Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsIngevity Corp (NGVT)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$290.09
+1.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.59B
NGVT
Ingevity Corp
$71.78
+3.28%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 946% more annual revenue ($12.21B vs $1.17B). APD leads profitability with a -2.7% profit margin vs -14.3%. NGVT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.41. APD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 42/100 (D).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
NGVT
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 85.5x book value
ROE of -133.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 14.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : NGVT
NGVT has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : NGVT
The primary concerns for NGVT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NGVT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
APD is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
NGVT generates stronger free cash flow (74M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
APD scores higher overall (42/100 vs 33/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" 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 →Ingevity Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Ingevity Corporation manufactures and sells specialty chemicals and activated carbon materials in North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and South America. The company is headquartered in North Charleston, South Carolina.
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