Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited (CP)vsGreenbrier Companies Inc (GBX)
CP
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited
$85.92
+0.48%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $77.88B
GBX
Greenbrier Companies Inc
$47.88
+0.11%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited generates 417% more annual revenue ($14.98B vs $2.90B). CP leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 5.1%. GBX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.58. GBX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CP
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
GBX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+59.9%
Fair Value
$208.83
Current Price
$85.92
$122.91 discount
Margin of Safety
-23.5%
Fair Value
$44.56
Current Price
$47.88
$3.32 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 37.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Revenue declined 2.5%
Earnings declined 3.1%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.1%
Revenue declined 22.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CP
The strongest argument for CP centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.2% and operating margin at 37.6%.
Bull Case : GBX
The strongest argument for GBX centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.58 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CP
The primary concerns for CP are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : GBX
The primary concerns for GBX are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CP profiles as a declining stock while GBX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GBX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
CP is growing revenue faster at -2.5% — sustainability is the question.
CP generates stronger free cash flow (307M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CP scores higher overall (54/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 27.2% 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 Pacific Kansas City Limited
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
Canadian Pacific Railway Limited, owns and operates a transcontinental freight railway in Canada and the United States. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
Greenbrier Companies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets rail freight car equipment in North America, Europe and South America. The company is headquartered in Lake Oswego, Oregon.
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