Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsAmericas Silver Corp (USAS)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$300.05
-0.81%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $67.35B
USAS
Americas Silver Corp
$5.72
+4.00%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 10252% more annual revenue ($12.21B vs $117.93M). APD leads profitability with a -2.7% profit margin vs -74.2%. APD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 42/100 (D).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
USAS
Avoid25
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-85.4%
Fair Value
$161.81
Current Price
$300.05
$138.24 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for USAS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Revenue surging 54.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 8.3x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -61.6% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : USAS
The strongest argument for USAS centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 54.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : USAS
The primary concerns for USAS are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while USAS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
USAS carries more volatility with a beta of 2.04 — expect wider price swings.
USAS is growing revenue faster at 54.9% — sustainability is the question.
USAS generates stronger free cash flow (-32M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APD scores higher overall (42/100 vs 25/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" 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 →Americas Silver Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Americas Gold and Silver Corporation is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and operation of mineral properties in North America. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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