Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
$41.79
-0.75%
ENERGY · Cap: $91.79B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$79.66
-0.19%
ENERGY · Cap: $238.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 592% more annual revenue ($267.34B vs $38.63B). CNQ leads profitability with a 25.1% profit margin vs 7.0%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CNQ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
SHEL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.8%
Fair Value
$83.51
Current Price
$41.79
$41.72 discount
Margin of Safety
-47.7%
Fair Value
$53.94
Current Price
$79.66
$25.72 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 26.6% YoY
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.2%
Earnings declined 45.3%
0.7% revenue growth
7.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CNQ
The primary concerns for CNQ are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNQ profiles as a declining stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
SHEL is growing revenue faster at 0.7% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHEL scores higher overall (63/100 vs 58/100). CNQ offers better value entry with a 50.8% margin of safety. 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 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.
Shell PLC ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Shell plc is a global petrochemical and energy company. The company is headquartered in The Hague, the Netherlands.
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