Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)vsMach Natural Resources LP (MNR)
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$49.02
+1.32%
ENERGY · Cap: $102.25B
MNR
Mach Natural Resources LP
$14.01
+0.79%
ENERGY · Cap: $2.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 3608% more annual revenue ($38.76B vs $1.05B). CNQ leads profitability with a 27.9% profit margin vs 13.7%. MNR trades at a lower P/E of 12.8x. CNQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CNQ
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
MNR
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.9%
Fair Value
$175.97
Current Price
$49.02
$126.95 discount
Margin of Safety
+72.3%
Fair Value
$47.00
Current Price
$14.01
$32.99 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 30.6%
Revenue surging 36.8% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 22.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
1.5% revenue growth
3.7% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNQ
The strongest argument for CNQ centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.9% and operating margin at 19.6%.
Bull Case : MNR
The strongest argument for MNR centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 36.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MNR
The primary concerns for MNR are Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNQ profiles as a value stock while MNR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNQ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
MNR is growing revenue faster at 36.8% — 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 66/100), backed by strong 27.9% margins. MNR offers better value entry with a 72.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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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