Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsOrion Engineered Carbons SA (OEC)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$290.09
+1.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.59B
OEC
Orion Engineered Carbons SA
$5.86
+6.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $293.19M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 576% more annual revenue ($12.21B vs $1.81B). APD leads profitability with a -2.7% profit margin vs -3.9%. OEC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. OEC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
OEC
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 4.8%
ROE of -16.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 5.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : OEC
The strongest argument for OEC centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : OEC
The primary concerns for OEC are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OEC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
APD is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
OEC generates stronger free cash flow (44M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
OEC scores higher overall (44/100 vs 42/100). Both earn "Hold" 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 →Orion Engineered Carbons SA
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Orion Engineered Carbons SA, produces and sells carbon black products in Germany, the United States, South Korea, Brazil, China, South Africa, the rest of Europe and internationally. The company is headquartered in Senningerberg, Luxembourg.
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