At one point, James R. Young's stock holdings were notable, reaching a total value of nearly $186 million in 2019, largely spread across personal and family trusts. He owned around 252,436 shares worth over $64 million directly. This significant wealth...

At one point, James R. Young's stock holdings were notable, reaching a total value of nearly $186 million in 2019, largely spread across personal and family trusts. He owned around 252,436 shares worth over $64 million directly. This significant wealth in stock highlighted his faith in Union Pacific’s long-term success. Young's holdings fluctuated with the company's performance and overall market trends, but during his leadership, he maintained a vast array of assets that linked his personal gains closely with the company's growth.