Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsSeaboard Corporation (SEB)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$290.09
+1.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.59B
SEB
Seaboard Corporation
$5,405.30
+3.78%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 24% more annual revenue ($12.21B vs $9.82B). SEB leads profitability with a 4.0% profit margin vs -2.7%. SEB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.65. SEB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
SEB
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
+71.0%
Fair Value
$19183.79
Current Price
$5405.30
$13778.49 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 67.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : SEB
The strongest argument for SEB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.65 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 : SEB
The primary concerns for SEB are Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while SEB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
APD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — expect wider price swings.
SEB is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
SEB generates stronger free cash flow (53M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SEB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 42/100) and 14.5% 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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INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Seaboard Corporation is a global agribusiness and transportation company. The company is headquartered in Merriam, Kansas.
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