Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsQuaker Chemical Corporation (KWR)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$284.18
-0.68%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.61B
KWR
Quaker Chemical Corporation
$154.42
-0.85%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 538% more annual revenue ($12.60B vs $1.98B). KWR leads profitability with a 5.0% profit margin vs -0.4%. KWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.86. KWR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
APD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
KWR
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-87.4%
Fair Value
$151.65
Current Price
$284.18
$132.53 premium
Margin of Safety
-15.6%
Fair Value
$153.77
Current Price
$154.42
$0.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Earnings expanding 54.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : KWR
The strongest argument for KWR centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : KWR
The primary concerns for KWR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Thin 5.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while KWR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
KWR is growing revenue faster at 10.2% — sustainability is the question.
APD generates stronger free cash flow (310M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KWR scores higher overall (62/100 vs 43/100) and 10.2% revenue growth. Both earn "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 →Quaker Chemical Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Quaker Chemical Corporation develops, produces and markets a variety of specialty chemicals formulated for a wide range of heavy manufacturing and industrial applications. The company is headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.
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