Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR (BBVA)vsLinde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)
BBVA
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR
$21.35
-0.42%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $116.64B
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$492.34
+2.60%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $222.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 7% more annual revenue ($33.99B vs $31.65B). BBVA leads profitability with a 33.2% profit margin vs 20.3%. BBVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.78. BBVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
BBVA
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
LIN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+22.8%
Fair Value
$31.19
Current Price
$21.35
$9.84 discount
Margin of Safety
-396.3%
Fair Value
$99.21
Current Price
$492.34
$393.13 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.3% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 9.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBVA
The strongest argument for BBVA centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.2% and operating margin at 50.9%.
Bull Case : LIN
The strongest argument for LIN centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 28.2%.
Bear Case : BBVA
The primary concerns for BBVA are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBVA profiles as a value stock while LIN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BBVA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
LIN is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
BBVA generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BBVA scores higher overall (65/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 33.2% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, SA provides retail banking, wholesale banking, asset management and private banking services. The company is headquartered in Bilbao, Spain.
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Linde plc is a multinational chemical company. It is the largest industrial gas company by market share and revenue. It serves customers in the healthcare, petroleum refining, manufacturing, food, beverage carbonation, fiber-optics, steel making, aerospace, chemicals, electronics and water treatment industries. The company's primary business is the manufacturing and distribution of atmospheric gases, including oxygen, nitrogen, argon, rare gases, and process gases, including carbon dioxide, helium, hydrogen, electronic gases, specialty gases, and acetylene.
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