APD
Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.
INDUSTRIAL INORGANIC CHEMICALS
Air Products & Chemicals (APD) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$316.00
+0.82 (+0.26%)
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5d:
+2.1%
30d:
+8.02%
90d:
+2.28%
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Earnings: Nov 05, 2026
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QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (39%)
Quality Score
38/100
Position
EXTENDED
30-Day Fair Range
$288.66 – $314.37
Position: EXTENDED
Forward P/E & Valuation
21.8x
FAIR
vs 20.3x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$343.71
+9.1% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$301.16 / $324.00
Trend: Sideways
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
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Signal fired Nov 9, 2026 at $311.08 · last confirmed Nov 9, 2026
Strength: 3.5/10
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$386.73
Based on 5.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$240.13
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 20.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: APD is currently trading at $316.00, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $288.66 to $314.37. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 21.8) is in line with its historical norms (20.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.5% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, APD is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $324.00. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: APD scores 34/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, APD is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $324.00. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: APD scores 34/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$288.66 -
$314.37
Company Quality Score
38/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
39.2%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$288.66 -
$314.37
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$8.67
(2.7%)
Support Level
$301.16
Resistance Level
$324.00
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (34/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($343.71)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.5% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 38/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
21.82
Wall Street Target
$343.71
(+9.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13011.8%
Profit Margin
4.1%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.5% premium
PE vs Historical
21.8 vs 20.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$323.06
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$331.14
(+5%)
3-Year Target
$339.41
(+8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 22→20)
PE COMPRESSION
$315.75
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 7.4%)
$390.05
(+24%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 7.4%)
$354.99
(+13%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 7.4%)
$301.74
(-4%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Forward PE: 21.60 | Forward EPS (Implied): $14.59
Bull Case
$380.58
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 22.7
Base Case
$315.18
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 21.6
Bear Case
$241.11
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 19.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Bullish
3 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
2
Bearish
StockTwits Volume
1 msgs
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Last Tracked
Oct 14, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
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Key Retail Themes:
Linde's role in semiconductor fabrication
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