Gevo Inc (GEVO)vsLinde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)
GEVO
Gevo Inc
$2.38
+1.28%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $551.20M
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 21065% more annual revenue ($33.99B vs $160.58M). LIN leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs -21.1%. LIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
GEVO
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
LIN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GEVO.
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
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
0.0% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -6.8% — below average capital efficiency
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 : GEVO
The strongest argument for GEVO centers on Price/Book.
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 : GEVO
The primary concerns for GEVO are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GEVO profiles as a turnaround stock while LIN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
GEVO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
GEVO is growing revenue faster at 7.0% — 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 38/100), backed by strong 20.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" 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.
Gevo Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Gevo, Inc. is a renewable fuel company. The company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.
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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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