Union Pacific (UNP) sees Q3 2025 productivity gains, $50M merger costs and buyback pause

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Union Pacific Corporation provided third quarter 2025 commentary at the Morgan Stanley 13th Annual Laguna Conference. Management expects continued network fluidity to support strong productivity, with business mix anticipated to improve sequentially while volume trends are closely monitored.

The company expects merger-related fees and expenses totaling about $50 million. It also stated that share repurchases have been paused under the terms of the Agreement and Plan of Merger among Union Pacific Corporation, Norfolk Southern Corporation, Ruby Merger Sub 1 Corporation, and Ruby Merger Sub 2 LLC.

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Union Pacific flags $50M merger costs and pauses buybacks tied to its merger plan.

Union Pacific outlines expectations for third quarter 2025, citing continued network fluidity supporting strong productivity and a sequential improvement in traffic mix, while signaling that overall volume trends will still need monitoring.

The company highlights anticipated merger-related fees and expenses of about $50 million, directly tied to its Agreement and Plan of Merger with Norfolk Southern Corporation and related entities. This represents explicit near-term transaction costs rather than ongoing operating pressure.

Union Pacific also notes that share repurchases have been paused under the merger agreement terms, indicating a temporary halt in capital returns via buybacks as the transaction progresses. Subsequent company filings may offer more detail on merger timing, integration steps, and any changes to long-term capital allocation priorities.

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Item 7.01 — Regulation FD Disclosure

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Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure

Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

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FORM 8-K

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CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 10, 2025 (September 10, 2025)

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UNION PACIFIC CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

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Utah			1-6075			13-2626465
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1400 Douglas Street, Omaha, Nebraska			68179
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Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.

On September 10, 2025, V. James Vena, Chief Executive Officer of Union Pacific Corporation (the Company), and Jennifer L. Hamann, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company, addressed the Morgan Stanley 13th Annual Laguna Conference. Ms. Hamann provided the following third quarter 2025 commentary:

•Continued network fluidity is expected to drive strong productivity.

•Mix is anticipated to improve sequentially, however, volume trends will continue to be monitored.

•Merger-related fees and expenses totaling about $50 million are expected.

•Share repurchases have been paused per the terms of the Agreement and Plan of Merger by and among the Company, Norfolk Southern Corporation, Ruby Merger Sub 1 Corporation, and Ruby Merger Sub 2 LLC.

This Form 8-K disclosure contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual performance or results to differ materially from those expressed in the statements. Important factors, including risk factors, regarding forward-looking information and these risks and uncertainties are discussed in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this Report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Dated: September 10, 2025

			UNION PACIFIC CORPORATION
			By:			/s/ Jennifer L. Hamann
						Jennifer L. Hamann
						Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What guidance did Union Pacific (UNP) give for third quarter 2025?

Union Pacific expects continued network fluidity to support strong productivity in third quarter 2025 and anticipates a sequential improvement in business mix, while indicating that overall volume trends will continue to be monitored for any changes in demand or operating conditions.

How much in merger-related costs does Union Pacific (UNP) expect in Q3 2025?

Union Pacific expects merger-related fees and expenses totaling about $50 million in the third quarter of 2025. These costs are tied to its Agreement and Plan of Merger involving Norfolk Southern Corporation and two Ruby Merger Sub entities created for the transaction.

Why has Union Pacific (UNP) paused its share repurchase program?

Union Pacific states that share repurchases have been paused under the terms of its Agreement and Plan of Merger with Norfolk Southern Corporation and Ruby Merger Sub entities. The pause reflects specific conditions in that merger agreement rather than a standalone decision on ongoing capital allocation strategy.

Which executives presented Union Pacific’s Q3 2025 commentary at the Morgan Stanley conference?

Chief Executive Officer V. James Vena and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Jennifer L. Hamann represented Union Pacific at the Morgan Stanley 13th Annual Laguna Conference, where Ms. Hamann delivered the third quarter 2025 commentary summarizing operational expectations, merger-related expenses, and the status of share repurchases.

What operational trends did Union Pacific (UNP) highlight for Q3 2025?

Union Pacific highlighted continued network fluidity that is expected to drive strong productivity in third quarter 2025 and noted that freight mix is anticipated to improve sequentially. However, the company emphasized that volume trends will still be watched closely for any notable shifts in demand.

How does Union Pacific (UNP) describe the risks around its forward-looking statements?

Union Pacific notes that its commentary includes forward-looking statements subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. It refers investors to risk discussions and other important factors described in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission for more detail.