Spotify Technology SA (SPOT)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
SPOT
Spotify Technology SA
$417.83
-2.25%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $87.44B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$264.65
-0.09%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $157.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Union Pacific Corporation generates 41% more annual revenue ($24.70B vs $17.53B). UNP leads profitability with a 29.2% profit margin vs 15.4%. SPOT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.83. SPOT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
SPOT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.3%
Fair Value
$337.63
Current Price
$417.83
$80.20 premium
Margin of Safety
-75.9%
Fair Value
$150.49
Current Price
$264.65
$114.16 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Earnings expanding 222.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.8x book value
Trading at 8.5x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SPOT
The strongest argument for SPOT centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 15.8%.
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 : SPOT
The primary concerns for SPOT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SPOT profiles as a mature stock while UNP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPOT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
SPOT is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SPOT scores higher overall (64/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 15.4% 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.
Spotify Technology SA
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Spotify Technology SA, provides audio streaming services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
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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