Union Pacific UNP Return on invested capital

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FAQ

What is Union Pacific's return on invested capital?

Union Pacific (UNP) reported return on invested capital of 15.8% in Q2 2026.

How has Union Pacific's return on invested capital changed year-over-year?

Union Pacific's return on invested capital increased by 0.7% year-over-year, from 15.7% to 15.8%.

What is the long-term trend for Union Pacific's return on invested capital?

Over 4 years (2020 to 2025), Union Pacific's return on invested capital has grown at a 3.9% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from 13.3% to 15.6%.

What does return on invested capital mean?

Net operating profit after tax (operating income taxed at the effective rate) divided by average invested capital (debt plus equity minus cash). Measures the after-tax return on all capital put to work in the business, independent of capital structure.