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It’s so hot trains are running slower to avoid damaging the tracks

The precautions are rooted in a fundamental vulnerability: extreme heat can warp steel tracks

The Independent UK

Tourist Fractures Spine After Falling 8 Feet From World's Largest Steam Locomotive

Nebraska journalist Trevor Bentley suffered a spinal fracture after falling from the world's largest steam locomotive, Big Boy No. 4014, during a promotional stop. The accident delayed the locomotive's departure.

International Business Times UK

Union Pacific's Quarterly Earnings Preview: What You Need to Know

Union Pacific is expected to announce its second-quarter results this month, and analysts predict a single-digit growth in the company’s bottom-line figure.

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Union Pacific CEO responds to Trump idea for U.S. stake in $71.5 billion railroad mega merger: ‘We do not need anybody’s help to do this’

Union Pacific's CEO Jim Vena said he's not had any direct conversations with Trump about the government acquiring a 15% stake in the pending UP-Norfolk Southern merger.

Fortune

How Is Union Pacific’s Stock Performance Compared to Other Transportation Stocks?

While Union Pacific has trailed its transportation peers over the past year, analysts remain cautiously optimistic about the company's growth potential.

Barchart

Trump floated the idea of a 15% government stake in massive railroad merger

Trump did not name any specific companies, but Union Pacific's pending acquisition of Norfolk Southern is the only known railroad deal currently in progress.

Fortune

The U.S. freight network is broken by design. One merger could start fixing it

The Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger deserves scrutiny but also serious consideration, because the alternative is a system never built to work.

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Six migrants were found dead in a Texas train car. An arrest could crack the case

Victims hailed from Honduras and Mexico and ranged in age from 14 to 56

The Independent UK

Excessive heat suspected as cause of death after six bodies found in rail car near Laredo

Officials said one victim found in a Union Pacific car was from Mexico and another was from Honduras. Five men and a woman are among the dead.

The Texas Tribune

Six Found Dead Inside Train Boxcar Near Laredo as Investigation Continues

First responders arrived at the scene and confirmed all six people inside the boxcar were dead. Authorities have not released the victims' identities, ages or nationalities, nor have they said where the train originated or where it was headed.

Latin Times

Six people found dead inside train car at rail yard near Texas-Mexico border

Discovery was made by Union Pacific employee inspecting stopped train at the yard in Laredo before it continued its journey north

The Guardian - US

Union Pacific argues for its $85B acquisition of Norfolk Southern in new railroad merger application

Union Pacific hopes a new application will be enough to persuade regulators that its $85 billion acquisition of Norfolk Southern would be good for the country

The Independent UK

Union Pacific train cars derailment in Texas town causes ethanol leak, no injuries reported

Officials say more than two dozen cars of a Union Pacific train derailed Wednesday morning in a Texas town near Houston, causing an ethanol leak from two of the cars that didn’t pose a threat to the public

The Independent UK

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Union Pacific Stock: Is UNP Underperforming the Industrials Sector?

Union Pacific has underperformed the industrial sector over the past year, yet analysts remain moderately optimistic about the stock’s outlook.

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AI Broke the Trucks: 3 Transports to Buy After the AI Panic

AI-driven disruption fears sparked a sharp selloff in transportation stocks, but the reaction may be overdone. Here are three names positioned for a rebound

Barchart

Are Wall Street Analysts Predicting Union Pacific Stock Will Climb or Sink?

Despite lagging the broader market over the past year, Union Pacific Corporation continues to attract optimistic analyst sentiment, reflecting confidence in its long-term growth and operational recovery potential.

The Independent UK

Norfolk Southern's profit slips 12% amid merger costs and economic uncertainty

Norfolk Southern's quarterly profit slipped 12% amid the uncertain economy, as well as costs related to its efforts to merge with Union Pacific and create a transcontinental railroad

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The Independent UK

Rail regulators accused of ignoring safety recommendations after shocking number of accidents

There have been 23 deaths and nearly 1,200 injuries over the past decade

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Vegas casino and railway company sued by tourist who needed double amputation after being hit by train

The man is pursuing over $75,000 in damages for past and future medical costs, punitive compensation, and other losses

The Independent UK

Trump administration wants to ensure Mexican crews operating trains in the US can speak English

The Trump administration has urged two railroads urging them to make sure Mexican crews can speak English proficiently

The Texas Tribune

One year after a deadly train wreck, a West Texas town awaits help to avoid more tragedy

As oil and gas industry traffic continues to speed through Pecos, TxDOT said it is working to find $194 million to build an alternative route away from the heart of the city.

The Independent UK

2 big rail unions oppose $85B Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger over safety and cost concerns

The proposed $85 billion merger of the Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern railroads has lost the support of two of their biggest unions that represent more than half the workers because they are worried the deal would increase safety risks, lead to higher shipping rates and consumer prices and cause…

Barchart

Is Union Pacific Stock Underperforming the Dow?

Although Union Pacific has trailed the Dow Jones Industrial Average over the past year, analysts on Wall Street still hold a cautiously optimistic outlook for the stock’s future performance.

Benzinga

Warren Buffett Disciple Seth Klarman Takes New Stake In Railroad Company, Lowers Stake In This Magnificent Seven Stock

The Baupost Group hedge fund, run by Seth Klarman, revealed several new stock positions in the third quarter and multiple changes to the fund's investment portfolio.

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