Air Products and Chemicals (APD) Stock Forecast & Price Target

$317.11 +5.05 (+1.62%)

As of 01/17/2025 03:59 PM Eastern

Air Products and Chemicals - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2025)

MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.

Consensus Rating

Moderate Buy

Based on 19 Analyst Ratings

Sell
0

Hold
6

Buy
13

Based on 19 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Air Products and Chemicals in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 19 analysts, 6 have given a hold rating, and 13 have given a buy rating for APD.

Consensus Price Target

$332.71
4.92% Upside

According to the 19 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Air Products and Chemicals, the average price target is $332.71. The highest price target for APD is $375.00, while the lowest price target for APD is $279.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 4.92% from the current price of $317.11.

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APD Analyst Ratings Over Time

Type	Current Forecast 1/21/24 to 1/20/25	1 Month Ago 12/22/23 to 12/21/24	3 Months Ago 10/23/23 to 10/22/24	1 Year Ago 1/21/23 to 1/21/24
Strong Buy	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy	13 Buy rating(s)	12 Buy rating(s)	11 Buy rating(s)	6 Buy rating(s)
Hold	6 Hold rating(s)	7 Hold rating(s)	7 Hold rating(s)	3 Hold rating(s)
Sell	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	1 Sell rating(s)	1 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target	$332.71	$331.53	$320.82	$314.10
Forecasted Upside	4.92% Upside	12.39% Upside	-2.89% Downside	20.51% Upside
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy

APD Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.

APD Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.

Air Products and Chemicals Stock vs. The Competition

Type	Air Products and Chemicals	Basic Materials Companies	S&P 500
Consensus Rating Score	2.68	2.76	2.52
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy
Predicted Upside	4.92% Upside	129.98% Upside	12.44% Upside
News Sentiment Rating	Positive News See Recent APD News	Neutral News	Positive News

Recent Analyst Forecasts and Stock Ratings

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Date	Brokerage	Analyst Name	Action	Rating	Price Target	Upside/Downside on Report Date
1/14/2025	Wells Fargo & Company 3 of 5 stars	M. Sison Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Upgrade	Equal Weight ➝ Overweight	$330.00 ➝ $350.00	+15.94%
11/18/2024	UBS Group 4 of 5 stars	J. Spector Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Upgrade	Neutral ➝ Buy	$375.00	+18.26%
11/14/2024	BMO Capital Markets 4 of 5 stars		Boost Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$323.00 ➝ $350.00	+11.23%
11/11/2024	Citigroup Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$345.00 ➝ $365.00	+16.78%
11/8/2024	Barclays Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Equal Weight ➝ Equal Weight	$295.00 ➝ $315.00	+1.03%
11/8/2024	JPMorgan Chase & Co. Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$350.00 ➝ $345.00	+10.33%
10/25/2024	Redburn Atlantic Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	C. Isaac Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Upgrade	Sell ➝ Neutral	$330.00	+2.48%
10/9/2024	Mizuho Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$308.00 ➝ $360.00	+16.04%
10/7/2024	Evercore ISI Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	S. Richardson Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Upgrade	In-Line ➝ Outperform	$305.00 ➝ $365.00	+20.07%
10/7/2024	Jefferies Financial Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Upgrade	Hold ➝ Buy	$295.00 ➝ $364.00	+19.74%
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10/7/2024	Vertical Research Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Upgrade	Hold ➝ Buy	$336.00	+10.53%
8/5/2024	The Goldman Sachs Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$291.00 ➝ $330.00	+17.13%
7/22/2024	Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Downgrade	Buy ➝ Hold	$310.00 ➝ $280.00	+7.80%
6/10/2024	Bank of America Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$275.00 ➝ $312.00	+11.47%
6/5/2024	Morgan Stanley Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Equal Weight ➝ Equal Weight	$240.00 ➝ $280.00	+3.59%
5/1/2024	TD Cowen Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$305.00 ➝ $320.00	+33.66%
3/1/2024	Wolfe Research Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Initiated Coverage	Outperform	$279.00	+19.21%
2/26/2024	Argus Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Downgrade	Buy ➝ Hold
2/6/2024	Seaport Res Ptn Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	M. Harrison Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Downgrade	Buy ➝ Neutral

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Should I Buy Air Products and Chemicals Stock? APD Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Sunday, January 12, 2025. Please send any questions or comments about these Air Products and Chemicals pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Air Products and Chemicals
Bull Case

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.:

The company has announced a quarterly dividend of $1.77 per share, which translates to an annualized dividend of $7.08. This provides a steady income stream for investors, with a dividend yield of 2.48%, indicating a return on investment through dividends.
Recent upgrades from multiple analysts, including a price target increase to $365.00, suggest strong growth potential. Analysts have rated the stock with a consensus of "Moderate Buy," indicating positive sentiment in the market.
Institutional investors hold a significant portion of the company’s stock, with 81.66% ownership. This indicates confidence from large investors, which can be a positive signal for retail investors.
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. operates in a diverse range of markets globally, providing atmospheric and specialty gases, which positions the company well for growth in various sectors, including energy and manufacturing.
The company has a relatively low dividend payout ratio of 41.21%, suggesting that it retains a significant portion of its earnings for reinvestment, which can lead to future growth and stability.

Air Products and Chemicals
Bear Case

Investors should be bearish about investing in Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. for these reasons:

Despite positive analyst ratings, the stock price can be volatile and subject to market fluctuations, which may pose risks for investors looking for stability.
The company faces competition in the industrial gas sector, which could impact its market share and profitability if competitors introduce more innovative or cost-effective solutions.
Economic downturns can affect demand for industrial gases, potentially leading to reduced revenues and impacting the company's financial performance.
While the dividend yield is attractive, it may not be sufficient for investors seeking higher returns, especially in a rising interest rate environment where alternative investments may offer better yields.
Recent changes in hedge fund positions indicate mixed sentiment, with some funds reducing their stakes, which could signal caution among institutional investors regarding the company's future performance.

APD Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

: According to the research reports of 19 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Air Products and Chemicals is $332.71, with a high forecast of $375.00 and a low forecast of $279.00.
: 19 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Air Products and Chemicals in the last twelve months. There are currently 6 hold ratings and 13 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" APD shares.
: According to analysts, Air Products and Chemicals's stock has a predicted upside of 4.92% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.
: Over the previous 90 days, Air Products and Chemicals's stock had 3 upgrades by analysts.
: Air Products and Chemicals has been rated by research analysts at Barclays, BMO Capital Markets, Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Redburn Atlantic, UBS Group, and Wells Fargo & Company in the past 90 days.
: Analysts like Air Products and Chemicals less than other "basic materials" companies. The consensus rating score for Air Products and Chemicals is 2.68 while the average consensus rating score for "basic materials" companies is 2.76. Learn more on how APD compares to other companies.

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Air Products and Chemicals (APD) Stock Forecast & Price Target