Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$278.75
+0.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $63.35B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$135.35
-0.17%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $66.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 297% more annual revenue ($12.60B vs $3.17B). WPM leads profitability with a 64.7% profit margin vs -0.4%. WPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
APD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
WPM
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-87.6%
Fair Value
$151.65
Current Price
$278.75
$127.10 premium
Margin of Safety
-47.2%
Fair Value
$92.11
Current Price
$135.35
$43.24 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 65 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 72.3%
Revenue surging 84.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 85.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 64.7% and operating margin at 72.3%. Revenue growth of 84.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while WPM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 84.7% — sustainability is the question.
APD generates stronger free cash flow (310M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (78/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 64.7% margins and 84.7% 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.
Visit Website →Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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