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UNP vs. NSC: One Is a Growth Play, the Other a Merger Bet
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Union Pacific EarningsUnion Pacific Corporation (NYSE:UNP) delivered an operating revenue of $6.9 billion and an adjusted EPS of $3.41, marking a surprise of 3% and 5%, respectively.
Meanwhile, the company reported 6% EPS growth, with operating revenue up 12% YoY.
Norfolk Southern EarningsNorfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE:NSC)’s results surpassed its own expectations, with 7% net income and EPS growth.
Weighing the Investment CaseIn terms of EPS growth, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE:NSC) took the lead, but Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:UNP) stood out on operational efficiency.
UNP offers a revenue forward growth rate of 4.40%, which is above NSC’s 3.79% growth rate.