Linde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)vsMinerals Technologies Inc (MTX)
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$522.49
-0.77%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $236.08B
MTX
Minerals Technologies Inc
$61.64
-0.77%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 1570% more annual revenue ($36.24B vs $2.17B). LIN leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs -3.1%. LIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. LIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
LIN
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
MTX
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-61.9%
Fair Value
$318.30
Current Price
$522.49
$204.19 premium
Margin of Safety
+13.6%
Fair Value
$85.82
Current Price
$61.64
$24.18 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 28.0%
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 10.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIN
The strongest argument for LIN centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 28.0%.
Bull Case : MTX
The strongest argument for MTX centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MTX
The primary concerns for MTX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIN profiles as a mature stock while MTX is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
LIN is growing revenue faster at 9.2% — sustainability is the question.
LIN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LIN scores higher overall (54/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 19.3% 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.
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Linde plc is a multinational chemical company. It is the largest industrial gas company by market share and revenue. It serves customers in the healthcare, petroleum refining, manufacturing, food, beverage carbonation, fiber-optics, steel making, aerospace, chemicals, electronics and water treatment industries. The company's primary business is the manufacturing and distribution of atmospheric gases, including oxygen, nitrogen, argon, rare gases, and process gases, including carbon dioxide, helium, hydrogen, electronic gases, specialty gases, and acetylene.
Visit Website →Minerals Technologies Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Minerals Technologies Inc. develops, produces and markets a variety of specialty mineral, synthetic mineral and mineral products, and supporting systems and services. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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