Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsPetróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras (PBR-A)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$290.09
+1.06%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.59B
PBR-A
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
$18.13
+1.00%
ENERGY · Cap: $114.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras generates 3975% more annual revenue ($497.55B vs $12.21B). PBR-A leads profitability with a 22.1% profit margin vs -2.7%. PBR-A appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.30. PBR-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
PBR-A
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
+37.8%
Fair Value
$23.71
Current Price
$18.13
$5.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
0.5% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : PBR-A
The strongest argument for PBR-A centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.1% and operating margin at 26.9%. PEG of 0.30 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 : PBR-A
The primary concerns for PBR-A are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while PBR-A is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
APD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — expect wider price swings.
APD is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
PBR-A generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PBR-A scores higher overall (75/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 22.1% margins. 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 →Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Petrleo Brasileiro SA - Petrobras produces and sells oil and gas in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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