Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)vsTexas Pacific Land Corporation (TPL)
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$45.70
-2.80%
ENERGY · Cap: $98.47B
TPL
Texas Pacific Land Corporation
$389.79
-4.16%
ENERGY · Cap: $26.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 4505% more annual revenue ($38.63B vs $839.02M). TPL leads profitability with a 60.0% profit margin vs 25.1%. CNQ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.42. TPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
CNQ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TPL
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.4%
Fair Value
$83.74
Current Price
$45.70
$38.04 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TPL.
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%
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Keeps 60 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 77.2%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 20.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.2%
Earnings declined 45.3%
Trading at 17.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : TPL
The strongest argument for TPL centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 60.0% and operating margin at 77.2%. Revenue growth of 20.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TPL
The primary concerns for TPL are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 52.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNQ profiles as a declining stock while TPL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
TPL is growing revenue faster at 20.8% — sustainability is the question.
CNQ generates stronger free cash flow (856M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TPL scores higher overall (65/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 60.0% margins and 20.8% revenue growth. CNQ offers better value entry with a 45.4% 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.
Texas Pacific Land Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Texas Pacific Land Corporation is engaged in land and resource management, and water operations and services businesses. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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