Union Pacific Corp PEG Ratio
Data as of August 04, 2026
PEG Ratio
2.66
PE Ratio (TTM)
23.68
EPS (TTM)
$12.35
Sector
Road & Rail
How It's Calculated
2.66 = 23.68 ÷ Growth Rate
What This Means
Union Pacific Corp's PEG ratio of 2.66 is above 2, suggesting the stock may be overvalued relative to its growth rate. Investors are paying a premium for each unit of 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 PEG ratio adjusts the PE multiple for expected earnings growth, helping compare fast-growing and slow-growing names on a more equal footing. For Union Pacific Corp, a PEG near 1 is often described as fairly valued relative to growth, though the growth estimate itself can change quickly with guidance revisions.
Sector Comparison
Within the Road & Rail sector, PEG ratio levels vary with business model, growth rate, and capital structure. Union Pacific Corp's current PEG ratio of 2.66 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 is UNP's PEG ratio?
PEG adjusts PE for expected earnings growth: PEG ≈ PE ÷ earnings growth rate. Union Pacific Corp's PEG of 2.66 is a shorthand for growth-at-a-reasonable-price comparisons.
Does PEG suggest growth at a reasonable price?
PEG above 1.5 (2.66) may mean the market prices in high growth — or that growth estimates lag reality.
What are limitations of PEG for UNP?
PEG depends on a single growth estimate, ignores balance sheet risk, and can mislead when earnings are volatile. Use it with PE, margins, and Road & Rail peers — not as a standalone verdict.
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