Linde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)vsOil-Dri Corporation Of America (ODC)
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$507.90
-0.40%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $229.28B
ODC
Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
$84.03
-0.06%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 6976% more annual revenue ($34.65B vs $489.76M). LIN leads profitability with a 20.4% profit margin vs 11.4%. 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+
ODC
Buy54
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
-33.8%
Fair Value
$49.45
Current Price
$84.03
$34.58 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%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 25.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : ODC
The strongest argument for ODC centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : ODC
The primary concerns for ODC are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIN profiles as a mature stock while ODC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ODC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
ODC is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
LIN generates stronger free cash flow (898M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LIN scores higher overall (62/100 vs 54/100), 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 →Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Oil-Dri Corporation of America, develops, manufactures and markets absorbent products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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