Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$281.01
-1.11%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $62.57B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$303.53
-2.21%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $76.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 93% more annual revenue ($23.57B vs $12.21B). SHW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs -2.7%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.69. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
SHW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
-226.9%
Fair Value
$92.84
Current Price
$303.53
$210.69 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Earnings expanding 140.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.3x book value
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 : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
APD is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (862M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (54/100 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.
Visit Website →Sherwin-Williams Co
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sherwin Williams Company is a Cleveland, Ohio based company in the paint and coating manufacturing industry. The company primarily engages in the manufacture, distribution, and sale of paints, coatings, floorcoverings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial, and retail customers primarily in North and South America and Europe.
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