Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$300.05
-0.81%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $67.35B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$89.54
+4.14%
UTILITIES · Cap: $85.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
National Grid PLC ADR generates 43% more annual revenue ($17.48B vs $12.21B). NGG leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs -2.7%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. NGG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
NGG
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-85.4%
Fair Value
$161.81
Current Price
$300.05
$138.24 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NGG.
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
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 9.0x book value
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 11.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 24.1%. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while NGG is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
APD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — expect wider price swings.
APD is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
APD generates stronger free cash flow (-351M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NGG scores higher overall (50/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 16.4% margins. 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.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
National Grid plc transmits and distributes electricity and natural gas. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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