As Canadian National Railway Co prepares to report its latest earnings on July 24, 2026, investors are closely watching to see if the company can keep exceeding expectations.
Canadian National Railway Co (CNR) will announce its earnings for the fiscal period ending June 30, 2026, before the market opens on July 24. With an EPS consensus estimate of $1.92, this report will be key in assessing its performance against analyst expectations and historical benchmarks.
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Canadian National Railway Co
CNR.TO
CNR.TO
Canadian National Railway Co
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$110.44B
P/E
23.4x
Div. yield
1.97%
Div. / share
$3.60
52W high
$185.25
52W low
$123.79
1W change
-3.18%
Beta
1.00
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering CNR
Wall Street analysts forecast CNR stock price to rise 6.5% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$189.68
+6.5% Upside
Current Price
C$178.08
Last close
Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on CNR's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
20.2%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
22.1%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$212.90
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$189.00 | C$176.30 – C$202.62 |
| 60 trading days | C$200.59 | C$181.80 – C$221.33 |
| 90 trading days | C$212.90 | C$188.73 – C$240.16 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
Analyst coverage: 20 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 2 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-07-24 | — | 1.9200 | — |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-04-29 | 1.8000 | 1.8100 | -0.6% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-01-30 | 2.0800 | 1.9800 | +5.1% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-10-31 | 1.8300 | 1.7700 | +3.4% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-07-22 | 1.8700 | 1.8700 | +0.0% |
| 2025-03-31 | 2025-05-01 | 1.8500 | 1.7800 | +3.9% |
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Investor takeaway: Investors should pay attention to CNR's earnings report, especially since the company has had mixed results in recent quarters. Its strategic agreements, particularly with Union Pacific, could significantly influence future growth prospects.
EPS Estimate: $1.92
CNR's EPS growth estimate is 2.6% compared to last year, suggesting modest growth expectations in a challenging industry landscape.
Bull case
CNR has shown a strong ability to handle challenges in the rail industry. Recent agreements aimed at improving North American rail connectivity could enhance its competitive position, potentially leading to better revenue growth and increased investor confidence.
Bear case
However, CNR has also faced pressures, as seen in recent EPS revisions where estimates have been lowered in the past 30 days. If the company doesn't meet or exceed the consensus estimate, it could indicate broader operational issues.
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