Equitable Holdings Inc. Decreases Stake in Union Pacific Corporation $UNP

Equitable Holdings Inc. trimmed its position in shares of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:UNP) by 15.3% during the second quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 21,331 shares of the railroad operator’s stock after selling 3,860 shares during the period. Equitable Holdings Inc.’s holdings in Union Pacific were worth $5,802,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.

Other hedge funds have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Tucker Asset Management LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Union Pacific in the 4th quarter valued at $25,000. SWAN Capital LLC increased its holdings in 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 buying an additional 103 shares during the last quarter. Cornerstone Financial Management LLC purchased a new position in Union Pacific in the fourth quarter valued at $27,000. Scarborough Advisors LLC acquired a new stake in Union Pacific in the first quarter valued at $27,000. Finally, Merkkuri Wealth Advisors LLC acquired a new stake in Union Pacific in the first quarter valued at $29,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 80.38% of the company’s stock.

Union Pacific Stock Down 1.0%

Shares of NYSE UNP opened at $307.45 on Friday. The stock has a market cap of $182.65 billion, a PE ratio of 24.89, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 3.17 and a beta of 0.96. 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 52-week low of $210.84 and a 52-week high of $315.99. The business has a 50-day moving average price of $290.07 and a 200 day moving average price of $269.54.

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

Union Pacific Increases Dividend

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

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In

Several brokerages have recently weighed in on UNP. Raymond James Financial reissued a “strong-buy” rating on shares of Union Pacific in a research report on Monday, July 13th. The Goldman Sachs Group set a $317.00 price target on Union Pacific and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Thursday, July 23rd. Barclays reiterated an “overweight” rating and issued a $350.00 price target (up from $315.00) on shares of Union Pacific in a research note on Friday, July 24th. Wells Fargo & Company restated an “overweight” rating and set a $335.00 price objective (up from $315.00) on shares of Union Pacific in a research report on Friday, July 24th. Finally, UBS Group restated a “neutral” rating and issued a $310.00 target price (up from $286.00) on shares of Union Pacific in a report on Friday, July 24th. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fourteen have given a Buy rating and six have given a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, Union Pacific currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $320.89.

Insider Activity at Union Pacific

In related 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 completion of the sale, the executive vice president owned 43,012 shares in the company, valued at $11,353,447.52. This represents a 6.50% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through the SEC website. 0.22% of the stock is owned by insiders.

Key Stories Impacting 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

Union Pacific 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.