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Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd (CP)

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$76.27
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Upturn Advisory Summary

08/28/2025: CP (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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32 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $90.12

1 Year Target Price $90.12

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$90.12 Target price
52w Low $66.35
Current$76.27
52w High $87.07

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -16.82%
Avg. Invested days 36
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 70.01B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 23.47
1Y Target Price 90.12
Price to earnings Ratio 23.47
1Y Target Price 90.12
Volume (30-day avg) 32
Beta 1.04
52 Weeks Range 66.35 - 87.07
Updated Date 08/28/2025
52 Weeks Range 66.35 - 87.07
Updated Date 08/28/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 1.04%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.25

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Profitability

Profit Margin 28.04%
Operating Margin (TTM) 39.71%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.37%
Return on Equity (TTM) 9.09%

Valuation

Trailing PE 23.47
Forward PE 22.37
Enterprise Value 85155441624
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.69
Enterprise Value 85155441624
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.69
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.9
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.52
Shares Outstanding 917976000
Shares Floating 863769836
Shares Outstanding 917976000
Shares Floating 863769836
Percent Insiders 0.12
Percent Institutions 75.71

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Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Canadian Pacific Railway (CP) was founded in 1881. It played a crucial role in connecting Canada and facilitating trade. Significant milestones include completing the transcontinental railway in 1885 and evolving into a modern freight transportation company.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Freight Transportation: CP's primary business involves transporting various commodities, including grain, coal, intermodal containers, energy products, and automotive parts across its rail network. They have a strong presence in cross-border trade between Canada and the United States.
  • Merchandise: The Merchandise segment ships forest products, industrial products, and fertilizers. It operates throughout Canada and the United States.
  • Bulk: The Bulk segment ships grain, coal, potash, and sulphur. It operates throughout Canada and the United States.
  • Intermodal: The Intermodal segment ships retail goods in overseas containers that are transported by ship, rail, and truck. It operates throughout Canada and the United States.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Keith Creel is the President and CEO. The organizational structure is typical of a large railroad company, with divisions responsible for operations, marketing, finance, and other key functions.

Top Products and Market Share

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  • Grain Transportation: CP is a major transporter of grain from the Canadian prairies to ports for export. Market share data is difficult to find, but it is a substantial portion of the grain transport market in Canada. Competitors include CN Railway, trucking companies and other railways.
  • Intermodal Transportation: CP transports containers between ports and inland distribution centers. Market share is also difficult to determine, but it is a significant player in the intermodal market. Competitors include CN Railway, trucking companies and other railways.
  • Coal Transportation: CP transports coal between mines and ports for export. Market share data is difficult to find. Competitors include CN Railway, trucking companies and other railways.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The railway industry is characterized by high capital costs, regulatory oversight, and cyclical demand. It plays a vital role in transporting goods over long distances. Recently consolidation is occuring and companies are partnering together to offer a better customer experience.

Positioning

CP is a major North American railway with a strong presence in Canada and the United States. Its competitive advantages include its extensive network, efficient operations, and focus on customer service.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The North American freight rail market is estimated at hundreds of billions of dollars. CP is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this market, particularly in key commodities such as grain and intermodal.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Extensive rail network
  • Efficient operations
  • Strong financial performance
  • Experienced management team
  • Strategic acquisitions (e.g., Kansas City Southern)

Weaknesses

  • High capital costs
  • Dependence on commodity prices
  • Exposure to weather-related disruptions
  • Unionized workforce

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for freight transportation
  • Expansion into new markets
  • Increased intermodal traffic
  • Technological advancements (e.g., automation)

Threats

  • Economic downturns
  • Competition from trucking and other transportation modes
  • Regulatory changes
  • Environmental concerns
  • Geopolitical risks

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • UNP
  • NSC
  • CSX
  • KSU

Competitive Landscape

CP's advantages include its strong network and efficient operations. Disadvantages could include regulatory hurdles and competition from other modes of transportation.

Major Acquisitions

Kansas City Southern

  • Year: 2022
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 31000
  • Strategic Rationale: Acquisition expanded CP's network into the United States and Mexico, creating the first single-owner rail network linking the three countries.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: CP has historically grown through organic expansion and acquisitions.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates for future growth need to be sourced from financial analysts or websites.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in infrastructure, technology, and customer service to improve efficiency and attract new business.

Summary

Canadian Pacific Railway is a strong player in the North American rail industry, benefiting from its extensive network and efficient operations. The acquisition of Kansas City Southern has significantly expanded its reach and created new opportunities. However, it faces challenges related to commodity prices, regulatory oversight, and competition from other transportation modes. The company needs to continue investing in infrastructure and technology to maintain its competitive edge.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company filings, financial websites, industry reports.

Disclaimers:

Data is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data can fluctuate.

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About Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Calgary, AB, Canada
IPO Launch date 1983-12-30
CEO, President & Director Mr. Keith E. Creel
Sector Industrials
Industry Railroads
Full time employees 19943
Full time employees 19943

Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited, together with its subsidiaries, owns and operates a transcontinental freight railway in Canada, the United States, and Mexico. The transports bulk commodities, including grain, coal, potash, fertilizers, and sulphur; merchandise freight, such as forest products, energy, chemicals and plastics, metals, minerals, consumer products, and automotive; and intermodal traffic comprising retail goods in overseas containers. It also provides rail and intermodal transportation services over a network of approximately 20,000 miles serving business centers. The company was formerly known as Canadian Pacific Railway Limited and changed its name to Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited in April 2023. Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited was incorporated in 1881 and is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.