Ford Motor Company (F)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
F
Ford Motor Company
$11.67
-1.44%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $47.24B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$241.33
+0.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $142.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ford Motor Company generates 664% more annual revenue ($187.27B vs $24.51B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs -4.4%. UNP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.69. UNP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
F
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for F.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
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
1.7% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -20.2% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : F
The strongest argument for F centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
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 : F
The primary concerns for F are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 4.66 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
F profiles as a turnaround stock while UNP is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
F carries more volatility with a beta of 1.67 — expect wider price swings.
UNP is growing revenue faster at -0.6% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UNP scores higher overall (60/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 29.1% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Ford Motor Company
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
Ford Motor Company, commonly known as Ford, is an American multinational automaker that has its main headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan.
Visit Website →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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