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TSE:CNR

Canadian National R.R. (CNR.TO)

160.40
-0.56 (0.35%)
as of Jun 18, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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star iconJun 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.

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Consensus
Hold
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Valuation
Undervalued
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PAST TOP PICK
(Was a top pick on Jan 23 up 4.3%) Still likes. Long term hold.
BUY
Good value.
BUY
Earnings are good. Efficient railroad. A good price.
DON'T BUY
Historically railroads tend to peak out at twice book. Have decent upside potential but too pricey now.
BUY ON WEAKNESS
In an economy upswing, this is a mid to later cyclical. May have a pull back in the near term.
BUY ON WEAKNESS
In a correction phase because of the recent run.
DON'T BUY
FMV = $126, but rails historically have always peaked out at 2 X book which is $88.
BUY
Economy is into a long term recovery. Good performer. Prefers CP Rail.
WEAK BUY
Depends on economy for growth. For a major growth, prefers CP.
DON'T BUY
Very high. A good time to take profits.
DON'T BUY
Prefers CP because of price.
BUY
Should go up with the economy. US institutions will be buying.
BUY
Good management.
TOP PICK
Great management. Good acquisitions. Costs are going down.
BUY
Lower cost operator compared to CP, but always has a premium built in.
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