Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsArcelorMittal SA ADR (MT)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$291.43
-1.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.61B
MT
ArcelorMittal SA ADR
$74.51
-0.73%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $59.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ArcelorMittal SA ADR generates 399% more annual revenue ($62.85B vs $12.60B). MT leads profitability with a 2.9% profit margin vs -0.4%. MT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.42. MT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
APD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
MT
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
2.9% margin — thin
Earnings declined 61.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : MT
The strongest argument for MT centers on PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : MT
The primary concerns for MT are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while MT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.75 — expect wider price swings.
MT is growing revenue faster at 5.2% — sustainability is the question.
APD generates stronger free cash flow (310M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MT scores higher overall (50/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Hold" 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 →ArcelorMittal SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
ArcelorMittal owns and operates steelmaking and mining facilities in Europe, North and South America, Asia and Africa. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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