Amplify Energy Corp (AMPY)vsCanadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)
AMPY
Amplify Energy Corp
$4.37
-5.82%
ENERGY · Cap: $196.53M
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$45.70
-0.31%
ENERGY · Cap: $98.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 16787% more annual revenue ($38.63B vs $228.78M). CNQ leads profitability with a 25.1% profit margin vs 5.1%. CNQ trades at a lower P/E of 11.8x. CNQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
AMPY
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
CNQ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.7%
Fair Value
$4.03
Current Price
$4.37
$0.34 premium
Margin of Safety
+45.4%
Fair Value
$83.74
Current Price
$45.70
$38.04 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.8% — below average capital efficiency
5.1% margin — thin
Revenue declined 48.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.2%
Earnings declined 45.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMPY
The strongest argument for AMPY centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull 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%.
Bear Case : AMPY
The primary concerns for AMPY are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMPY profiles as a value stock while CNQ is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
CNQ is growing revenue faster at -1.2% — sustainability is the question.
CNQ generates stronger free cash flow (856M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CNQ scores higher overall (58/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 25.1% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Amplify Energy Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Amplify Energy Corp. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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