Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsInnospec Inc (IOSP)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$291.43
-0.76%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.61B
IOSP
Innospec Inc
$93.23
+0.16%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 584% more annual revenue ($12.60B vs $1.84B). IOSP leads profitability with a 6.6% profit margin vs -0.4%. IOSP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. IOSP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
APD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
IOSP
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 33.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
6.6% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : IOSP
The strongest argument for IOSP centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.66 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : IOSP
The primary concerns for IOSP are Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while IOSP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
IOSP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
IOSP is growing revenue faster at 11.8% — sustainability is the question.
APD generates stronger free cash flow (310M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IOSP scores higher overall (68/100 vs 43/100) and 11.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" 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.
Visit Website →Innospec Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Innospec Inc. develops, manufactures, blends, markets, and supplies specialty chemicals in the United States, the rest of North America, the United Kingdom, the rest of Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.
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