Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)vsCVS Health Corp (CVS)
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$45.70
-3.23%
ENERGY · Cap: $91.79B
CVS
CVS Health Corp
$95.93
+1.17%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $128.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CVS Health Corp generates 950% more annual revenue ($405.62B vs $38.63B). CNQ leads profitability with a 25.1% profit margin vs 0.7%. CVS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.28. CVS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
CNQ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
CVS
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.8%
Fair Value
$83.51
Current Price
$45.70
$37.81 discount
Margin of Safety
+45.3%
Fair Value
$140.72
Current Price
$95.93
$44.79 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.8%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 63.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.2%
Earnings declined 45.3%
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.1%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNQ
The strongest argument for CNQ centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.1% and operating margin at 21.8%.
Bull Case : CVS
The strongest argument for CVS centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap. PEG of 0.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CVS
The primary concerns for CVS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 44.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNQ profiles as a declining stock while CVS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
CVS is growing revenue faster at 6.1% — sustainability is the question.
CVS generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CVS scores higher overall (65/100 vs 58/100). CNQ offers better value entry with a 50.8% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
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.
CVS Health Corp
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
CVS Health (previously CVS Corporation and CVS Caremark Corporation) is an American healthcare company that owns CVS Pharmacy, a retail pharmacy chain; CVS Caremark, a pharmacy benefits manager; Aetna, a health insurance provider, among many other brands. The company's headquarters is in Woonsocket, Rhode Island.
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