Union Pacific Corp (UNP) has declared a dividend of $1.38 per share, payable to shareholders of record. The ex-dividend date is set for December 4, 2025, meaning investors must own shares before this date to qualify for the upcoming payment. The dividend will be distributed on December 29, 2025.
With a current dividend yield of 2.46%, Union Pacific continues its practice of making quarterly payments to shareholders, providing them with regular income. This yield reflects the annual dividend income relative to the stock price.
As a major player in the road and rail industry, Union Pacific engages in railroad and freight transportation services, operating from its headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska. The company employs 29,711 full-time staff and maintains coordinated schedules with other rail carriers to facilitate freight movement across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Its diversified business mix includes bulk, industrial, and premium shipments, covering a wide range of goods from agricultural products to finished automobiles.
The announcement highlights the company's ongoing commitment to returning value to shareholders. Investors often examine dividend histories, payout ratios, and overall financial health when assessing the sustainability of such payments. Union Pacific's market capitalisation stands at $132.3 billion, with a P/E ratio of 18.76 and an EPS of 11.78.
Upcoming earnings reports are scheduled for April 22, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $2.94 and revenue of $6.2 billion, followed by another report on July 22, 2026, where the EPS is projected at $3.24 against an estimated revenue of $6.4 billion.