Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsOmnicom Group Inc (OMC)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$290.09
+1.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.59B
OMC
Omnicom Group Inc
$75.74
+0.46%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $23.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Omnicom Group Inc generates 41% more annual revenue ($17.27B vs $12.21B). OMC leads profitability with a -0.3% profit margin vs -2.7%. APD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 6.41. OMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
OMC
Hold49
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
Revenue surging 27.9% year-over-year
Generating 3.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : OMC
The strongest argument for OMC centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 27.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : OMC
The primary concerns for OMC are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while OMC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
APD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — expect wider price swings.
OMC is growing revenue faster at 27.9% — sustainability is the question.
OMC generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OMC scores higher overall (49/100 vs 42/100) and 27.9% revenue growth. 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.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Omnicom Group Inc. is an American global media, marketing and corporate communications holding company, headquartered in New York City.
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