Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsSuzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR (SUZ)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$300.05
-0.81%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $67.35B
SUZ
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR
$8.87
-0.67%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $11.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR generates 311% more annual revenue ($50.12B vs $12.21B). SUZ leads profitability with a 26.8% profit margin vs -2.7%. SUZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
SUZ
Buy57
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
+71.3%
Fair Value
$38.95
Current Price
$8.87
$30.08 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 7.5%
Earnings declined 38.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : SUZ
The strongest argument for SUZ centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.8% and operating margin at 16.9%.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SUZ
The primary concerns for SUZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.43 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while SUZ 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.
SUZ generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SUZ scores higher overall (57/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 26.8% 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.
Visit Website →Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · PAPER & PAPER PRODUCTS · USA
Suzano SA produces and sells eucalyptus pulp and paper products in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Salvador, Brazil.
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