Union Pacific Corp. (NYSE:UNP) is demonstrating a clear acceleration in its operational and financial performance, fueled by significant productivity gains and a strong earnings beat in its latest quarter.

Union Pacific said on Tuesday it would buy smaller rival Norfolk Southern in an $85 billion deal to create the first U.S. coast-to-coast freight rail operator and reshape the movement of goods from grains to autos across the country.

Union Pacific's operational turnaround is evident, with improved journey times, productivity, and network efficiency, but the share price remains elevated. Despite strong execution and increased ...

And finally: Are we living up to our slogan of Building America? Union Pacific’s foundation is strong, and our 2024 results exemplify improvements in all key areas of our Safety, Service and Operational Excellence strategy. Financially, we delivered best-in-class in operating ratio, operating income, net income and total revenue.

Union Pacific expects earnings per share to be consistent with its three-year compound annual growth rate target of high single to low double digits, an industry-leading operating ratio and return ...