Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsMedtronic PLC (MDT)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$290.09
+1.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.59B
MDT
Medtronic PLC
$87.89
+1.51%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $110.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Medtronic PLC generates 191% more annual revenue ($35.48B vs $12.21B). MDT leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs -2.7%. MDT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. MDT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
MDT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
-255.7%
Fair Value
$24.34
Current Price
$87.89
$63.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 11.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : MDT
The strongest argument for MDT centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MDT
The primary concerns for MDT are EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while MDT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
APD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — expect wider price swings.
MDT is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
MDT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MDT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 42/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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 →Medtronic PLC
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Medtronic plc is an American-Irish registered medical device company that primarily operates in the United States. Medtronic has an operational and executive headquarters in Fridley, Minnesota in the US.
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