Alcoa Corp (AA)vsLinde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)
AA
Alcoa Corp
$39.54
+2.92%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.61B
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$515.25
-1.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $236.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 153% more annual revenue ($36.24B vs $14.31B). LIN leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 10.7%. LIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. AA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
AA
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
LIN
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.9%
Fair Value
$28.52
Current Price
$39.54
$11.02 premium
Margin of Safety
-61.7%
Fair Value
$318.00
Current Price
$515.25
$197.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 105.7% YoY
Revenue surging 23.7% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 28.0%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 10.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AA
The strongest argument for AA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 23.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LIN
The strongest argument for LIN centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 28.0%.
Bear Case : AA
The primary concerns for AA are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AA profiles as a growth stock while LIN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
AA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.74 — expect wider price swings.
AA is growing revenue faster at 23.7% — sustainability is the question.
LIN generates stronger free cash flow (833M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AA scores higher overall (78/100 vs 54/100) and 23.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Alcoa Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · ALUMINUM · USA
Alcoa Corporation produces and sells bauxite, alumina, and aluminum products in the United States, Spain, Australia, Brazil, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Linde plc is a multinational chemical company. It is the largest industrial gas company by market share and revenue. It serves customers in the healthcare, petroleum refining, manufacturing, food, beverage carbonation, fiber-optics, steel making, aerospace, chemicals, electronics and water treatment industries. The company's primary business is the manufacturing and distribution of atmospheric gases, including oxygen, nitrogen, argon, rare gases, and process gases, including carbon dioxide, helium, hydrogen, electronic gases, specialty gases, and acetylene.
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