Linde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)vsNetflix Inc (NFLX)
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$492.34
+2.60%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $222.36B
NFLX
Netflix Inc
$92.28
+1.50%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $385.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Netflix Inc generates 33% more annual revenue ($45.18B vs $33.99B). NFLX leads profitability with a 24.3% profit margin vs 20.3%. NFLX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.92. NFLX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
LIN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
NFLX
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
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
+22.1%
Fair Value
$118.40
Current Price
$92.28
$26.12 discount
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.5%
17.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 9.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 14.6x book value
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 : NFLX
The strongest argument for NFLX centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.3% and operating margin at 24.5%. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NFLX
The primary concerns for NFLX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIN profiles as a mature stock while NFLX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NFLX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.71 — expect wider price swings.
NFLX is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
NFLX generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NFLX scores higher overall (70/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 24.3% margins and 17.6% 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.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Netflix, Inc. is an American over-the-top content platform and production company headquartered in Los Gatos, California. Netflix was founded in 1997 by Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph in Scotts Valley, California. The company's primary business is a subscription-based streaming service offering online streaming from a library of films and television series, including those produced in-house.
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