Walt Disney Company (DIS)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
DIS
Walt Disney Company
$108.02
-0.59%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $188.69B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$264.65
-0.09%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $157.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walt Disney Company generates 294% more annual revenue ($97.26B vs $24.70B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.2% profit margin vs 11.5%. DIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.08. UNP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
DIS
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+16.1%
Fair Value
$126.48
Current Price
$108.02
$18.46 discount
Margin of Safety
-76.6%
Fair Value
$150.01
Current Price
$264.65
$114.64 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.9B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 29.8%
Trading at 8.5x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DIS
The strongest argument for DIS centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : UNP
The strongest argument for UNP centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.2% and operating margin at 40.4%.
Bear Case : DIS
The primary concerns for DIS are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DIS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
DIS is growing revenue faster at 6.5% — sustainability is the question.
DIS generates stronger free cash flow (4.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENTERTAINMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
UNP scores higher overall (60/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 29.2% margins. DIS offers better value entry with a 16.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Walt Disney Company
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
The Walt Disney Company, commonly known as Disney, is an American diversified multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate headquartered at the Walt Disney Studios complex in Burbank, California.
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INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
The Union Pacific Corporation (Union Pacific) is a publicly traded railroad holding company. It was incorporated in Utah in 1969 and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. It is the parent company of the current, Delaware-registered, form of the Union Pacific Railroad.
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