNP is grouped in the Road & Rail sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.97 suggests market-like price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 28.9% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does UNP's price-to-book ratio indicate?
P/B compares share price to book value per share. Union Pacific Corp's P/B of 9.36 reflects how the market prices net assets — especially relevant for asset-heavy Road & Rail business models.
Is 9.36 above or below book value?
A P/B above 1.0 (9.36) means the market values UNP above accounting book value — often due to brands, growth, or intangible assets.
How does P/B compare within Road & Rail?
Compare UNP's P/B with sector leaders and with return on equity to see if valuation fits profitability.
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