Previous close | 231.98 |
Open | 233.87 |
Bid | 238.10 x 1100 |
Ask | 239.00 x 800 |
Day's range | 236.12 - 242.48 |
52-week range | 190.45 - 258.66 |
Volume | |
Avg. volume | 2,264,879 |
Market cap | 146.804B |
Beta (5Y monthly) | 1.07 |
PE ratio (TTM) | 23.05 |
EPS (TTM) | 10.44 |
Earnings date | 25 Apr 2024 |
Forward dividend & yield | 5.20 (2.24%) |
Ex-dividend date | 28 Feb 2024 |
1y target est | 262.91 |
Performance Edges Past Analyst Expectations with Strategic Operational Improvements
Union Pacific's first-quarter profit crept 1% higher as the railroad tightened up on expenses — particularly its fuel bill — even though it delivered slightly less freight. Shipping volume was down 1% in the quarter. "These results build on the momentum we established as we exited 2023 and provide further proof of what's possible as we strive to be the best in safety, service and operational excellence,” CEO Jim Vena said.
Railroad operator Union Pacific said it will restart share repurchases in the second quarter as it beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter results on Thursday, with strong pricing offsetting lower volumes. In response to a challenging freight market, the railroad operator has continued to price its services above the rate of inflation, mirroring a trend seen across sectors such as retail and industrials. It has also sought to improve its service efficiency, which came under shareholder pressure in 2023 after the company's operating ratio rose for several quarters.