Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsNucor Corp (NUE)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$307.20
+1.48%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $66.51B
NUE
Nucor Corp
$275.19
+1.29%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $61.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nucor Corp generates 208% more annual revenue ($38.83B vs $12.60B). NUE leads profitability with a 9.3% profit margin vs -0.4%. APD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.07. NUE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
APD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
NUE
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Revenue surging 32.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 120.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : NUE
The strongest argument for NUE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 32.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : NUE
The primary concerns for NUE are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while NUE is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NUE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.85 — expect wider price swings.
NUE is growing revenue faster at 32.0% — sustainability is the question.
NUE generates stronger free cash flow (829M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NUE scores higher overall (71/100 vs 43/100) and 32.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Nucor Corporation is a producer of steel and related products based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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