Amplify Energy Corp (AMPY)vsCanadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)
AMPY
Amplify Energy Corp
$6.59
+4.77%
ENERGY · Cap: $269.05M
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$49.02
+1.32%
ENERGY · Cap: $102.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 14618% more annual revenue ($38.76B vs $263.36M). CNQ leads profitability with a 27.9% profit margin vs 16.7%. AMPY trades at a lower P/E of 6.3x. CNQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AMPY
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
CNQ
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+19.6%
Fair Value
$7.00
Current Price
$6.59
$0.41 discount
Margin of Safety
+76.9%
Fair Value
$175.97
Current Price
$49.02
$126.95 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 30.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 18.1%
Earnings declined 12.0%
1.5% revenue growth
3.7% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMPY
The strongest argument for AMPY centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.7% and operating margin at 30.0%.
Bull Case : CNQ
The strongest argument for CNQ centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.9% and operating margin at 19.6%.
Bear Case : AMPY
The primary concerns for AMPY are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMPY profiles as a declining stock while CNQ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNQ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
CNQ is growing revenue faster at 1.5% — sustainability is the question.
CNQ generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CNQ scores higher overall (67/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 27.9% margins. AMPY offers better value entry with a 19.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Amplify Energy Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Amplify Energy Corp. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Visit Website →Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Canadian Natural Resources Limited acquires, explores, develops, produces, markets and sells crude oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids (NGL). The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
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