Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)vsMach Natural Resources LP (MNR)
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$49.80
+0.26%
ENERGY · Cap: $101.57B
MNR
Mach Natural Resources LP
$12.55
+0.88%
ENERGY · Cap: $2.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 3341% more annual revenue ($44.68B vs $1.30B). CNQ leads profitability with a 26.3% profit margin vs 7.8%. CNQ trades at a lower P/E of 12.2x. CNQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
CNQ
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
MNR
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+46.7%
Fair Value
$96.38
Current Price
$49.80
$46.58 discount
Margin of Safety
-31.5%
Fair Value
$9.91
Current Price
$12.55
$2.64 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.7%
Revenue surging 63.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
7.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 23.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : MNR
The strongest argument for MNR centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 63.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MNR
The primary concerns for MNR are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNQ profiles as a growth stock while MNR is a hypergrowth 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 (81/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 26.3% margins and 69.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Mach Natural Resources LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Monmouth Real Estate Investment Corporation, founded in 1968, is one of the oldest public equity REITs in the world.
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