APA Corporation (APA)vsCanadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)
APA
APA Corporation
$39.11
+2.76%
ENERGY · Cap: $13.82B
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$49.02
-3.03%
ENERGY · Cap: $102.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 346% more annual revenue ($38.76B vs $8.69B). CNQ leads profitability with a 27.9% profit margin vs 16.5%. CNQ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.42. CNQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
APA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
CNQ
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4.2%
Fair Value
$27.13
Current Price
$39.11
$11.98 premium
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
Strong operational efficiency at 30.6%
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 150.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 372.3% YoY
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
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 28.0%
Earnings declined 18.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APA
The strongest argument for APA centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.5% and operating margin at 30.6%.
Bull Case : CNQ
The strongest argument for CNQ centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.9% and operating margin at 19.6%. Revenue growth of 150.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APA
The primary concerns for APA are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APA profiles as a declining stock while CNQ is a growth 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 150.0% — 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 62/100), backed by strong 27.9% margins and 150.0% 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.
APA Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
APA Corporation is the holding company for Apache Corporation, a company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration. It is organized in Delaware and headquartered in Houston.
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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