Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsFlexible Solutions International Inc (FSI)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$290.09
+1.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.59B
FSI
Flexible Solutions International Inc
$5.30
+1.05%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.53M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 31558% more annual revenue ($12.21B vs $38.56M). FSI leads profitability with a 5.0% profit margin vs -2.7%. APD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 6.41. FSI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
FSI
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
+8.8%
Fair Value
$6.55
Current Price
$5.29
$1.25 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Earnings expanding 50.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.0% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : FSI
The strongest argument for FSI centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 13.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : FSI
The primary concerns for FSI are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while FSI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.66 — expect wider price swings.
FSI is growing revenue faster at 13.3% — sustainability is the question.
FSI generates stronger free cash flow (39,440), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSI scores higher overall (50/100 vs 42/100) and 13.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. is an American international corporation whose principal business is selling gases and chemicals for industrial uses. Air Products' headquarters is in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
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BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Flexible Solutions International, Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets specialty chemicals that slow the evaporation of water in Canada, the United States, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Taber, Canada.
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