Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsNexa Resources SA (NEXA)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$282.35
+1.26%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $62.19B
NEXA
Nexa Resources SA
$13.05
-13.29%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 282% more annual revenue ($12.46B vs $3.26B). APD leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 6.4%. NEXA trades at a lower P/E of 7.8x. NEXA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
APD
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
NEXA
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-89.1%
Fair Value
$146.39
Current Price
$282.35
$135.96 premium
Margin of Safety
-54.0%
Fair Value
$8.04
Current Price
$13.05
$5.01 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 23.6%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 41.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 654.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.4% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 23.6%.
Bull Case : NEXA
The strongest argument for NEXA centers on P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 41.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : NEXA
The primary concerns for NEXA are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a mature stock while NEXA is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEXA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
NEXA is growing revenue faster at 41.7% — sustainability is the question.
NEXA generates stronger free cash flow (-127M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEXA scores higher overall (72/100 vs 57/100) and 41.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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 →Nexa Resources SA
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Nexa Resources SA is dedicated to the zinc mining and smelting business. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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