RTX Corporation (RTX)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
RTX
RTX Corporation
$197.68
-0.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $266.42B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$284.40
-0.48%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $168.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RTX Corporation generates 268% more annual revenue ($93.50B vs $25.41B). UNP leads profitability with a 28.8% profit margin vs 8.3%. RTX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.30. UNP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
RTX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
UNP
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 28.7% YoY
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 8.7x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RTX
The strongest argument for RTX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 14.5% 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 28.8% and operating margin at 41.0%. Revenue growth of 11.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : RTX
The primary concerns for RTX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RTX profiles as a value stock while UNP is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
RTX is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
RTX generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UNP scores higher overall (66/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 28.8% margins and 11.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
RTX Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Raytheon Technologies Corporation is an American multinational aerospace and defense conglomerate headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. It is one of the largest aerospace, intelligence services providers, and defense manufacturers in the world by revenue and market capitalization. Raytheon Technologies (RTX) researches, develops, and manufactures advanced technology products in the aerospace and defense industry, including aircraft engines, avionics, aerostructures, cybersecurity, guided missiles, air defense systems, satellites, and drones.
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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