CME Group Inc (CME)vsCanadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)
CME
CME Group Inc
$293.78
-1.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $105.67B
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$50.09
+2.92%
ENERGY · Cap: $101.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 496% more annual revenue ($38.76B vs $6.51B). CME leads profitability with a 62.6% profit margin vs 27.9%. CNQ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.42. CNQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CME
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
CNQ
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.8%
Fair Value
$522.76
Current Price
$293.78
$228.98 discount
Margin of Safety
+76.8%
Fair Value
$175.50
Current Price
$50.09
$125.41 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 63 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 63.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 35.0% YoY
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 150.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 372.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CME
The strongest argument for CME centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 62.6% and operating margin at 63.8%.
Bull Case : CNQ
The strongest argument for CNQ centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.9% and operating margin at 19.6%. Revenue growth of 150.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CME
The primary concerns for CME are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CME profiles as a mature stock while CNQ is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNQ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
CNQ is growing revenue faster at 150.0% — sustainability is the question.
CNQ generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CNQ scores higher overall (67/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 27.9% margins and 150.0% revenue growth. CME offers better value entry with a 43.8% margin of safety. 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.
CME Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
CME Group Inc. (Chicago Mercantile Exchange, Chicago Board of Trade, New York Mercantile Exchange, The Commodity Exchange) is an American global markets company. It is the world's largest financial derivatives exchange, and trades in asset classes that include agricultural products, currencies, energy, interest rates, metals, stock indexes and cryptocurrencies futures.
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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