MasTec Inc (MTZ)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
MTZ
MasTec Inc
$433.28
-0.97%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $32.90B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$268.23
+1.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Union Pacific Corporation generates 62% more annual revenue ($24.70B vs $15.28B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.2% profit margin vs 3.0%. MTZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.54. UNP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
MTZ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-38.8%
Fair Value
$190.97
Current Price
$433.28
$242.31 premium
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
Revenue surging 34.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 508.0% YoY
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
Trading at 10.4x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.6x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MTZ
The strongest argument for MTZ centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 34.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : MTZ
The primary concerns for MTZ are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 82.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.0% 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
MTZ profiles as a hypergrowth stock while UNP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.80 — expect wider price swings.
MTZ is growing revenue faster at 34.5% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UNP scores higher overall (60/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 29.2% margins. 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.
MasTec Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
MasTec, Inc., an infrastructure construction company, provides engineering, construction, installation, maintenance, and upgrade services for communications, energy, utilities, and other infrastructure primarily in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida.
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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