Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited (CP)vsWoodside Energy Group Ltd (WDS)
CP
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited
$86.04
+0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $75.65B
WDS
Woodside Energy Group Ltd
$21.57
-1.55%
ENERGY · Cap: $43.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited generates 15% more annual revenue ($14.98B vs $12.98B). CP leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 20.9%. WDS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.33. CP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CP
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WDS
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
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
+31.5%
Fair Value
$27.39
Current Price
$21.57
$5.82 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
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Revenue declined 2.5%
Earnings declined 3.1%
ROE of 7.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Earnings declined 14.4%
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 : WDS
The strongest argument for WDS centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.9% and operating margin at 19.1%. PEG of 1.33 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 : WDS
The primary concerns for WDS are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
WDS generates stronger free cash flow (417M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor RAILROADS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CP scores higher overall (54/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 27.2% margins. WDS offers better value entry with a 31.5% margin of safety. 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.
Woodside Energy Group Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Woodside Energy Group Ltd is engaged in the exploration, evaluation, development, production, marketing and sale of hydrocarbons in Oceania, Asia, Canada, Africa and internationally. The company is headquartered in Perth, Australia.
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