Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsOil-Dri Corporation Of America (ODC)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$287.08
-0.33%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.61B
ODC
Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
$87.62
-0.14%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 2473% more annual revenue ($12.60B vs $489.76M). ODC leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs -0.4%. APD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.21. ODC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
APD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
ODC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
-26.0%
Fair Value
$52.52
Current Price
$87.62
$35.10 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 25.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
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 : ODC
The strongest argument for ODC centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ODC
The primary concerns for ODC are Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while ODC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ODC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
ODC is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
APD generates stronger free cash flow (310M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ODC 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 →Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Oil-Dri Corporation of America, develops, manufactures and markets absorbent products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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