The Trade War Has Crushed Transportation Companies, But This Dividend-Paying Value Stock Could Still Win
The transportation industry is highly sensitive to tariffs. Tariffs can affect freight costs, disrupt supply chains, and lower trade volumes.Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) is one of the largest railroads in North America. With a focus on the western two-thirds of the U.S., it also connects to Canada's rail systems and serves all six major Mexico gateways.On paper, Union Pacific may appear to be highly sensitive to trade tensions. However, the company reported good earnings in its most recent quarter and held its prior guidance steady during a period when many companies are slashing their forecasts.Continue reading
The transportation industry is highly sensitive to tariffs. Tariffs can affect freight costs, disrupt supply chains, and lower trade volumes.
Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) is one of the largest railroads in North America. With a focus on the western two-thirds of the U.S., it also connects to Canada's rail systems and serves all six major Mexico gateways.
On paper, Union Pacific may appear to be highly sensitive to trade tensions. However, the company reported good earnings in its most recent quarter and held its prior guidance steady during a period when many companies are slashing their forecasts.
