Amgen Inc (AMGN)vsCanadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)
AMGN
Amgen Inc
$336.29
+2.03%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $177.71B
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$46.92
+3.83%
ENERGY · Cap: $92.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 4% more annual revenue ($38.76B vs $37.22B). CNQ leads profitability with a 27.9% profit margin vs 21.0%. AMGN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.18. CNQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AMGN
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
CNQ
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-3.0%
Fair Value
$321.90
Current Price
$336.29
$14.39 premium
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
Every $100 of equity generates 101 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.7x book value
4.4% earnings growth
1.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMGN
The strongest argument for AMGN centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.0% and operating margin at 33.8%.
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 : AMGN
The primary concerns for AMGN are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMGN profiles as a mature stock while CNQ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
AMGN is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
AMGN generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CNQ scores higher overall (67/100 vs 62/100), 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.
Amgen Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Amgen Inc. (formerly Applied Molecular Genetics Inc.) is an American multinational biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Thousand Oaks, California. Focused on molecular biology and biochemistry, its goal is to provide a healthcare business based on recombinant DNA technology.
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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