Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)vsNorth European Oil Royalty Trust (NRT)
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$39.64
+1.85%
ENERGY · Cap: $82.36B
NRT
North European Oil Royalty Trust
$7.15
+1.35%
ENERGY · Cap: $65.71M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 373018% more annual revenue ($38.63B vs $10.35M). NRT leads profitability with a 90.7% profit margin vs 25.1%. NRT trades at a lower P/E of 7.1x. CNQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
CNQ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
NRT
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+53.2%
Fair Value
$83.26
Current Price
$39.64
$43.62 discount
Margin of Safety
-3.3%
Fair Value
$8.93
Current Price
$7.15
$1.78 premium
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%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Keeps 91 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 85.6%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.2%
Earnings declined 45.3%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 34.0x book value
Revenue declined 3.7%
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 : NRT
The strongest argument for NRT centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 90.7% and operating margin at 85.6%.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NRT
The primary concerns for NRT are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
CNQ is growing revenue faster at -1.2% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor OIL & GAS E&P industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CNQ scores higher overall (58/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 25.1% 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 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.
North European Oil Royalty Trust
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
The North European Oil Royalty Trust, a grantor trust, holds primary royalty rights covering oil and gas production in various concessions or leases in the Federal Republic of Germany. The company is headquartered in Keene, New Hampshire.
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