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Canadian National R.R. (CNR.TO)

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160.40

-0.56 (0.35%)

as of Jun 18, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jun 18, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 45 opinions in the last 12 months.

Experts have mixed feelings about Canadian National Railway (CNR), largely viewing it as a solid long-term investment despite current challenges. The company is seen as having a unique and irreplaceable network, which is coupled with high barriers to entry and a decent dividend yield of around 2-2.7%. There is a consensus that CNR is benefiting from reduced capex after heavy investments, allowing it to accommodate growth with less immediate expenditure. However, the sentiment is tempered by concerns of a freight recession, tariffs, and a soft Canadian economy, leading some analysts to favor its competitor, CP. Overall, while the outlook includes potential volatility due to economic factors, CNR remains an attractive option for long-term investors looking for value amidst its current discounted valuation.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Undervalued

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TOP PICK

57% operating ratio which is unheard of in the railroad business. All of their segments, with the exception of autos, are doing well. Prince Rupert's container port is opening next year.

TOP PICK

In the last 10 years, they have gone a long way in reducing their sensitivity to the overall level of economic activity. Economic activity is driven as much by services now as it is by goods. Picking up market share from trucking.

BUY

A very good long-term play. Prefers the shipper rather than the producer of commodities. You get similar returns at half the risk.

BUY

A good hold in a blue-chip portfolio. He believes in resources.

BUY

Came out with very good earnings. Likes the company, but sees risks in transport stocks. This one is doing remarkably well and raised guidance.

DON'T BUY

Likes this company long-term. The biggest hesitation in buying has been the threat of a recession or slowdown in the US economy. Until there is a clearer direction on the North American economy he will just sit back and watch.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

On Canadian National (CNR-T) and Canadian Pacific (CP-T) he is indifferent technically. There has been a downtrend, a nice base and a start of a nice breakout. If the markets are strong and the economy is strong, at a minimum it will make a retest of the April high. However, he questions the optimistic outlook for the economy. You could buy on a pullback.

BUY

Probably the best run railroad in North America. Generates good cash flow. Railroads are cyclical and fairly heavily tied to economic activity.

BUY

It is the best railway in N. America. It is sensitive to commodity prices. Recommends keeping it if you own and become a buyer if you don't.

TRADE

If you think we are heading for a slowdown, you don't want to be in rails, however CNR is the best of the pack.

TRADE

Slowdown has hurt the company a little. The resource sector has helped the railways. CNR is a better run company then CPR.

TOP PICK

Believes that CNR is the best railway company in N. America. There is a 20% return on equity. Recently purchased last month. Great value.

WATCH

Transport stocks started coming under pressure since May. This is a late cycle stock and would not be in a hurry to buy. A well-run railroad.

HOLD

With a little bit of a slowdown in the US economy, there may be a little bit of slowdown in their business. This is a core, portfolio stock to be held for the long-term.

BUY

An excellent long-term holding. Has pulled back very significantly. Would be a buyer, but wouldn't expect the same growth as the last five years.

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