Energy Transfer LP (ET)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
ET
Energy Transfer LP
$19.14
-0.36%
ENERGY · Cap: $66.09B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$241.33
+0.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $142.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Transfer LP generates 249% more annual revenue ($85.54B vs $24.51B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs 5.2%. ET appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.64. ET earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ET
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-121.3%
Fair Value
$8.23
Current Price
$19.14
$10.91 premium
Margin of Safety
-13.1%
Fair Value
$211.98
Current Price
$241.33
$29.35 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 29.6% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Earnings declined 15.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ET
The strongest argument for ET centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 29.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.64 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UNP
The strongest argument for UNP centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 40.9%.
Bear Case : ET
The primary concerns for ET are Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ET profiles as a growth stock while UNP is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
ET is growing revenue faster at 29.6% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ET scores higher overall (63/100 vs 60/100) and 29.6% revenue growth. 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.
Energy Transfer LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Energy Transfer LP offers energy related services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Union Pacific Corporation
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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