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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

PAST TOP PICK

(A top Pick Oct 12/06. Up 8.9%.) Shipping of coal has slipped a little but all others are doing well. Continuing to cut costs.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick July 27/06. Up 18.1%.) Their one problem is coal, their biggest commodity by ton, is down. They seem to be making up for it with other commodities.

HOLD

Has done very well. A little more economically sensitive than CNR (CNR-T), so sold his holdings recently.

BUY

Did a marvellous job over the last couple of years, Used to always earn a multiple discount to others because of lack of execution. Last year, had a 25% year-over-year earnings growth rate, so they are beginning to show the numbers. However, CN (CNR-T) is still miles ahead on operating ratios. Good company and well managed. Looking for 10%-15% growth over the next year.

BUY

Likes the rails now. Basic business is doing extremely well. Had problems with coal, which was not doing well, but offsetting that is the increase in grains. Grain stockpiles in western Canada have not been drawn down for the last couple of years, but with Australia’s drought there will be more. Operating ratios are improving.

BUY

Reported very good results in their operating numbers. Prefers Canadian National (CNR-T) but this is a good company.

TOP PICK

Economically sensitive. Energy prices are dropping. Earnings have been a little weak lately as they are not shipping as much coal out of the Fording coal mine, but that is going to be a short term issue. Working on getting their cost structure down.

PAST TOP PICK

It has increased a little. He is a little disappointed and believes that the stock could have done better. He likes it long term though.

BUY

Feels that both Canadian National (CNR-T) and Canadian Pacific (CP-T) tend to be defensive in nature. This one has lagged. It also has more exposure to commodities. Of the 2 this would be her preference at this time.

BUY

Rails have been oversold in the last three months. Good price.

BUY

Pretty much an East/West story. A commodity story.

SELL

A great name to own as commodities were going up. Believes commodity demand is coming off, so if you want to be in this area, would switch to Canadian National (CNR-T).

WAIT

Canadian National (CNR-T) and Canadian Pacific (CP-T) are 2 very strong companies. He would give the nod to CNR in terms of their efficiencies. They have both come off recently but would like to see them a little bit lower.

DON'T BUY

Very close to buying. Price-earnings ratios at 14.1 for this year and next are virtually identical for both CNR (CNR-T) and CP (CP-T). Prefers CNR of the two.

DON'T BUY

Looks interesting. Its quarter was a little disappointing. Prefers CNR (CNR-T).

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