Union Pacific president Elizabeth Whited sells $1.88 million in stock

OMAHA—Elizabeth F. Whited, President of Union Pacific Corp. (NYSE:UNP), recently sold 7,500 shares of the company’s common stock, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The sale took place on January 24, 2025, at a price of $250 per share, amounting to a total transaction value of $1.88 million.

The transaction was executed under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan, which Whited adopted on August 28, 2024. This plan allows insiders to set up a predetermined schedule for selling shares, providing a defense against potential accusations of insider trading.

In addition to the sale, Whited exercised options to acquire 7,500 shares at a price of $161.57 per share, totaling approximately $1.21 million. Following these transactions, Whited’s direct ownership of Union Pacific shares stands at 64,959.5973 shares.

Union Pacific, a major player in the railroad industry, continues to be a focal point for investors tracking insider transactions.

In other recent news, Union Pacific has been the focus of multiple analyst target adjustments following a strong fourth-quarter earnings report. The company’s earnings per share (EPS) of $2.91 surpassed both consensus and individual analyst estimates, with reduced expenses as the primary driver. Benchmark analyst Nathan Martin raised the stock target to $275, maintaining a buy rating, and emphasized Union Pacific’s potential for growth despite some areas of weak demand. Similarly, Baird analysts increased their stock target to $265, citing the company’s robust margin performance and potential for growth.

Citi analysts also raised Union Pacific’s stock target to $260, maintaining a neutral rating, while expressing caution due to the company’s exposure to cross-border tariffs and an elevated valuation compared to its industry peers. TD Cowen analysts increased their stock target to $258, maintaining a buy rating, and highlighted the company’s focus on productivity and operational efficiency. Stifel analysts raised their stock target to $270, reiterating a buy rating, and expressed confidence in the company’s performance and future prospects.

Union Pacific’s management has highlighted potential for further service and network efficiency enhancements, with expectations of net volume growth and continued strength in grain and industrial chemicals for the full year 2025. These recent developments reflect Union Pacific’s strong performance and future prospects, with analysts expecting the company to continue benefiting from productivity improvements and modest pricing gains.

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