Cementos Pacasmayo SAA ADR (CPAC)vsLinde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)
CPAC
Cementos Pacasmayo SAA ADR
$10.69
+0.14%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $916.15M
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$501.14
-0.71%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $232.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 1505% more annual revenue ($33.99B vs $2.12B). LIN leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 7.3%. CPAC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.13. LIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CPAC
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
LIN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.6%
Fair Value
$22.03
Current Price
$10.69
$11.35 discount
Margin of Safety
-44.6%
Fair Value
$346.56
Current Price
$501.14
$154.58 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
7.3% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
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 : CPAC
The strongest argument for CPAC centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.13 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : CPAC
The primary concerns for CPAC are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPAC profiles as a value stock while LIN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
LIN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — expect wider price swings.
CPAC is growing revenue faster at 6.2% — sustainability is the question.
LIN generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LIN scores higher overall (56/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 20.3% margins. CPAC offers better value entry with a 50.6% margin of safety. 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.
Cementos Pacasmayo SAA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Cementos Pacasmayo SAA, a cement company, produces, distributes and sells cement and cement-related materials in Peru. The company is headquartered in Lima, Peru.
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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