Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsWD-40 Company (WDFC)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$290.09
+1.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.59B
WDFC
WD-40 Company
$216.11
+0.39%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 1866% more annual revenue ($12.21B vs $620.91M). WDFC leads profitability with a 14.4% profit margin vs -2.7%. WDFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.76. WDFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
WDFC
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
-428.4%
Fair Value
$44.68
Current Price
$216.11
$171.43 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Revenue surging 60.0% 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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : WDFC
The strongest argument for WDFC centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 60.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WDFC
The primary concerns for WDFC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while WDFC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
APD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — expect wider price swings.
WDFC is growing revenue faster at 60.0% — sustainability is the question.
WDFC generates stronger free cash flow (9M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WDFC scores higher overall (46/100 vs 42/100) and 60.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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 · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
WD-40 Company develops and sells maintenance products and cleaning and home care products in America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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