Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsIngevity Corp (NGVT)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$291.43
-0.76%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.61B
NGVT
Ingevity Corp
$69.41
+3.40%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 986% more annual revenue ($12.60B vs $1.16B). NGVT leads profitability with a 4.7% profit margin vs -0.4%. APD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.21. NGVT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
APD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
NGVT
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
-64.6%
Fair Value
$45.52
Current Price
$69.41
$23.89 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 199.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 51.0x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : NGVT
The strongest argument for NGVT centers on EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : NGVT
The primary concerns for NGVT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 99.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 26.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while NGVT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NGVT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
APD is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
APD generates stronger free cash flow (310M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NGVT scores higher overall (57/100 vs 43/100). 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 →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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