Canadian Pacific [CP] vs CSX [CSX] Detailed Stock Comparison
Canadian Pacific
NYSE
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CSX
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Canadian Pacific wins in 11 metrics, CSX wins in 9 metrics, with 0 ties. Canadian Pacific appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Canadian Pacific | CSX | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 22.94 | 21.74 | CSX |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.49 | 5.34 | Canadian Pacific |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 47.23 | 159.51 | Canadian Pacific |
| PEG Ratio | 20.84 | 17.45 | CSX |
| EV/EBITDA | 11.65 | 12.87 | Canadian Pacific |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 28.04% | 21.92% | Canadian Pacific |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 39.71% | 36.09% | Canadian Pacific |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 39.71% | 36.09% | Canadian Pacific |
| Return on Equity | 9.09% | 24.82% | CSX |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 4.37% | 7.25% | CSX |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $2.41B | $2.72B | CSX |
| Dividend Yield | 0.67% | 1.83% | CSX |
| 1-Year Return | -3.55% | 4.21% | CSX |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 4.63 | 4.67 | Canadian Pacific |
| Enterprise Value | $66.35B | $85.41B | CSX |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 6.12 | 6.03 | CSX |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 36.31% | 35.90% | Canadian Pacific |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $16 | $7 | Canadian Pacific |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $3.27 | $1.63 | Canadian Pacific |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.05 | 1.25 | Canadian Pacific |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Canadian Pacific vs CSX Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian Pacific | -0.49% | 2.94% | -7.05% | 1.69% | -3.97% | 1.82% |
| CSX | 0.51% | 1.20% | 6.11% | 22.34% | 7.10% | 10.17% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian Pacific | -3.55% | -7.67% | 27.74% | 135.69% | 553.48% | 856.89% |
| CSX | 4.21% | 3.14% | 43.15% | 258.97% | 532.68% | 1,328.63% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Canadian Pacific vs CSX
| Metric | CP | CSX |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $69.03B | $66.05B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 3,950,780 | 18,518,020 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 3,168,473 | 18,119,080 |
| Last Close | $75.02 | $35.43 |
| 52 Week Range | $66.49 - $87.72 | $26.22 - $37.10 |
| % from 52W High | -14.48% | -4.50% |
| All-Time High | $91.58 (Mar 11, 2024) | $40.12 (Feb 19, 2024) |
| % from All-Time High | -18.08% | -11.69% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.03% | -0.03% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.36% | -0.14% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.28% | 0.22% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.40% | 0.36% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.09% | 0.25% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 47.23 | 159.51 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $50.34 | $6.64 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.87 | $0.21 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $3.99B | $4.96B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $1.68B | $1.55B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.67% | 1.83% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.54 | $0.63 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Canadian Pacific vs CSX
| Metric | CP | CSX |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 22.94 | 21.74 |
| Forward P/E | 20.84 | 17.45 |
| PEG Ratio | 20.84 | 17.45 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 4.63 | 4.67 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.49 | 5.34 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $69.03B | $66.05B |
| Enterprise Value | $66.35B | $85.41B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 6.12 | 6.03 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 11.65 | 12.87 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.05 | 1.25 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $50.34 | $6.64 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Canadian Pacific vs CSX
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CP | CSX |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $3.80B | $3.42B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $2.48B | $2.38B |
| Gross Profit | $1.32B | $1.04B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $1.32B | $1.04B |
| EBITDA | $1.92B | $1.49B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $1.20B | $858.00M |
| Income Tax | $292.00M | $212.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $909.00M | $646.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CP | CSX |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $695.00M | $1.14B |
| Total Current Assets | $3.46B | $3.02B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $4.25B | $3.42B |
| Long-Term Debt | $21.14B | $19.01B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $49.24B | $12.18B |
| Retained Earnings | $19.88B | $9.66B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | N/A | $53.16B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CP | CSX |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $1.43B | $1.17B |
| Capital Expenditures | $-712.00M | $-750.00M |
| Free Cash Flow | $433.00M | $-141.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-1.67B | $-1.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-347.00M | $-421.00M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | CP | CSX |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 14.08M | 23.54M |
| Short Ratio | 5.47 | 1.69 |
| Short % of Float | 0.02% | 0.01% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 3,950,780 | 18,518,020 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 3,168,473 | 18,119,080 |
| Shares Outstanding | 933.50M | 1.90B |
| Float Shares | 861.84M | 1.86B |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.76% | 0.80% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Canadian Pacific vs CSX
| Metric | CP | CSX |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.54 | $0.63 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.67% | 1.83% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $0.60 | $0.50 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.19% | 0.35% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $1.81 | $1.51 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 28, 2025 | Aug 29, 2025 |