Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsWorthington Steel Inc (WS)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$303.44
+1.17%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $65.63B
WS
Worthington Steel Inc
$38.26
+3.29%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 266% more annual revenue ($12.60B vs $3.44B). WS leads profitability with a 0.3% profit margin vs -0.4%. APD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
APD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
WS
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : WS
The strongest argument for WS centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : WS
The primary concerns for WS are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 211.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while WS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WS carries more volatility with a beta of 2.32 — expect wider price swings.
WS is growing revenue faster at 11.6% — sustainability is the question.
WS generates stronger free cash flow (-39M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APD scores higher overall (43/100 vs 42/100). 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.
Visit Website →Worthington Steel Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Worthington Steel, Inc. is a steel processor in North America. The company is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
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