Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)vsNorth European Oil Royalty Trust (NRT)
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$49.80
+0.26%
ENERGY · Cap: $101.57B
NRT
North European Oil Royalty Trust
$8.61
+1.89%
ENERGY · Cap: $79.31M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 431381% more annual revenue ($44.68B vs $10.35M). NRT leads profitability with a 90.7% profit margin vs 26.3%. NRT trades at a lower P/E of 8.5x. CNQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
CNQ
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
NRT
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
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
-3.7%
Fair Value
$8.89
Current Price
$8.61
$0.28 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
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 41.0x book value
Revenue declined 3.7%
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 : 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.
Bear Case : NRT
The primary concerns for NRT are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNQ profiles as a growth stock while NRT is a declining 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 41/100), backed by strong 26.3% margins and 69.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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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