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Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) Stock

Canadian National Railway Company Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Canadian National Railway Company (CNI), a prominent company in the industrials sector within the railroads industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $96.11. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $90.48 and $113.95. This places the current price at 84.3% of its 52-week high and 6.2% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 920,432. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 52.51, suggesting neutral conditions. The stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average of $93.91 by 2.34%. Similarly, it is below its 200-day moving average of $98.67 by 2.59%. The MACD histogram is 0.19, indicating bullish momentum (MACD Line: -0.27, Signal Line: -0.46). There is currently 1 active alert set for CNI by users.

Market Cap

$58.96B

52-Week High

$113.95

-15.66% from high

52-Week Low

$90.48

+6.22% from low

Avg Daily Volume

1,596,870

100-day average

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

17.79

Near market average

Forward P/E

15.53

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

2.05

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

3.74

EV/EBITDA

11.43

EPS (TTM)

$5.31

Price to Sales

3.44

Beta

0.85

Less volatile than market

How is CNI valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Canadian National Railway Company trades at a P/E ratio of 17.79, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 15.53 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.05 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is CNI's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.85, Canadian National Railway Company is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 3.74 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

26.60%

Operating Margin

41.30%

Return on Equity

22.30%

Return on Assets

7.75%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-1.30%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

6.70%

How profitable and efficient is CNI's business model?
Canadian National Railway Company achieves a profit margin of 26.60%, meaning it retains $26.60 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 41.30% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 22.30% and ROA at 7.75%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are CNI's recent growth trends?
Canadian National Railway Company's revenue declined by 1.30% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings increased by 6.70% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against RAILROADS industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$3.47

Dividend Yield

3.67%

Ex-Dividend Date

9/8/2025

Dividend Date

9/29/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from CNI?
Canadian National Railway Company offers a dividend yield of 3.67%, paying $3.47 per share annually. This above-average yield of 2-4% provides meaningful income while still allowing the company to reinvest for growth. It compares favorably to the S&P 500 average and offers competitive returns versus bonds in the current rate environment. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 9/8/2025.
How reliable is CNI's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Canadian National Railway Company pays $3.47 per share in dividends against earnings of $5.31 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 65.25%. This high payout ratio of 60-90% leaves limited earnings for reinvestment. While currently sustainable, there's less buffer for dividend growth or protection during earnings downturns. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 9/29/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

624.20M

Book Value/Share

$34.44

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is CNI's market capitalization and position?
Canadian National Railway Company has a market capitalization of $58.96B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 624.20M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the RAILROADS industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does CNI's price compare to its book value?
Canadian National Railway Company's book value per share is $34.44, while the current stock price is $96.11, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 2.79. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$108.84

13.25% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

5

Buy

9

Hold

15

Sell

1

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for CNI?
30 analysts cover CNI with 47% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $108.84 implies 13.2% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on CNI?
Current analyst recommendations:5 Strong Buy, 9 Buy, 15 Hold, 1 Sell, 0The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Oct 3, 2025, 08:28 AM

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

52.51

Neutral

50-Day Moving Average

$93.91

2.34% above MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$98.67

-2.59% below MA-200

MACD Line

-0.27

MACD Signal

-0.46

MACD Histogram

0.19

Bullish

What does CNI's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for CNI is currently 52.51, indicating the stock is in neutral territory (40-60 range). Neither buyers nor sellers have clear control, suggesting consolidation or balanced market forces. Combined with the price being above the 50-day moving average, this confirms bullish conditions.
How should traders interpret CNI's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at -0.27 above the signal line at -0.46, with histogram at 0.19. This bullish crossover suggests upward momentum is building. The 50-day MA ($93.91) is below the 200-day MA ($98.67), forming a death cross pattern that often warns of extended weakness. Price is currently between the MAs, suggesting transition.

Indicators last updated: Oct 3, 2025, 08:28 AM

Active Alerts

Alert Condition
Price falls below
Threshold
$93.00
Created
Oct 3, 2025, 08:27 AM

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