Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)vsCSX Corporation (CSX)
CNI
Canadian National Railway Company
$109.99
+0.56%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $66.35B
CSX
CSX Corporation
$44.72
-0.82%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $83.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian National Railway Company generates 22% more annual revenue ($17.28B vs $14.15B). CNI leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 21.5%. CSX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.09. CSX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
CNI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
CSX
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.8%
Fair Value
$116.54
Current Price
$109.99
$6.55 discount
Margin of Safety
+44.4%
Fair Value
$74.29
Current Price
$44.72
$29.57 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 38.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.2%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 26.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
1.1% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
1.7% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNI
The strongest argument for CNI centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.2% and operating margin at 38.4%.
Bull Case : CSX
The strongest argument for CSX centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.5% and operating margin at 36.2%.
Bear Case : CNI
The primary concerns for CNI are EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : CSX
The primary concerns for CSX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNI profiles as a declining stock while CSX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CSX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
CSX is growing revenue faster at 1.7% — sustainability is the question.
CNI generates stronger free cash flow (828M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CSX scores higher overall (65/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 21.5% 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.
Canadian National Railway Company
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
Canadian National Railway Company, is engaged in the rail and related transportation business. The company is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.
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INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
CSX Corporation is an American holding company focused on rail transportation and real estate in North America, among other industries. Based in Richmond, Virginia, USA after the merger, in 2003 the CSX Corporation headquarters moved to Jacksonville, Florida.
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