Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsArcelorMittal SA ADR (MT)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$302.50
-0.81%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $67.35B
MT
ArcelorMittal SA ADR
$55.92
-3.42%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $42.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ArcelorMittal SA ADR generates 403% more annual revenue ($61.35B vs $12.21B). MT leads profitability with a 5.1% profit margin vs -2.7%. MT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. MT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
MT
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-85.4%
Fair Value
$161.81
Current Price
$302.50
$140.69 premium
Margin of Safety
-29.0%
Fair Value
$51.66
Current Price
$55.92
$4.26 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 32.8% YoY
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% revenue growth
ROE of 6.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of -5.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : MT
The strongest argument for MT centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.66 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MT
The primary concerns for MT are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while MT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.71 — expect wider price swings.
APD is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
MT generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MT scores higher overall (62/100 vs 42/100). 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 →ArcelorMittal SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
ArcelorMittal owns and operates steelmaking and mining facilities in Europe, North and South America, Asia and Africa. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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