Linde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)vsCVR Partners LP (UAN)
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$501.14
-0.71%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $232.23B
UAN
CVR Partners LP
$133.27
-0.72%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 5508% more annual revenue ($33.99B vs $606.04M). LIN leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 16.3%. UAN trades at a lower P/E of 14.3x. LIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
LIN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
UAN
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.6%
Fair Value
$346.56
Current Price
$501.14
$154.58 premium
Margin of Safety
-56.5%
Fair Value
$70.28
Current Price
$133.27
$62.99 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 28.2%
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Earnings expanding 1031.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Revenue declined 6.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Operating margin of -3.8%
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 : UAN
The strongest argument for UAN centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.3% and operating margin at -3.8%.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : UAN
The primary concerns for UAN are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIN profiles as a mature stock while UAN is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
LIN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — 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 48/100), 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 →CVR Partners LP
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
CVR Partners, LP, produces and distributes nitrogen fertilizer products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas.
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