Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$47.80
-1.06%
ENERGY · Cap: $103.22B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$93.92
+0.71%
ENERGY · Cap: $269.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 564% more annual revenue ($296.60B vs $44.68B). CNQ leads profitability with a 26.3% profit margin vs 8.8%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. CNQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
CNQ
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
SHEL
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+46.2%
Fair Value
$95.86
Current Price
$47.80
$48.06 discount
Margin of Safety
-61.1%
Fair Value
$58.69
Current Price
$93.92
$35.23 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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 44.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 220.0% YoY
Generating 17.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
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 : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 44.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNQ profiles as a growth stock while SHEL is a hypergrowth 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.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (17.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CNQ scores higher overall (79/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 26.3% margins and 69.5% revenue growth. 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.
Shell PLC ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Shell plc is a global petrochemical and energy company. The company is headquartered in The Hague, the Netherlands.
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