Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsSimpson Manufacturing Company Inc (SSD)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$300.05
-0.81%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $67.35B
SSD
Simpson Manufacturing Company Inc
$188.70
-1.25%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 413% more annual revenue ($12.21B vs $2.38B). SSD leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs -2.7%. SSD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.80. SSD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
SSD
Buy56
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
Margin of Safety
-38.0%
Fair Value
$149.18
Current Price
$188.70
$39.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
No standout strengths identified
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
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : SSD
SSD has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SSD
The primary concerns for SSD are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while SSD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SSD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
SSD is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
SSD scores higher overall (56/100 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 · LUMBER & WOOD PRODUCTION · USA
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. designs, designs, manufactures and sells products for the construction of wooden and concrete buildings. The company is headquartered in Pleasanton, California.
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