Black Stone Minerals LP (BSM)vsCanadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)
BSM
Black Stone Minerals LP
$13.86
+0.07%
ENERGY · Cap: $2.97B
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$41.79
-4.00%
ENERGY · Cap: $91.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 9319% more annual revenue ($38.63B vs $410.17M). BSM leads profitability with a 72.5% profit margin vs 25.1%. BSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. CNQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BSM
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
CNQ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-58.7%
Fair Value
$9.58
Current Price
$13.86
$4.28 premium
Margin of Safety
+50.8%
Fair Value
$83.51
Current Price
$41.79
$41.72 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 73 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 30.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.2%
Earnings declined 45.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BSM
The strongest argument for BSM centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 72.5% and operating margin at 14.2%.
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 : BSM
The primary concerns for BSM are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BSM profiles as a mature stock while CNQ is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
BSM is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
CNQ generates stronger free cash flow (856M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CNQ scores higher overall (58/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 25.1% margins. Both earn "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.
Black Stone Minerals LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Black Stone Minerals, LP, owns and manages oil and natural gas mining interests. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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