Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited (CP)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
CP
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited
$89.23
+0.46%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $78.44B
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$122.73
+0.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $64.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 80% more annual revenue ($27.82B vs $15.45B). CP leads profitability with a 25.0% profit margin vs 9.0%. PCAR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.00. CP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
CP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
PCAR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.5%
Fair Value
$212.47
Current Price
$89.23
$123.24 discount
Margin of Safety
-43.2%
Fair Value
$85.69
Current Price
$122.73
$37.04 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
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 13.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
0.5% revenue growth
4.2% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
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 : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 1.00 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 : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CP profiles as a mature stock while PCAR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — 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 54/100), 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.
PACCAR Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
PACCAR Inc is an American Fortune 500 company and counts among the largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the world. PACCAR is engaged in the design, manufacture and customer support of light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, Leyland Trucks, and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures powertrains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
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