Union Pacific (UNP) Stock Forecast & Price Target

$246.45 +0.82 (+0.33%)

(As of 01:21 PM ET)

Union Pacific - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2024)

MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.

Consensus Rating

Moderate Buy

Based on 20 Analyst Ratings

Sell
0

Hold
8

Buy
12

Based on 20 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Union Pacific in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 20 analysts, 8 have given a hold rating, 11 have given a buy rating, and 1 has given a strong buy rating for UNP.

Consensus Price Target

$259.80
5.42% Upside

According to the 20 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Union Pacific, the average price target is $259.80. The highest price target for UNP is $285.00, while the lowest price target for UNP is $210.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 5.42% from the current price of $246.45.

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UNP Analyst Ratings Over Time

Type	Current Forecast 11/28/23 to 11/27/24	1 Month Ago 10/29/23 to 10/28/24	3 Months Ago 8/30/23 to 8/29/24	1 Year Ago 11/28/22 to 11/28/23
Strong Buy	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy	11 Buy rating(s)	11 Buy rating(s)	12 Buy rating(s)	14 Buy rating(s)
Hold	8 Hold rating(s)	8 Hold rating(s)	6 Hold rating(s)	9 Hold rating(s)
Sell	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target	$259.80	$259.15	$258.79	$238.96
Forecasted Upside	5.42% Upside	11.71% Upside	2.21% Upside	8.01% Upside
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy

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UNP Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.

UNP Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.

Union Pacific Stock vs. The Competition

Type	Union Pacific	Transportation Companies	S&P 500
Consensus Rating Score	2.65	2.58	2.50
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy
Predicted Upside	5.77% Upside	33.67% Upside	6.73% Upside
News Sentiment Rating	Positive News See Recent UNP News	Positive News	Positive News

Recent Analyst Forecasts and Stock Ratings

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Date	Brokerage	Analyst Name	Action	Rating	Price Target	Upside/Downside on Report Date
11/13/2024	Barclays 3 of 5 stars		Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$275.00 ➝ $285.00	+18.75%
11/12/2024	Citigroup 3 of 5 stars	A. Rosa Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Neutral ➝ Neutral	$255.00 ➝ $267.00	+11.67%
10/25/2024	TD Cowen 4 of 5 stars		Lower Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$255.00 ➝ $252.00	+8.77%
10/25/2024	Royal Bank of Canada Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$288.00 ➝ $283.00	+22.61%
10/25/2024	Stifel Nicolaus Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$265.00 ➝ $262.00	+13.43%
10/25/2024	JPMorgan Chase & Co. Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Neutral ➝ Neutral	$263.00 ➝ $252.00	+9.10%
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10/25/2024	Benchmark Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Reiterated Rating	Buy ➝ Buy	$266.00 ➝ $266.00	+15.48%
10/25/2024	Susquehanna Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Neutral ➝ Neutral	$260.00 ➝ $255.00	+10.71%
10/25/2024	Robert W. Baird Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$270.00 ➝ $260.00	+12.68%
10/25/2024	Wells Fargo & Company Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$270.00 ➝ $255.00	+10.51%
10/14/2024	Raymond James Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Strong-Buy ➝ Strong-Buy	$265.00 ➝ $275.00	+13.49%
10/9/2024	Sanford C. Bernstein Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$277.00 ➝ $272.00	+14.49%
9/25/2024	Evercore ISI Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	J. Chappell Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Downgrade	Outperform ➝ Inline	$254.00 ➝ $247.00	-0.78%
9/24/2024	Bank of America Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$273.00 ➝ $270.00	+9.14%
9/20/2024	BMO Capital Markets Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$280.00 ➝ $275.00	+12.67%
9/4/2024	Daiwa America Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	J. Nathan Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Downgrade	Moderate Buy ➝ Hold
6/17/2024	Loop Capital Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	R. Paterson Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Downgrade	Buy ➝ Hold	$276.00 ➝ $238.00	+7.16%
4/26/2024	Morgan Stanley Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Equal Weight ➝ Equal Weight	$198.00 ➝ $210.00	-13.28%
4/11/2024	The Goldman Sachs Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$248.00 ➝ $274.00	+16.27%
4/8/2024	Jefferies Financial Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Initiated Coverage	Hold	$250.00	+3.30%
1/26/2024	UBS Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Neutral ➝ Neutral	$235.00 ➝ $248.00	+3.56%
10/20/2023	Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Upgrade	Hold ➝ Buy	$223.00 ➝ $235.00	+11.79%
7/27/2023	Stephens Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$232.00 ➝ $257.00	+7.96%
7/27/2023	Credit Suisse Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target		$235.00 ➝ $262.00	+10.06%
7/27/2023	Atlantic Securities Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Downgrade	Overweight ➝ Neutral	$244.00	+2.50%
4/21/2023	Wolfe Research Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Outperform	$221.00 ➝ $220.00	+9.91%
1/25/2023	TD Securities Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Hold	$230.00 ➝ $225.00	+12.44%
1/25/2023	Cowen Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Outperform	$213.00 ➝ $222.00	+9.26%

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Should I Buy Union Pacific Stock? UNP Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Friday, November 22, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Union Pacific pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Union Pacific
Bull Case

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Union Pacific Co.:

Strong Revenue Growth: Union Pacific Co. reported a revenue of $6.09 billion for the latest quarter, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 2.5%. This growth indicates a solid demand for its services, which is a positive sign for potential investors.
High Return on Equity: The company boasts a return on equity of 41.79%, which suggests that it is effective at generating profits from its equity investments. A high return on equity is often viewed favorably by investors as it indicates efficient management.
Attractive Earnings Potential: Analysts predict that Union Pacific Co. will achieve earnings per share of 10.94 for the current fiscal year, showcasing the company's potential for profitability and growth.
Current Stock Price: As of now, Union Pacific Co. is trading at approximately $241.86, which is near its 50-day moving average. This could indicate a stable price point for investors looking to enter the market.
Market Capitalization: With a market cap of $142.11 billion, Union Pacific Co. is a large and established player in the railroad industry, which can provide a sense of stability and reliability for investors.

Union Pacific
Bear Case

Investors should be bearish about investing in Union Pacific Co. for these reasons:

Missed Earnings Estimates: In the latest quarter, Union Pacific Co. reported earnings per share of $2.75, which was below the consensus estimate of $2.78. This shortfall may raise concerns about the company's ability to meet market expectations.
High Debt-to-Equity Ratio: The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.79, indicating that it relies significantly on debt to finance its operations. High levels of debt can pose risks, especially in economic downturns.
Current Ratio Below 1: With a current ratio of 0.77, Union Pacific Co. may face challenges in meeting its short-term liabilities, which could be a red flag for potential investors regarding liquidity.
Analyst Downgrades: Recent reports indicate that several analysts have downgraded their ratings on Union Pacific Co., which may suggest a lack of confidence in the company's near-term performance.
Stock Volatility: The beta of 1.06 indicates that the stock is slightly more volatile than the market. This could lead to greater price fluctuations, which may not be suitable for all investors.

UNP Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

: According to the research reports of 20 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Union Pacific is $259.80, with a high forecast of $285.00 and a low forecast of $210.00.
: 20 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Union Pacific in the last year. There are currently 8 hold ratings, 11 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" UNP shares.
: According to analysts, Union Pacific's stock has a predicted upside of 5.42% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.
: Over the previous 90 days, Union Pacific's stock had 2 downgrades by analysts.
: Union Pacific has been rated by research analysts at Bank of America, Barclays, Benchmark, BMO Capital Markets, Citigroup, Daiwa America, Evercore ISI, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Raymond James, Robert W. Baird, Royal Bank of Canada, Sanford C. Bernstein, Stifel Nicolaus, Susquehanna, TD Cowen, and Wells Fargo & Company in the past 90 days.
: Analysts like Union Pacific more than other "transportation" companies. The consensus rating score for Union Pacific is 2.65 while the average consensus rating score for "transportation" companies is 2.58. Learn more on how UNP compares to other companies.

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Union Pacific (UNP) Stock Forecast & Price Target