Abbott Laboratories (ABT)vsCanadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)
ABT
Abbott Laboratories
$84.35
+2.17%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $151.56B
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$46.92
+3.83%
ENERGY · Cap: $92.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Abbott Laboratories generates 16% more annual revenue ($45.13B vs $38.76B). CNQ leads profitability with a 27.9% profit margin vs 13.9%. ABT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. CNQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ABT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
CNQ
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+3.7%
Fair Value
$87.55
Current Price
$84.35
$3.20 discount
Margin of Safety
+55.1%
Fair Value
$90.53
Current Price
$46.92
$43.61 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 371.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 19.7%
1.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABT
The strongest argument for ABT centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CNQ
The strongest argument for CNQ centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.9% and operating margin at 19.6%.
Bear Case : ABT
The primary concerns for ABT are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
ABT is growing revenue faster at 7.8% — sustainability is the question.
ABT generates stronger free cash flow (916M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL DEVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CNQ scores higher overall (67/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 27.9% margins. 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.
Abbott Laboratories
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Abbott Laboratories is an American multinational medical devices and health care company with headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois, United States. The company was founded by Chicago physician Wallace Calvin Abbott in 1888 to formulate known drugs; today, it sells medical devices, diagnostics, branded generic medicines and nutritional products. It split off its research-based pharmaceuticals business into AbbVie in 2013.
Visit Website →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.
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