Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsStepan Company (SCL)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$290.09
+1.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.59B
SCL
Stepan Company
$50.27
+4.06%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 423% more annual revenue ($12.21B vs $2.33B). SCL leads profitability with a 2.0% profit margin vs -2.7%. SCL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.75. SCL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
SCL
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
+31.1%
Fair Value
$95.94
Current Price
$50.27
$45.67 discount
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
Earnings expanding 49.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : SCL
The strongest argument for SCL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SCL
The primary concerns for SCL are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while SCL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
APD is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
SCL generates stronger free cash flow (-31M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCL scores higher overall (60/100 vs 42/100). 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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Stepan Company produces and sells specialty and intermediate chemicals to other manufacturers for use in various end products in North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Northfield, Illinois.
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