Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsRPM International Inc (RPM)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$290.09
+1.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.59B
RPM
RPM International Inc
$98.84
+2.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $12.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 61% more annual revenue ($12.21B vs $7.58B). RPM leads profitability with a 8.8% profit margin vs -2.7%. RPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. RPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
RPM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
-237.9%
Fair Value
$35.29
Current Price
$98.84
$63.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
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
3.5% revenue growth
Earnings declined 11.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : RPM
The strongest argument for RPM centers on Return on Equity.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : RPM
The primary concerns for RPM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while RPM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
RPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
APD is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
RPM generates stronger free cash flow (296M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RPM scores higher overall (54/100 vs 42/100). 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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BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
RPM International Inc. manufactures and sells specialty chemicals for the global consumer, specialty and industrial markets. The company is headquartered in Medina, Ohio.
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