Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsAspen Aerogels Inc (ASPN)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$291.43
-0.76%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.61B
ASPN
Aspen Aerogels Inc
$4.91
+3.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $407.48M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 6136% more annual revenue ($12.60B vs $202.09M). APD leads profitability with a -0.4% profit margin vs -62.5%. APD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
APD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
ASPN
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -65.6% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 36.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : ASPN
The strongest argument for ASPN centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ASPN
The primary concerns for ASPN are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASPN carries more volatility with a beta of 2.97 — expect wider price swings.
APD is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
APD generates stronger free cash flow (310M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
APD scores higher overall (43/100 vs 28/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. is an American international corporation whose principal business is selling gases and chemicals for industrial uses. Air Products' headquarters is in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Visit Website →Aspen Aerogels Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Aspen Aerogels, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells airgel insulation products primarily for use in the energy infrastructure and building materials markets in the United States, Asia, Canada, Europe, and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Northborough, Massachusetts.
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