Linde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)vsNorthwest Pipe Company (NWPX)
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$507.90
-0.40%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $229.28B
NWPX
Northwest Pipe Company
$117.76
-3.96%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 6222% more annual revenue ($34.65B vs $548.14M). LIN leads profitability with a 20.4% profit margin vs 7.7%. LIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.32. LIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
LIN
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
NWPX
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-70.2%
Fair Value
$298.47
Current Price
$507.90
$209.43 premium
Margin of Safety
-78.6%
Fair Value
$42.13
Current Price
$117.76
$75.63 premium
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 28.5%
Earnings expanding 176.9% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.1% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
7.7% margin — thin
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 20.4% and operating margin at 28.5%.
Bull Case : NWPX
The strongest argument for NWPX centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 19.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NWPX
The primary concerns for NWPX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIN profiles as a mature stock while NWPX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NWPX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
NWPX is growing revenue faster at 19.1% — sustainability is the question.
LIN generates stronger free cash flow (898M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LIN scores higher overall (62/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 20.4% margins. Both earn "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.
Visit Website →Northwest Pipe Company
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Northwest Pipe Company manufactures and supplies engineered welded steel pipe systems in North America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington.
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