Union Pacific Corp PE Ratio
Data as of August 04, 2026
PE Ratio (TTM)
23.68
Stock Price
$291.23
EPS (TTM)
$12.35
Forward PE
21.50
How It's Calculated
23.68 = $291.23 ÷ $12.35
What This Means
Union Pacific Corp's PE ratio of 23.7 is in the moderate range, typical of established companies with steady earnings growth.
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 PE ratio is one of the most widely cited valuation multiples. For Union Pacific Corp, it reflects how much investors pay today for each dollar of trailing earnings. High-growth Road & Rail names often carry elevated PE ratios when the market prices in faster future profits, while mature companies with stable cash flows may trade at lower multiples even in the same sector.
Sector Comparison
Within the Road & Rail sector, PE ratio levels vary with business model, growth rate, and capital structure. Union Pacific Corp's current PE ratio of 23.68 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 PE ratio mean?
The PE ratio shows how much investors pay per dollar of trailing earnings for Union Pacific Corp. A trailing PE of 23.68 means the market is pricing the stock at 23.68 times last twelve months' EPS — useful for comparing valuation across time and versus Road & Rail peers, not as a buy/sell signal on its own.
Is 23.68 high or low vs sector peers?
Sector norms for Road & Rail vary widely by growth and profitability. Compare UNP's PE with industry leaders and its own history before labeling it high or low.
How often is this PE updated?
StockCalc refreshes UNP metrics on U.S. trading days; this page shows data as of August 04, 2026. PE moves with price daily and with EPS when companies report earnings.
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