Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited (CP)vsGreenbrier Companies Inc (GBX)
CP
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited
$85.07
-1.66%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $77.61B
GBX
Greenbrier Companies Inc
$40.07
-2.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited generates 488% more annual revenue ($15.45B vs $2.63B). CP leads profitability with a 25.0% profit margin vs 4.1%. GBX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.58. CP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
CP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
GBX
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.4%
Fair Value
$211.78
Current Price
$85.07
$126.71 discount
Margin of Safety
-36.1%
Fair Value
$40.42
Current Price
$40.07
$0.35 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 39.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 13.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Elevated debt levels
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 25.0% and operating margin at 39.0%. Revenue growth of 12.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GBX
The strongest argument for GBX centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E 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, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : GBX
The primary concerns for GBX are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CP profiles as a mature stock while GBX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GBX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
CP is growing revenue faster at 12.6% — sustainability is the question.
CP generates stronger free cash flow (960M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CP scores higher overall (60/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 25.0% margins and 12.6% revenue growth. 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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