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BNSF, CPKC, and CSX seek to depose five Union Pacific executives regarding its planned acquisition of Norfolk Southern Railway, according to MLex.

Rep. Val Hoyle and colleagues raised concerns about a proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern, citing labor, safety, and competition issues. Hoyle reported $176.3K in Q2 fundraising, $148.2K in spending, and $520.8K in cash on hand. Quiver Quantitative estimates her net worth at $1.0M, with minimal investments in publicly traded assets.

Union Pacific (UP) CEO Jim Vena argues that regulators should evaluate potential future rail mergers as they arise, not during the UP-Norfolk Southern (NS) proceeding. Vena claims the Surface Transportation Board (STB) can block future deals if concerned about consolidation. UP's CFO Jennifer Hamann asserts the company's merger application is fact-based and merits approval. Opponents, including CPKC, warn of reduced competition. UP says it has addressed STB's information requests. BNSF, owned by

Reuters found some transportation companies, like Union Pacific (UNP), collected more in fuel surcharges than they spent on fuel. UNP's Q2 2026 fuel surcharge revenue exceeded costs by $91.1M, adding $83.2M to profit. UPS and FedEx also raised surcharge percentages, but both say they're tied to fuel-price benchmarks. The investigation raises questions about how closely surcharges track actual fuel costs.

Union Pacific (UNP), a $178.6B railroad company, outperformed the S&P 500 with 28.7% YTD gains. Q2 earnings beat expectations with $3.41 adjusted EPS and $6.9B revenue. Analysts give a 'Moderate Buy' rating with a $333.26 price target. CSX, a competitor, saw 37.4% YTD gains.

Colorado Rep. Meghan Lukens urged the Surface Transportation Board to include the Tennessee Pass Corridor in the UP-NS merger review, asking for a planning process with local stakeholders. The dormant route has seen past revival attempts, including a 2020 effort by Colorado Pacific and a lease deal with Rio Grande Pacific, both facing opposition and regulatory hurdles.

The National Grain and Feed Association opposes the Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger, citing potential impacts on grain transportation. NGFA's Mike Seyfert argues the merger may not meet Surface Transportation Board requirements, which will review the proposal. A decision is expected by late 2025. According to Seyfert, the board will conduct a thorough review.

The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) opposes the proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern railroads, citing concerns about competition and service impacts. According to NGFA President Mike Seyfert, the merger does not meet the Surface Transportation Board's (STB) 2001 rules for enhancing competition. The STB has until August 2027 to review and decide on the merger.

U.S. retailers and businesses face higher fuel surcharges due to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, with some shippers profiting from these fees. Union Pacific reported $91.1 million more in fuel surcharge revenue than fuel costs in Q2, boosting profits by $83.2 million. UPS and FedEx have also increased surcharges, though they claim modest impacts on profits. Maersk's Q2 profit rose to $3 billion, partly due to emergency surcharges and rate surges.

Union Pacific (UNP) and Norfolk Southern (NSC) defended their proposed merger, stating it meets Surface Transportation Board (STB) requirements and benefits customers, employees, and the economy. They urged regulators to proceed with a full review, citing extensive evidence and potential savings. The STB's review process is ongoing, with a decision expected in late 2027.