Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$47.58
+1.32%
ENERGY · Cap: $99.52B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$58.71
-3.09%
ENERGY · Cap: $60.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 80% more annual revenue ($38.76B vs $21.59B). CNQ leads profitability with a 27.9% profit margin vs 10.8%. OXY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.33. CNQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CNQ
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
OXY
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.3%
Fair Value
$90.94
Current Price
$47.58
$43.36 discount
Margin of Safety
+30.4%
Fair Value
$67.87
Current Price
$58.71
$9.16 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 371.8% YoY
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
Revenue surging 148.9% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
1.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 33.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNQ
The strongest argument for CNQ centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.9% and operating margin at 19.6%.
Bull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 148.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNQ profiles as a value stock while OXY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
OXY is growing revenue faster at 148.9% — 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 59/100), backed by strong 27.9% margins. OXY offers better value entry with a 30.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Occidental Petroleum Corporation is an American company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration in the United States, the Middle East, and Colombia as well as petrochemical manufacturing in the United States, Canada, and Chile.
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