Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited (CP)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
CP
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited
$86.95
+3.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $77.97B
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$118.14
-1.23%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $66.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PACCAR Inc generates 89% more annual revenue ($28.44B vs $15.08B). CP leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs 8.3%. PCAR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. CP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CP
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PCAR
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+61.6%
Fair Value
$218.48
Current Price
$86.95
$131.53 discount
Margin of Safety
-21.7%
Fair Value
$106.39
Current Price
$118.14
$11.75 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 44.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
1.3% revenue growth
Earnings declined 7.4%
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 13.7%
Earnings declined 35.9%
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 27.5% and operating margin at 44.0%.
Bull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap. PEG of 1.27 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 : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
CP is growing revenue faster at 1.3% — sustainability is the question.
PCAR generates stronger free cash flow (778M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor RAILROADS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CP scores higher overall (56/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 27.5% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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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