Glenview Trust Co Buys New Shares in Union Pacific Corporation $UNP

Glenview Trust Co purchased a new stake in Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:UNP) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 136,268 shares of the railroad operator’s stock, valued at approximately $33,061,000.

Several other institutional investors and hedge funds have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in UNP. Tucker Asset Management LLC bought a new position in shares of Union Pacific in the 4th quarter valued at about $25,000. SWAN Capital LLC increased its position in shares of Union Pacific by 2,575.0% in the fourth quarter. SWAN Capital LLC now owns 107 shares of the railroad operator’s stock valued at $25,000 after acquiring an additional 103 shares during the last quarter. Cornerstone Financial Management LLC bought a new stake in Union Pacific during the fourth quarter worth about $27,000. Scarborough Advisors LLC bought a new stake in Union Pacific during the first quarter worth about $27,000. Finally, Merkkuri Wealth Advisors LLC acquired a new position in Union Pacific during the first quarter valued at approximately $29,000. 80.38% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

A number of research firms have weighed in on UNP. BMO Capital Markets restated a “market perform” rating and issued a $320.00 price target (up from $285.00) on shares of Union Pacific in a research note on Friday, July 24th. Stephens raised shares of Union Pacific to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, July 8th. Weiss Ratings upgraded shares of Union Pacific from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a report on Friday, July 24th. Susquehanna upped their price target on shares of Union Pacific from $305.00 to $333.00 and gave the stock a “positive” rating in a research report on Tuesday, July 14th. Finally, Barclays reaffirmed an “overweight” rating and set a $350.00 price target (up from $315.00) on shares of Union Pacific in a research report on Friday, July 24th. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fourteen have issued a Buy rating and six have issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, Union Pacific currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $320.89.

Union Pacific Stock Performance

UNP opened at $307.45 on Friday. The company has a quick ratio of 0.82, a current ratio of 0.99 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.40. Union Pacific Corporation has a 12-month low of $210.84 and a 12-month high of $315.99. The business has a 50 day moving average of $290.07 and a 200-day moving average of $269.54. The stock has a market cap of $182.65 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 24.89, a PEG ratio of 3.17 and a beta of 0.96.

Union Pacific (NYSE:UNP) last posted its earnings results on Thursday, July 23rd. The railroad operator reported $3.41 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $3.26 by $0.15. Union Pacific had a return on equity of 38.46% and a net margin of 28.85%.The business had revenue of $6.86 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $6.72 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the firm earned $3.03 EPS. The firm’s revenue was up 11.5% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, equities research analysts expect that Union Pacific Corporation will post 12.93 earnings per share for the current year.

Union Pacific Increases Dividend

The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Wednesday, September 30th. Shareholders of record on Monday, August 31st will be given a dividend of $1.42 per share. This represents a $5.68 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.8%. This is a positive change from Union Pacific’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.38. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, August 31st. Union Pacific’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 45.99%.

Trending Headlines about Union Pacific

Here are the key news stories impacting Union Pacific this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Merger application advances: Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern urged the Surface Transportation Board (STB) to reject opponents’ preliminary challenges, arguing that their application satisfies the threshold for a full regulatory review. Progress toward review keeps potential network synergies and long-term growth benefits in focus. Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern defend rail merger application as STB review advances
• Positive Sentiment: Analyst endorsement: Erste Group Bank initiated coverage with a “buy” rating, adding a new bullish view on UNP’s valuation and outlook. Erste Group initiates coverage of Union Pacific
• Positive Sentiment: Dividend appeal: Union Pacific was highlighted as a railroad with a solid five-year dividend-growth record, supporting its appeal to income-oriented investors. Recent coverage also pointed to the dividend and second-quarter 2026 earnings as factors supporting the outlook. 2 Dividend-Paying Stocks From the Railroad Industry to Consider
• Neutral Sentiment: Investor-event watch: CEO Jim Vena and CFO Jennifer Hamann will participate in a Bernstein Research virtual fireside chat on September 1. Management commentary on merger timing, volumes, pricing, costs and rail efficiency could provide a near-term trading catalyst. Union Pacific CEO and CFO to Participate in Bernstein Fireside Chat
• Negative Sentiment: Execution and regulatory risks remain: Coverage described a fresh test for Union Pacific’s rail efficiency, while the merger still faces STB scrutiny and opposition. These issues may be limiting enthusiasm even as the companies argue the application merits full review. Union Pacific Faces a Fresh Test of Rail Efficiency

Insider Buying and Selling

In other Union Pacific news, EVP Eric J. Gehringer sold 2,991 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Wednesday, June 3rd. The shares were sold at an average price of $263.96, for a total value of $789,504.36. Following the transaction, the executive vice president directly owned 43,012 shares in the company, valued at $11,353,447.52. The trade was a 6.50% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this hyperlink. 0.22% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.

Union Pacific Company Profile

Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP) is one of the largest freight railroad companies in the United States. Its principal operating subsidiary, Union Pacific Railroad, has roots that trace back to the Pacific Railway Act of 1862 and the construction of the first transcontinental rail link completed in 1869. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, and operates as a holding company for rail transportation and related services.

Union Pacific’s core business is the movement of freight by rail across an extensive rail network serving the western two‑thirds of the United States.