Linde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)vsMedtronic PLC (MDT)
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$492.34
+2.60%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $222.36B
MDT
Medtronic PLC
$87.89
+1.51%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $110.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Medtronic PLC generates 4% more annual revenue ($35.48B vs $33.99B). LIN leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 13.0%. MDT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. MDT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
LIN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
MDT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-396.3%
Fair Value
$99.21
Current Price
$492.34
$393.13 premium
Margin of Safety
-255.7%
Fair Value
$24.34
Current Price
$87.89
$63.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 9.4%
Earnings declined 11.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : MDT
The strongest argument for MDT centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MDT
The primary concerns for MDT are EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIN profiles as a mature stock while MDT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LIN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
MDT is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
MDT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LIN scores higher overall (56/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 20.3% 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.
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.
Visit Website →Medtronic PLC
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Medtronic plc is an American-Irish registered medical device company that primarily operates in the United States. Medtronic has an operational and executive headquarters in Fridley, Minnesota in the US.
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