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Canadian Pacific Rail (CP.TO)

133.08

+2.27 (1.74%)

as of Aug 21, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Aug 21, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 25 opinions in the last 12 months.

Experts generally regard Canadian Pacific Rail (CP) as a strong long-term investment opportunity despite some concerns over current economic conditions and tariff negotiations. The recent acquisition of Kansas City Southern (KSU) is highlighted as a pivotal factor that could enhance competitive advantage and operational synergies across North America. While some analysts suggest potential resistance in the short term and the possibility of a pullback before buying, the overall sentiment leans towards a belief in the company's foundational strength and resilience. Several analysts note the cyclical nature of the rail industry, with expectations that improvements in the manufacturing sector and trade flows will positively impact future performance. However, there are cautionary voices regarding potential disruptions from trade negotiations and the current freight recession, which could affect volumes and pricing power in the near future.

Consensus

Positive

Valuation

Fair Value

Similar

CNR, CNR

COMMENT

Doesn’t think there is a takeover brewing. The difference between CP and CNR has widened.

BUY

Hot time for Transportation right now. Prefers CN but CP is performing quit well here. We could get back up to the highs. Just keep putting a stop on it.

COMMENT

Prefers Canadian National (CNR-T) because it has better North American foot print and is less dependent on commodities. This one is OK, but just not as good.

BUY

This company lives or dies by the weather and last year they were brutalized by it. Rail traffic is recovering and they have great exposure to potash and coal. Just signed a new contract with Teck Resources (TCK.B-T). Could see it going back to the $60-$65 range.

BUY

Rails are pretty much a barometer on the economy. We are in a very slow growth economy so stock prices have pulled back quite a bit. At this price it is a relatively good buy.

WAIT

He said he would consider the shares if they hit $50. Earnings are more cyclical than CNR-T. Well run Canadian business. We wont rush out to buy because of economic outlook. It is not attractive enough.

COMMENT

A duopoly. Good pricing power. Everyone worrying about an economic contraction has affected stock price. Had a couple of bad quarters in a row but are turning it around.

BUY

Very good stock but has been weakened in this latest downturn. Dow Jones transports broke down today, which is not a very good sign. From a pure valuation play this one looks very good. Loadings have been very strong.

DON'T BUY

Hasn't been performing that well. Any holdings he had was switched into Canadian National (CNR-T). A bulk carrier and will suffer if we have slower growth. Got ahead of itself.

DON'T BUY

Has had numerous operational problems with flooding and whether. Operating ratio has ballooned up. Prefers Canadian National (CNR-T) whose operating ratio is in the low 60's. Good entry point for CN now.

COMMENT

Canadian National (CNR-T) or Canadian Pacific (CP-T)? With an expected bump on the stock tomorrow, should the caller sell his CNR and switch? He has considered the same thing but CN is still delivering the better earnings. He would continue to hold.

WAIT

The problem is that their costs are going up because of fuel. Economy is ok, but growth is not keeping pace with increasing cost of fuel. Also they have to pour money into their pension plan. The driver will be interest rates. If interest rates go up 1%, they can stop pouring money into pension plan.

BUY

Affected by heavy snows in the winter and flooding in the spring. Prefers Canadian National (CNR-T) on a longer-term basis. Big difference in their operating ratios. Both are good companies.

BUY

Will have 2 or 3 quarters in a row of lousy earnings. A lot of this is weather based, flooding in North Dakota and Minnesota. Once they get through the weather issues, efficiencies will be back on track. Has under performed the other rail stocks.

BUY

This rail has the commodities side that is feeding Asia giving leverage that can work plus or minus. Good yield and at a good price.

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