Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$45.51
+0.13%
ENERGY · Cap: $96.32B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$153.04
-1.16%
ENERGY · Cap: $638.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 835% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $38.63B). CNQ leads profitability with a 25.1% profit margin vs 9.1%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
CNQ
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
XOM
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+46.0%
Fair Value
$82.81
Current Price
$45.51
$37.30 discount
Margin of Safety
-65.4%
Fair Value
$91.66
Current Price
$153.04
$61.38 premium
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%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 112.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.2%
Earnings declined 45.3%
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
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 : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNQ profiles as a declining stock while XOM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
XOM scores higher overall (72/100 vs 56/100) and 44.1% revenue growth. CNQ offers better value entry with a 46.0% 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.
Exxon Mobil Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Exxon Mobil Corporation, stylized as ExxonMobil, is an American multinational oil and gas corporation headquartered in Irving, Texas. It is the largest direct descendant of John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil, and was formed on November 30, 1999 by the merger of Exxon (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey) and Mobil (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New York). ExxonMobil's primary brands are Exxon, Mobil, Esso, and ExxonMobil Chemical. ExxonMobil is incorporated in New Jersey.
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