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Union Pacific Merger Setback Highlights Rising Rail Regulatory And Investor Risks
Federal regulators rejected the initial Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern merger application.
The Surface Transportation Board requested a revised filing with additional information.
Analysts reacted with downgrades, citing higher uncertainty around the proposed deal.
For investors watching NYSE:UNP, this decision places one of the largest US freight rail operators in a holding pattern on a major deal. Union Pacific is a core player in long haul freight, and any change in its network or...