Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsWD-40 Company (WDFC)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$291.43
-1.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.61B
WDFC
WD-40 Company
$194.82
-2.12%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 1768% more annual revenue ($12.60B vs $674.68M). WDFC leads profitability with a 13.2% profit margin vs -0.4%. APD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.21. WDFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
APD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
WDFC
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
-77.3%
Fair Value
$133.16
Current Price
$194.82
$61.66 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 20.7%
Revenue surging 24.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 45.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.4x book value
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 : WDFC
The strongest argument for WDFC centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 24.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : WDFC
The primary concerns for WDFC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while WDFC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
APD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
WDFC is growing revenue faster at 24.3% — sustainability is the question.
APD generates stronger free cash flow (310M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WDFC scores higher overall (67/100 vs 43/100) and 24.3% revenue growth. 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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
WD-40 Company develops and sells maintenance products and cleaning and home care products in America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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