Linde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)vsTeck Resources Ltd Class B (TECK)
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$492.34
+2.60%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $222.36B
TECK
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
$50.36
+3.71%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 216% more annual revenue ($33.99B vs $10.76B). LIN leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 13.0%. TECK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.96. TECK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
LIN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TECK
Strong Buy73
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
+37.4%
Fair Value
$96.41
Current Price
$50.36
$46.05 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 42.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 9.4%
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
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 : TECK
The strongest argument for TECK centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.96 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 : TECK
The primary concerns for TECK are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIN profiles as a mature stock while TECK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TECK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
TECK is growing revenue faster at 9.8% — sustainability is the question.
LIN generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TECK scores higher overall (73/100 vs 56/100). 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 →Teck Resources Ltd Class B
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · 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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