Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsStryker Corporation (SYK)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$290.09
+1.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.59B
SYK
Stryker Corporation
$327.65
-0.26%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $125.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Stryker Corporation generates 106% more annual revenue ($25.12B vs $12.21B). SYK leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs -2.7%. SYK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. SYK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
SYK
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
+16.8%
Fair Value
$393.59
Current Price
$327.65
$65.94 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Earnings expanding 55.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 27.2%
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : SYK
The strongest argument for SYK centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 11.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SYK
The primary concerns for SYK are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while SYK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SYK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.87 — expect wider price swings.
SYK is growing revenue faster at 11.4% — sustainability is the question.
SYK generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SYK scores higher overall (65/100 vs 42/100) and 11.4% revenue growth. 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.
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HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Stryker Corporation is an American multinational medical technologies corporation based in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Stryker's products include implants used in joint replacement and trauma surgeries; surgical equipment and surgical navigation systems; endoscopic and communications systems; patient handling and emergency medical equipment; neurosurgical, neurovascular and spinal devices; as well as other medical device products used in a variety of medical specialties.
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