Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd (CP)vsVodafone Group PLC ADR (VOD)
CP
Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd
$79.24
-0.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $70.26B
VOD
Vodafone Group PLC ADR
$14.72
+0.41%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $33.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vodafone Group PLC ADR generates 157% more annual revenue ($38.78B vs $15.08B). CP leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs -11.4%. VOD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.61. CP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CP
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
VOD
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-274.7%
Fair Value
$22.37
Current Price
$79.24
$56.87 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VOD.
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.3% revenue growth
Earnings declined 7.4%
ROE of -6.6% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 15.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
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 : VOD
The strongest argument for VOD centers on PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.61 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CP
The primary concerns for CP are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VOD
The primary concerns for VOD are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CP profiles as a value stock while VOD is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
CP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
VOD is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
VOD generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CP scores higher overall (56/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 27.5% 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 Railway Ltd
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.
Vodafone Group PLC ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Vodafone Group Plc is engaged in telecommunications services in Europe and internationally. The company is headquartered in Newbury, the United Kingdom.
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