APD:NYE-Air Products and Chemicals Inc (USD)

COMMON STOCK | Specialty Chemicals |

Last Closing

USD 312.89

Change

+1.77 (+0.57)%

Market Cap

USD 69.56B

Volume

0.96M

Analyst Target

USD 300.41
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Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. provides atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, equipment, and related services in the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, India, and internationally. The company produces atmospheric gases, including oxygen, nitrogen, and argon; process gases, such as hydrogen, helium, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and syngas; and specialty gases for customers in various industries, including refining, chemical, manufacturing, electronics, energy production, medical, food, and metals. It also designs and manufactures equipment for air separation, hydrocarbon recovery and purification, natural gas liquefaction, and liquid helium and liquid hydrogen transport and storage. The company was founded in 1940 and is headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Address: 1940 Air Products Boulevard, Allentown, PA, United States, 18106-5500

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Market Performance

  Market Performance vs. Industry/Classification (Specialty Chemicals) Market Performance vs. Exchange
  Value Sector Median Percentile Rank Grade Market Median Percentile Rank Grade
YTD  
Capital Gain 14.28% 67% D+ 63% D
Dividend Return 1.94% 69% C- 36% F
Total Return 16.22% 65% D 61% D-
Trailing 12 Months  
Capital Gain 14.35% 59% D- 52% F
Dividend Return 2.58% 64% D 36% F
Total Return 16.93% 55% F 49% F
Trailing 5 Years  
Capital Gain 29.87% 57% F 61% D-
Dividend Return 13.00% 67% D+ 40% F
Total Return 42.87% 59% D- 60% D-
Average Annual (5 Year Horizon)  
Capital Gain 2.72% 34% F 44% F
Dividend Return 4.98% 34% F 45% F
Total Return 2.26% 68% D+ 52% F
Risk Return Profile  
Volatility (Standard Deviation) 16.20% 91% A- 64% D
Risk Adjusted Return 30.75% 45% F 47% F
Market Capitalization 69.56B 100% F 97% N/A

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Analyst Rating

Target Price Action Rating Action Analyst Rating Price Date

This is a composite scorecard based on the application of evaluation criteria deemed most important by analysts. This is not a buy or sell recommendation.

What to like:
Superior capital utilization

The company management has delivered better return on invested capital in the most recent 4 quarters than its peers, placing it in the top quartile.

Superior return on equity

The company management has delivered better return on equity in the most recent 4 quarters than its peers, placing it in the top quartile.

Low volatility

The stock’s annual returns have been stable and consistent compared to its sector peers(for a hold period of at least 12 months) and is in the top quartile. Although stability is good, also keep in mind it can limit returns.

High market capitalization

This is one of the largest entities in its sector and is among the top quartile. Such companies tend to be more stable.

Positive cash flow

The company had positive total cash flow in the most recent four quarters.

Positive free cash flow

The company had positive total free cash flow in the most recent four quarters.

Superior Revenue Growth

This stock has shown top quartile revenue growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector.

What to not like:
Poor risk adjusted returns

This company is delivering below median risk adjusted returns in its peers. Even if it is outperforming on returns , the returns are unpredictable. Proceed with caution.

Overpriced on cashflow basis

The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to cash flow basis. It is priced above the median for its sectors. Proceed with caution if you are considering to buy.

Overpriced compared to book value

The stock is trading high compared to its peers median on a price to book value basis.

Below median dividend returns

The company’s average income yield over the past 5 years has been low compared to its peers. However, it is not a problem if you are not looking for income.

Overpriced on free cash flow basis

The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to free cash flow basis. It is priced above the median for its sectors. Proceed with caution if you are considering to buy.