Honda Motor Co Ltd ADR (HMC)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
HMC
Honda Motor Co Ltd ADR
$24.51
+1.87%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $31.80B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$264.65
-0.09%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $157.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Honda Motor Co Ltd ADR generates 86279% more annual revenue ($21.34T vs $24.70B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.2% profit margin vs 2.3%. UNP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.30. UNP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
HMC
Hold39
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 HMC.
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 160.9B 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
ROE of 4.3% — below average capital efficiency
2.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.9%
Trading at 8.5x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HMC
The strongest argument for HMC centers on P/E Ratio, 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 29.2% and operating margin at 40.4%.
Bear Case : HMC
The primary concerns for HMC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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.
UNP is growing revenue faster at 3.2% — sustainability is the question.
HMC generates stronger free cash flow (160.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AUTO MANUFACTURERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
UNP scores higher overall (60/100 vs 39/100), 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.
Honda Motor Co Ltd ADR
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. develops, manufactures, and distributes motorcycles, automobiles, electrical products, and other products in Japan, North America, Europe, Asia, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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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