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NYSE:NSC 28 September 2025 - 3 February 2026

Union Pacific stock price rises 2% as UNP tracks rail rally; merger deadline in focus

Union Pacific stock price rises 2% as UNP tracks rail rally; merger deadline in focus

Union Pacific shares rose 2.2% to $240.34 Tuesday afternoon, rebounding from a session low after earlier declines. CSX, Norfolk Southern, and Canadian Pacific Kansas City also gained. Investors are focused on the regulatory review of Union Pacific’s proposed merger with Norfolk Southern and freight demand projections for 2026. The Surface Transportation Board returned the merger application last month, citing missing data.
Union Pacific stock jumps 3% as earnings near and Norfolk Southern merger reset stays in focus

Union Pacific stock jumps 3% as earnings near and Norfolk Southern merger reset stays in focus

Union Pacific shares rose about 3% to $228.42 Wednesday as rail stocks rallied ahead of the company’s Jan. 27 earnings release. Regulators last week ordered Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern to revise their $85 billion merger filing, citing missing details. The Surface Transportation Board set a Feb. 17 deadline for the companies to respond. CSX and Norfolk Southern shares also gained nearly 3%.
Union Pacific stock slips as rivals press regulators to reject Norfolk Southern merger filing; UNP sets Q4 earnings date

Union Pacific stock slips as rivals press regulators to reject Norfolk Southern merger filing; UNP sets Q4 earnings date

Union Pacific shares closed down 0.6% to $233.11 after rival railroads asked regulators to reject its merger application with Norfolk Southern as incomplete. The Surface Transportation Board is reviewing whether the $85 billion deal’s filing meets requirements, with a decision expected after Jan. 2. Canadian Pacific Kansas City and CSX cited missing data and insufficient detail on competition impacts. Union Pacific will report fourth-quarter results Jan. 27.
Industrials Stocks Outlook: Defense, Transport, and Capex Themes Head Into the Final Week of 2025

Industrials Stocks Outlook: Defense, Transport, and Capex Themes Head Into the Final Week of 2025

U.S. industrials stocks held gains in thin post-holiday trading, with the sector seen as a year-end leader despite light volume. Defense shares drew attention after China imposed new sanctions on U.S. firms tied to Taiwan arms sales. The broader market closed slightly lower Friday, tracking the seasonal “Santa Claus rally” period. Investors are watching defense spending, transport demand, and business investment as 2026 approaches.
Union Pacific (UNP) Stock After Hours Today (Dec. 24, 2025): Merger Scrutiny, Holiday-Thin Trading, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Union Pacific (UNP) Stock After Hours Today (Dec. 24, 2025): Merger Scrutiny, Holiday-Thin Trading, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Union Pacific closed at $235.05 on Dec. 24, up 0.38% in a holiday-shortened session, then slipped to $234.34 in after-hours trading. U.S. markets will remain closed Dec. 25 for Christmas. The Surface Transportation Board set Dec. 29 as the deadline for comments on Union Pacific’s merger application with Norfolk Southern.
Union Pacific (UNP) Stock: What to Know Before the U.S. Market Opens on Dec. 15, 2025

Union Pacific (UNP) Stock: What to Know Before the U.S. Market Opens on Dec. 15, 2025

Union Pacific shareholders approved the proposed Norfolk Southern acquisition with 99.5% of votes cast, representing nearly 80% of outstanding shares. The companies plan to file their formal merger application with the Surface Transportation Board on Dec. 19. UNP closed Friday at $239.95, up 1.62%, with after-hours trading flat near $240. The STB has classified the deal as a major merger, signaling a lengthy review.
15 December 2025
Union Pacific (UNP) Stock on December 1, 2025: Merger Risks, Dividend Strength and Wall Street’s 2026 Price Targets

Union Pacific (UNP) Stock on December 1, 2025: Merger Risks, Dividend Strength and Wall Street’s 2026 Price Targets

Union Pacific closed at $231.36 on December 1, 2025, valuing the company at $137 billion, with shares trading between $204.66 and $256.84 over the past year. Q3 adjusted EPS rose 12% to $3.08, net income climbed 9% to $1.8 billion, and operating revenue reached $6.24 billion. The company faces elevated regulatory and merger risk as it pursues an $85 billion Norfolk Southern deal.
5 NYSE Stocks to Watch Today (November 14, 2025): WMT, MRK, BMY, NSC, VRT

5 NYSE Stocks to Watch Today (November 14, 2025): WMT, MRK, BMY, NSC, VRT

Walmart shares dropped up to 3% after the company named John Furner as CEO, replacing Doug McMillon effective February 2026. Merck agreed to buy Cidara Therapeutics for $9.2 billion in cash, gaining access to a late-stage flu prevention drug. U.S. equity futures fell sharply as tech stocks continued to slide and traders lowered expectations for a near-term Fed rate cut.
CSX CEO Abruptly Departs Amid Rail Merger Frenzy – What’s Next?

CSX Delivers Earnings Surprise: Stock Jumps as New CEO Navigates Rail Merger Frenzy

CSX shares rose about 3% to $36–$37 after reporting adjusted Q3 profit of $0.44 per share, beating expectations. Revenue matched forecasts at $3.59 billion as higher intermodal volumes offset weak coal demand. Net income fell 22% year-over-year due to one-time charges. The report marked Steve Angel’s first quarter as CEO following a recent leadership shakeup.
CSX CEO Abruptly Departs Amid Rail Merger Frenzy – What’s Next?

CSX CEO Abruptly Departs Amid Rail Merger Frenzy – What’s Next?

CSX named Steve Angel as its new President and CEO, effective Sept. 28, replacing Joe Hinrichs after investor pressure for leadership change and potential rail consolidation. The move follows hedge fund Ancora Holdings’ public criticism of CSX’s performance and calls for a merger. Angel previously led Praxair and Linde. The announcement comes as industry rivals Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern pursue an $85 billion merger.
Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

The Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points to 4.00–4.25% in mid-September, citing slowing growth as inflation remains above target. The S&P 500 is up about 13% in 2025, but strategists warn valuations are high. Compass agreed to buy Anywhere for $4.2 billion in stock, sending Anywhere shares up nearly 49%. The U.S. implemented a new auto trade pact with the EU, lowering tariffs to 15% as of August 1.
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