Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsNexa Resources SA (NEXA)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$291.43
-0.76%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.61B
NEXA
Nexa Resources SA
$13.31
+1.29%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 264% more annual revenue ($12.60B vs $3.46B). NEXA leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs -0.4%. NEXA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
APD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
NEXA
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
-43.8%
Fair Value
$8.61
Current Price
$13.31
$4.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 6235.0% YoY
Revenue surging 28.2% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : NEXA
The strongest argument for NEXA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 28.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : NEXA
The primary concerns for NEXA are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.54 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while NEXA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEXA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
NEXA is growing revenue faster at 28.2% — sustainability is the question.
APD generates stronger free cash flow (310M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEXA scores higher overall (69/100 vs 43/100) and 28.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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 →Nexa Resources SA
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Nexa Resources SA is dedicated to the zinc mining and smelting business. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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