Union Pacific Railroad Celebrates 250 Years of American Independence
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 1h ago
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Source: Businesswire
- First Coast-to-Coast Steam Tour: Union Pacific Railroad will launch its inaugural coast-to-coast steam tour on March 29, featuring the iconic Big Boy No. 4014, which is expected to draw significant public interest while highlighting its historical importance in America.
- New Commemorative Locomotive: The new locomotive No. 1776 will symbolize the 250th anniversary of America, showcasing the emblem of the America250 Commission established by Congress, reflecting the company's respect for national history and commitment to the future.
- Historical Significance: Since President Abraham Lincoln signed the Pacific Railway Act in 1862, railroads have played a crucial role in America's industrial and manufacturing sectors, fostering the growth of new industries, with Union Pacific reaffirming its vital role in the national economy through this event.
- Commitment to Eco-Friendly Transport: Operating in 23 western states, Union Pacific is dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and efficient service, emphasizing that rail transport is the most environmentally responsible way to move freight, helping to protect future generations.
Analyst Views on UNP
Wall Street analysts forecast UNP stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for UNP is 265.27 USD with a low forecast of 245.00 USD and a high forecast of 289.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
15 Analyst Rating
9 Buy
6 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 229.650
Low
245.00
Averages
265.27
High
289.00
Current: 229.650
Low
245.00
Averages
265.27
High
289.00
About UNP
Union Pacific Corporation, through its principal operating company, Union Pacific Railroad Company, connects over 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail, providing a critical link in the global supply chain. It maintains coordinated schedules with other rail carriers to move freight to and from the Atlantic Coast, the Pacific Coast, the Southeast, the Southwest, Canada, and Mexico. The railroad’s diversified business mix includes bulk, industrial, and premium. Its Bulk shipments consist of grain and grain products, fertilizer, food and refrigerated, and coal and renewables. The Industrial shipments consist of several categories, including construction, industrial chemicals, plastics, forest products, specialized products (primarily waste, salt, and roofing), metals and ores, petroleum, liquid petroleum gases (LPG), soda ash, and sand. Its Premium shipments include finished automobiles, automotive parts, and merchandise in intermodal containers.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
