Ferrovial SE (FER)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
FER
Ferrovial SE
$69.60
+2.58%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $49.47B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$268.23
+1.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Union Pacific Corporation generates 157% more annual revenue ($24.70B vs $9.63B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.2% profit margin vs 9.2%. UNP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.28. UNP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
FER
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FER.
Margin of Safety
-76.0%
Fair Value
$150.01
Current Price
$268.23
$118.22 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 1.4B 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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 87.6%
Trading at 8.6x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FER
The strongest argument for FER centers on 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 29.2% and operating margin at 40.4%.
Bear Case : FER
The primary concerns for FER are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 48.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UNP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
FER is growing revenue faster at 5.7% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
UNP scores higher overall (60/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 29.2% 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.
Ferrovial SE
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Ferrovial SE, engages in the development, construction, and operation of highways and airports in the United States, Poland, Spain, the United Kingdom, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
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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