Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Canadian National Railway Company stock (CNI) is currently trading at $100.97. Canadian National Railway Company PE ratio is 17.86. Canadian National Railway Company PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 3.48. Analyst consensus price target for CNI is $110.93. WallStSmart rates CNI as Moderate Buy.
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- Canadian National Railway Company financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
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- CNI analyst price target and Smart Rating
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CNI Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)
CNI appears undervalued based on the Graham Formula, trading 23% below its estimated fair value of $137.97.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in market cap, return on equity, operating margin. Concerns around revenue growth. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.
Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) Key Strengths (5)
Keeps $42 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs
Keeps $27 of every $100 in revenue as net profit
74.67% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Large-cap company with substantial market presence
Every $100 of equity generates $22 in profit
Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) Areas to Watch (5)
Revenue growing slowly at 2.40% annually
Paying a premium for growth, expensive relative to earnings expansion
Premium pricing at 3.8x book value
Revenue is fairly priced at 3.48x sales
Solid earnings growth at 11.40%
Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 68/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.6/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 4.4/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Institutional Own.. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 22.20%, Operating Margin at 42.40%, Profit Margin at 27.30%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (2.12), Price/Sales (3.48), Price/Book (3.83) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 2.40%, EPS Growth at 11.40%, which may limit upside.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 22.20% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 2.40% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Operating Margin, Profit Margin) and negatives (Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
CNI Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
CNI's Price-to-Sales ratio of 3.48x trades 17% below its historical average of 4.2x (15th percentile). The current valuation is 55% below its historical high of 7.78x set in Mar 2010, and 52% above its historical low of 2.29x in Apr 2009. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~4.0x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) · INDUSTRIALS › RAILROADS
The Big Picture
Canadian National Railway Company is a strong growth company balancing expansion with improving profitability. Revenue reached 17.3B with 240% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 27.3%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
Revenue growing at 240% YoY, reaching 17.3B. This pace significantly outperforms most RAILROADS peers.
ROE of 2220.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
What to Watch Next
Growth sustainability: can Canadian National Railway Company maintain 240%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 358.0%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Debt management: total debt of 21.8B is significantly higher than cash (363M). Monitor refinancing risk.
Sector dynamics: monitor RAILROADS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Canadian National Railway Company.
Bottom Line
Canadian National Railway Company offers an attractive blend of growth (240% revenue expansion) and improving fundamentals. The company is transitioning from pure growth to profitable growth, a critical inflection point. Watch for sustained margin expansion as the key signal.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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About Canadian National Railway Company(CNI)
NYSE
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Canadian National Railway Company, is engaged in the rail and related transportation business. The company is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.