Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$49.64
-1.94%
ENERGY · Cap: $103.22B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$58.84
-0.76%
ENERGY · Cap: $61.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 87% more annual revenue ($44.68B vs $23.93B). OXY leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs 26.3%. OXY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.23. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
CNQ
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
OXY
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+46.2%
Fair Value
$95.86
Current Price
$49.64
$46.22 discount
Margin of Safety
+9.9%
Fair Value
$65.89
Current Price
$58.84
$7.05 discount
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
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.4%
Revenue surging 53.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 965.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.3% and operating margin at 45.4%. Revenue growth of 53.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
Monitor OIL & GAS E&P industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
OXY scores higher overall (83/100 vs 79/100), backed by strong 30.3% margins and 53.4% revenue growth. CNQ offers better value entry with a 46.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
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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