Linde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)vsTeck Resources Ltd Class B (TECK)
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$522.49
-0.77%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $236.08B
TECK
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
$61.20
-3.90%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $29.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 140% more annual revenue ($36.24B vs $15.12B). TECK leads profitability with a 25.2% profit margin vs 19.3%. LIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. TECK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
LIN
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TECK
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-61.9%
Fair Value
$318.30
Current Price
$522.49
$204.19 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TECK.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 28.0%
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 35.3%
Revenue surging 33.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 468.4% YoY
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 10.5%
Grey zone — moderate risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIN
The strongest argument for LIN centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 28.0%.
Bull Case : TECK
The strongest argument for TECK centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.2% and operating margin at 35.3%. Revenue growth of 33.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TECK
The primary concerns for TECK are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIN profiles as a mature stock while TECK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TECK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.65 — expect wider price swings.
TECK is growing revenue faster at 33.4% — sustainability is the question.
LIN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TECK scores higher overall (83/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 25.2% margins and 33.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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 →Teck Resources Ltd Class B
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Teck Resources Limited is dedicated to exploring, acquiring, developing and producing natural resources in Asia, Europe and North America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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