Amplify Energy Corp (AMPY)vsCanadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)
AMPY
Amplify Energy Corp
$4.50
-1.32%
ENERGY · Cap: $204.38M
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$49.64
-1.94%
ENERGY · Cap: $103.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 20865% more annual revenue ($44.68B vs $213.10M). CNQ leads profitability with a 26.3% profit margin vs 10.6%. AMPY trades at a lower P/E of 9.7x. CNQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
AMPY
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
CNQ
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-50.5%
Fair Value
$3.74
Current Price
$4.50
$0.76 premium
Margin of Safety
+46.2%
Fair Value
$95.86
Current Price
$49.64
$46.22 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 41.6%
Earnings expanding 167.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 43.1%
Revenue surging 69.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 83.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 22.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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.
Bull Case : CNQ
The strongest argument for CNQ centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.3% and operating margin at 43.1%. Revenue growth of 69.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMPY
The primary concerns for AMPY are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMPY profiles as a declining stock while CNQ is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
CNQ is growing revenue faster at 69.5% — sustainability is the question.
CNQ generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CNQ scores higher overall (79/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 26.3% margins and 69.5% revenue growth. 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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