Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited (CP)vsUniversal Corporation (UVV)
CP
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited
$86.04
+0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $75.65B
UVV
Universal Corporation
$53.70
-0.11%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited generates 415% more annual revenue ($14.98B vs $2.91B). CP leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 2.9%. CP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.22. CP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CP
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
UVV
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+61.4%
Fair Value
$217.19
Current Price
$86.04
$131.15 discount
Margin of Safety
+33.4%
Fair Value
$79.32
Current Price
$53.70
$25.62 discount
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Revenue declined 2.5%
Earnings declined 3.1%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : UVV
The strongest argument for UVV centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : CP
The primary concerns for CP are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : UVV
The primary concerns for UVV are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CP profiles as a declining stock while UVV 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 -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 45/100), backed by strong 27.2% margins. UVV offers better value entry with a 33.4% margin of safety. 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.
Universal Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Universal Corporation processes and supplies leaf tobacco and plant ingredients worldwide. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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