Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsMinerals Technologies Inc (MTX)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$290.09
+1.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.59B
MTX
Minerals Technologies Inc
$70.18
+3.45%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 489% more annual revenue ($12.21B vs $2.07B). APD leads profitability with a -2.7% profit margin vs -89.0%. MTX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.22. MTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
MTX
Hold43
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 24.3%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 30.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -79.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 28.8%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : MTX
The strongest argument for MTX centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 30.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MTX
The primary concerns for MTX are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while MTX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
MTX is growing revenue faster at 30.0% — sustainability is the question.
MTX generates stronger free cash flow (32M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MTX scores higher overall (43/100 vs 42/100) and 30.0% revenue growth. 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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Minerals Technologies Inc. develops, produces and markets a variety of specialty mineral, synthetic mineral and mineral products, and supporting systems and services. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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