Linde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)vsPublic Storage (PSA)
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$493.16
-0.14%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $228.33B
PSA
Public Storage
$311.04
+0.55%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $54.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 611% more annual revenue ($34.65B vs $4.87B). PSA leads profitability with a 39.1% profit margin vs 20.4%. LIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.34. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
LIN
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.0%
Fair Value
$355.19
Current Price
$493.16
$137.97 premium
Margin of Safety
+6.8%
Fair Value
$315.45
Current Price
$311.04
$4.41 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 28.5%
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Earnings expanding 32.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.1x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : PSA
The strongest argument for PSA centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.1% and operating margin at 46.0%.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIN profiles as a mature stock while PSA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PSA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
LIN is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
LIN generates stronger free cash flow (898M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LIN scores higher overall (62/100 vs 62/100), 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.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Public Storage is an American international self storage company headquartered in Glendale, California, that is run as a real estate investment trust (REIT).
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