Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$286.12
-0.72%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.61B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$71.80
+4.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 87% more annual revenue ($12.60B vs $6.73B). SQM leads profitability with a 20.6% profit margin vs -0.4%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.37. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
APD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
SQM
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 48.8%
Revenue surging 136.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 646.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.6% and operating margin at 48.8%. Revenue growth of 136.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SQM
No major red flags identified for SQM, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 136.7% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (761M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (83/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 20.6% margins and 136.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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 →Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sociedad Qumica y Minera de Chile SA produces and distributes specialty plant nutrients, iodine and its derivatives, lithium and its derivatives, potassium chloride and sulfate, industrial chemicals and other products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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