Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsSSR Mining Inc (SSRM)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$302.50
-0.81%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $67.35B
SSRM
SSR Mining Inc
$28.81
+2.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 649% more annual revenue ($12.21B vs $1.63B). SSRM leads profitability with a 24.3% profit margin vs -2.7%. SSRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.02. SSRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
SSRM
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-85.4%
Fair Value
$161.81
Current Price
$302.50
$140.69 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SSRM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 43.1%
Revenue surging 61.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 2967.0% YoY
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : SSRM
The strongest argument for SSRM centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.3% and operating margin at 43.1%. Revenue growth of 61.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SSRM
No major red flags identified for SSRM, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while SSRM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SSRM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
SSRM is growing revenue faster at 61.4% — sustainability is the question.
SSRM generates stronger free cash flow (108M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SSRM scores higher overall (82/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 24.3% margins and 61.4% 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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
SSR Mining Inc. is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and operation of precious metal resource properties in Turkey and the Americas. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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