Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)vsTerex Corporation (TEX)
CNI
Canadian National Railway Company
$119.80
+0.74%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $68.81B
TEX
Terex Corporation
$68.70
-3.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian National Railway Company generates 192% more annual revenue ($17.28B vs $5.93B). CNI leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 1.9%. TEX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.03. CNI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CNI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
TEX
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-0.4%
Fair Value
$105.87
Current Price
$119.80
$13.93 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TEX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 38.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 41.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
1.1% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNI
The strongest argument for CNI centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.2% and operating margin at 38.4%.
Bull Case : TEX
The strongest argument for TEX centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 41.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNI
The primary concerns for CNI are EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TEX
The primary concerns for TEX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNI profiles as a declining stock while TEX is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
TEX is growing revenue faster at 41.1% — sustainability is the question.
CNI generates stronger free cash flow (828M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CNI scores higher overall (62/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 27.2% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Canadian National Railway Company
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
Canadian National Railway Company, is engaged in the rail and related transportation business. The company is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.
Visit Website →Terex Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Terex Corporation manufactures and sells aerial work platforms and materials processing machinery worldwide. The company is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.
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