Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsSilvercorp Metals Inc (SVM)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$282.35
+1.26%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $62.19B
SVM
Silvercorp Metals Inc
$12.36
+7.52%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 2745% more annual revenue ($12.46B vs $438.13M). APD leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs -2.3%. APD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
APD
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SVM
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-89.1%
Fair Value
$146.39
Current Price
$282.35
$135.96 premium
Margin of Safety
-23.8%
Fair Value
$9.13
Current Price
$12.36
$3.22 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 23.6%
Strong operational efficiency at 62.6%
Revenue surging 96.2% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -1.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 31.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 23.6%.
Bull Case : SVM
The strongest argument for SVM centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 96.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SVM
The primary concerns for SVM are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a mature stock while SVM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SVM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.93 — expect wider price swings.
SVM is growing revenue faster at 96.2% — sustainability is the question.
SVM generates stronger free cash flow (-29M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APD scores higher overall (57/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins. 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 →Silvercorp Metals Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SILVER · USA
Silvercorp Metals Inc. is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and extraction of mineral properties in China. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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