Linde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)vsNutrien Ltd (NTR)
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$504.71
-0.71%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $232.23B
NTR
Nutrien Ltd
$74.13
+1.67%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $35.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 31% more annual revenue ($33.99B vs $25.95B). LIN leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 8.7%. NTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.58. NTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
LIN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
NTR
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.6%
Fair Value
$346.56
Current Price
$504.71
$158.15 premium
Margin of Safety
+23.4%
Fair Value
$95.42
Current Price
$74.13
$21.29 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 414.7% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 9.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIN
The strongest argument for LIN centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 28.2%.
Bull Case : NTR
The strongest argument for NTR centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.58 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NTR
The primary concerns for NTR are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIN profiles as a mature stock while NTR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
LIN is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
NTR generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NTR scores higher overall (69/100 vs 56/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" 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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
Nutrien Ltd. provides inputs, services and solutions for crops. The company is headquartered in Saskatoon, Canada.
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