Jim Cramer Highlights Union Pacific's Merger

Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:UNP) is one of the stocks in focus as Jim Cramer shared his weekly game plan. While discussing the stock, Cramer highlighted that transports are being called the “hottest group” in the market. He commented:

Hottest group in this market? Well, some would say it’s the transports, including the rails… I like Union Pacific, which is trying to merge with Norfolk Southern. Let’s see what they have to say.

Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:UNP) operates in the railroad industry, transporting a variety of goods, including agricultural products, chemicals, construction materials, energy products, and vehicles. Cramer mentioned the company’s merger plans during the December 10, 2025, episode, as he remarked:

Next group… the transports, which are also in breakout mode. We know that Union Pacific’s doing extraordinarily well, about to merge with Norfolk Southern. Great situation.

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