Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)vsSea Ltd (SE)
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$49.02
+1.32%
ENERGY · Cap: $102.25B
SE
Sea Ltd
$82.47
+5.31%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $46.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd generates 69% more annual revenue ($38.76B vs $22.94B). CNQ leads profitability with a 27.9% profit margin vs 6.9%. SE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.55. SE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
CNQ
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
SE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.9%
Fair Value
$175.97
Current Price
$49.02
$126.95 discount
Margin of Safety
+2.9%
Fair Value
$117.94
Current Price
$82.47
$35.47 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 38.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 58.5% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
1.5% revenue growth
3.7% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNQ
The strongest argument for CNQ centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.9% and operating margin at 19.6%.
Bull Case : SE
The strongest argument for SE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 38.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.55 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SE
The primary concerns for SE are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNQ profiles as a value stock while SE is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
SE is growing revenue faster at 38.4% — sustainability is the question.
CNQ generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SE scores higher overall (70/100 vs 67/100) and 38.4% revenue growth. CNQ offers better value entry with a 76.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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 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.
Sea Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Sea Limited is engaged in the digital entertainment, e-commerce and digital financial services businesses in Southeast Asia, Latin America, the rest of Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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