Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsSunCoke Energy Inc (SXC)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$291.43
-0.76%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.61B
SXC
SunCoke Energy Inc
$10.02
-1.09%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $876.76M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 564% more annual revenue ($12.60B vs $1.90B). APD leads profitability with a -0.4% profit margin vs -2.9%. SXC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.98. SXC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
APD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
SXC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 650.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : SXC
The strongest argument for SXC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SXC
The primary concerns for SXC are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SXC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
SXC is growing revenue faster at 9.5% — sustainability is the question.
APD generates stronger free cash flow (310M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SXC scores higher overall (56/100 vs 43/100). 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 · COKING COAL · USA
SunCoke Energy, Inc. is an independent coke producer in America and Brazil. The company is headquartered in Lisle, Illinois.
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