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APD·Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.

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-. (-.%)
After Hours
High
$290.02
Open
$288.58
Market Cap
64.22B
52W High
$307.96
Low
$284.82
P. Close
$285.75
P/E
30.48
52W Low
$229.11
Fwd P/E
20.33
Mean Target
$327.86
Technical Score (1D)
41
SELL
News Sentiment
59
BULLISH
Air Products and Chemicals (APD) is positioned to benefit from an anticipated rebound in chemical demand, according to a recent industry outlook. This recovery in demand, coupled with ongoing cost-reduction initiatives, is expected to boost profitability for APD and other chemical producers. The industry outlook points to a favorable environment for industrial gas and chemical companies. Investors should watch for further signs of sustained demand recovery and the impact of cost-saving measures on APD's financial performance in the coming trading days.
Earnings Summary
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. is a global leader in the production of industrial gases and related equipment, serving a wide array of sectors including refining, manufacturing, and energy. As a key player in the Basic Materials sector, specifically within Specialty Chemicals, the company provides essential atmospheric and process gases, along with the necessary equipment for their handling, supporting critical industrial operations worldwide. In its most recent reported quarters, Air Products and Chemicals demonstrated a mixed performance. For Q3 2025, the company reported actual EPS of $3.39, exceeding the estimate of $3.38241, and revenue of $3.1669 billion. This followed a Q2 2025 where actual EPS was $3.09, beating the estimate of $2.99319, with revenue at $3.0227 billion. Prior to this, Q1 2025 saw actual EPS of $2.69 miss the estimate of $2.82737, with revenue at $2.9162 billion, and Q4 2024 reported actual EPS of $2.86, slightly beating the estimate of $2.84087, with revenue at $2.9315 billion. The trend shows an acceleration in EPS beats in the most recent quarters after a miss in Q1 2025, with revenue generally showing an upward trajectory. Historically, Air Products and Chemicals has shown a pattern of revenue growth, though EPS performance against estimates has varied. The company beat analyst estimates for EPS in Q2 2025 and Q3 2025, and also in Q4 2024, but missed in Q1 2025. This suggests a recent positive trend in exceeding earnings expectations after a prior period of variability. The company's ability to consistently grow revenue, even when EPS estimates are missed, indicates underlying operational strength. Recent news highlights significant analyst sentiment shifts, with multiple firms raising price targets, reflecting a more favorable view of APD's valuation and future prospects, supported by a 21.3% year-to-date stock gain. A major development is the secured largest semiconductor sector investment from Samsung for its Pyeongtaek fab, positioning it as APD's largest global operations hub. However, uncertainty surrounds the Darrow project in Louisiana, contingent on Yara International agreeing to higher costs. APD is also noted as a leader in the expanding PEM small capacity electrolyzer market. Looking ahead, investors will be watching for the outcome of negotiations regarding the Darrow project's costs and continued execution on major contracts like the Samsung deal. Key will be APD's ability to translate its strong market position in industrial gases and emerging hydrogen technologies into consistent earnings beats and sustained revenue growth in the upcoming quarters.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$2.58$2.81$3.04$3.27$3.50Q4'24Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q1'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q1'26$3.08 - -
Q3'25$3.38$3.39+0.2%
Q2'25$2.99$3.09+3.2%
Q1'25$2.83$2.69-4.9%
Q4'24$2.84$2.86+0.7%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$2.9B$3.0B$3.0B$3.1B$3.2BQ4'24Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q1'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q1'26$3.1B - -
Q3'25 - $3.2B -
Q2'25 - $3.0B -
Q1'25 - $2.9B -
Q4'24 - $2.9B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

APD Stock Snapshot

APD is currently trading at $285.73, giving Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. a market cap of 64.22B and a P/E ratio of 30.5. Today's range spans $284.82–$290.02, with shares opening at $288.58 and moving down $0.02 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 41/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 59/100.

Over the past year APD has traded between $229.11 and $307.96 - the current price is +24.7% off the 52-week low and -7.2% from the high. 29 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $327.86 (range $275.00–$360.00), implying upside of +14.7%.

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (APD) is a large-cap in Basic Materials with 64.22B in market cap, currently sitting on a HOLD signal at 41/100. Price: $285.73 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range). Sentiment: neutral at 59/100. The current P/E ratio stands at 30.5. The 52-week range of $229.11–$307.96 is the structural anchor, and the current neutral phase is the market's way of asking for more information before committing to a direction.

In neutral phases, large-cap Basic Materials names like APD are often where sector rotation debates play out quietly — at 64.22B in capitalization, the stock receives incremental allocation from funds reducing mega-cap exposure without the volatility of a small-cap entry. The 41/100 (HOLD) and neutral sentiment (59/100) at $285.73 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range) describe a stock that is being considered rather than avoided.