Linde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)vsOrion Engineered Carbons SA (OEC)
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$492.34
+2.60%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $222.36B
OEC
Orion Engineered Carbons SA
$5.86
+6.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $293.19M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 1781% more annual revenue ($33.99B vs $1.81B). LIN leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs -3.9%. OEC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. LIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
LIN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
OEC
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-396.3%
Fair Value
$99.21
Current Price
$492.34
$393.13 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OEC.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 9.4%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 4.8%
ROE of -16.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 5.2%
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 : OEC
The strongest argument for OEC centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : OEC
The primary concerns for OEC are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIN profiles as a mature stock while OEC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
OEC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
LIN is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — 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 44/100), 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.
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 →Orion Engineered Carbons SA
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Orion Engineered Carbons SA, produces and sells carbon black products in Germany, the United States, South Korea, Brazil, China, South Africa, the rest of Europe and internationally. The company is headquartered in Senningerberg, Luxembourg.
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