Linde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)vsWD-40 Company (WDFC)
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$466.22
+1.00%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $214.92B
WDFC
WD-40 Company
$194.82
-2.12%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 5154% more annual revenue ($35.45B vs $674.68M). LIN leads profitability with a 20.4% profit margin vs 13.2%. LIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.79. WDFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
LIN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
WDFC
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-50.9%
Fair Value
$308.97
Current Price
$466.22
$157.25 premium
Margin of Safety
-77.3%
Fair Value
$133.16
Current Price
$194.82
$61.66 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 28.1%
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 20.7%
Revenue surging 24.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 45.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 20.4% and operating margin at 28.1%.
Bull Case : WDFC
The strongest argument for WDFC centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 24.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WDFC
The primary concerns for WDFC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIN profiles as a mature stock while WDFC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LIN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
WDFC is growing revenue faster at 24.3% — sustainability is the question.
LIN generates stronger free cash flow (833M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WDFC scores higher overall (67/100 vs 64/100) and 24.3% 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.
Visit Website →WD-40 Company
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
WD-40 Company develops and sells maintenance products and cleaning and home care products in America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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