Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (APD)
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. operates in the Chemicals - Specialty industry of the Basic Materials sector, headquartered in Allentown, PA, US. The stock last traded at $306.28, down 0.98% on the session, giving a market capitalisation of $68.20B. On trailing twelve-month figures it carries a trailing P/E of -1472.50, a net margin of -0.4%. Its beta of 0.75 implies it has historically moved less than the broad market.
Operating globally, Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (APD) is a prominent supplier of industrial gases, specialized equipment, and associated services. The company's diverse product range includes atmospheric gases such as oxygen, nitrogen, and argon, as well as various process gases like hydrogen, helium, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and syngas. They also provide a selection of specialty gases. APD is involved in the fabrication of crucial machinery for gas production and handling, including air separation units and non-cryogenic generators. These products and services cater to a broad spectrum of industries, including but not limited to refining, chemical processing, gasification, metals production, general manufacturing, food and beverage, electronics, medical imaging, and energy generation. Moreover, the company's capabilities extend to designing and manufacturing advanced systems for air separation, hydrocarbon recovery and purification, the liquefaction of natural gas, and the secure transportation and storage of liquid helium and hydrogen. APD also engages in a strategic partnership with Baker Hughes Company to further innovate hydrogen compression systems. The firm was established in 1940 and is based in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
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