Linde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)vsNexa Resources SA (NEXA)
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$507.90
+1.58%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $229.28B
NEXA
Nexa Resources SA
$13.05
-13.29%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 962% more annual revenue ($34.65B vs $3.26B). LIN leads profitability with a 20.4% profit margin vs 6.4%. NEXA trades at a lower P/E of 7.8x. NEXA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
LIN
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
NEXA
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-70.2%
Fair Value
$298.47
Current Price
$507.90
$209.43 premium
Margin of Safety
-54.0%
Fair Value
$8.04
Current Price
$13.05
$5.01 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 28.5%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 41.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 654.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.4% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 20.4% and operating margin at 28.5%.
Bull Case : NEXA
The strongest argument for NEXA centers on P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 41.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NEXA
The primary concerns for NEXA are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIN profiles as a mature stock while NEXA is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEXA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
NEXA is growing revenue faster at 41.7% — sustainability is the question.
LIN generates stronger free cash flow (898M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEXA scores higher overall (72/100 vs 62/100) and 41.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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 →Nexa Resources SA
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Nexa Resources SA is dedicated to the zinc mining and smelting business. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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