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This article compares Linde and Air Products and Chemicals, focusing on growth catalysts, shareholder returns, and key valuation metrics. Linde offers stronger fundamentals and broader diversification. Air Products is in more of a reset period, but may offer greater long-term upside. Linde's backlog should support steady growth, but its valuation multiples leave little room for error. Air Products is trading at a deeper discount but faces more uncertainty.

LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. , April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Air Products (NYSE:APD) will hold a conference call to discuss its fiscal 2025 second quarter financial results on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.

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While the softness in China and Europe is a concern, APD benefits from its investments in high-return industrial gas projects and productivity actions.

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Soft demand in specific markets and the sluggishness in China and Europe pose headwinds for the Zacks Chemicals Diversified industry. APD, DD and EMN are poised to navigate the industry challenges.

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.'s recent price pullback offers a growth opportunity, driven by its strategic focus on the expanding hydrogen market and solid financial performance. Upcoming projects like the NEOM green hydrogen facility and Louisiana blue hydrogen project highlight APD's growth potential and commitment to clean energy. Cost-saving initiatives, reasonable debt levels, and a well-covered dividend support APD's positive outlook and justify its current valuation.

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