Space Exploration Technologies Corp. Class A Common Stock (SPCX)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
SPCX
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. Class A Common Stock
$160.95
+19.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.77T
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$272.32
+1.65%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $155.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Union Pacific Corporation generates 28% more annual revenue ($24.70B vs $19.30B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.2% profit margin vs -45.0%. UNP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
SPCX
Avoid23
out of 100
Grade: F
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
15.4% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 37 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
0.0% earnings growth
Trading at 27.0x book value
ROE of -11.9% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 8.7x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SPCX
The strongest argument for SPCX centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.4% 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 : SPCX
The primary concerns for SPCX are EPS Growth, Price/Book, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SPCX profiles as a growth stock while UNP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPCX is growing revenue faster at 15.4% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
UNP scores higher overall (60/100 vs 23/100), backed by strong 29.2% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. Class A Common Stock
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. The company is headquartered in Starbase, Texas.
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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