Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsJ-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Ordinary Shares (YMAT)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$290.09
+1.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.59B
YMAT
J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Ordinary Shares
$0.35
+2.67%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.99M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Air Products and Chemicals Inc generates 60777% more annual revenue ($12.21B vs $20.05M). YMAT leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs -2.7%. YMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
APD
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
YMAT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
-55.9%
Fair Value
$0.27
Current Price
$0.35
$0.08 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 30.7% 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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.0% — below average capital efficiency
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : YMAT
The strongest argument for YMAT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 30.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : YMAT
The primary concerns for YMAT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while YMAT is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
YMAT is growing revenue faster at 30.7% — sustainability is the question.
YMAT generates stronger free cash flow (-2M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
YMAT scores higher overall (43/100 vs 42/100) and 30.7% 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.
Visit Website →J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Ordinary Shares
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. manufactures and trades in bicycles, sports accessories, and carbon fiber composite products in Taiwan and internationally. The company is headquartered in Taichung, Taiwan.
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