The total return for Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (APD) stock is +3.78% over the past 12 months vs. +24.34% for the S&P 500. So far it's up +16.10% this year. Includes price appreciation + reinvested dividends.
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (APD) Compound Annual Growth Rates (CAGR) Summary
| Category | 1Y (TTM) | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price CAGR | +1.09% | +0.52% | (0.99%) | +7.64% | +8.29% | +8.33% |
| Total Return CAGR | +3.78% | +3.15% | +1.52% | +10.30% | +11.05% | +11.03% |
| Revenue CAGR | +3.69% | (1.73%) | +6.12% | +3.83% | +1.90% | +1.89% |
| Net Income CAGR | +37.47% | (1.08%) | +2.22% | +14.30% | +4.44% | +5.27% |
| EPS CAGR | +66.75% | +23.39% | +16.58% | +13.95% | +12.33% | +9.70% |
| Free Cash Flow CAGR | +136.83% | +136.83% | +6.54% | (0.55%) | +5.74% | +7.15% |
| Operating Cash Flow CAGR | +22.74% | +7.87% | +2.67% | +4.95% | +6.48% | +6.11% |
| Dividends CAGR | +34.49% | +3.29% | +5.90% | +9.07% | +9.57% | +9.40% |
CAGR Trends History
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APD Total Return CAGR Chart
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (APD)
Annual Total Returns Comparison
| Year | Start Value | End Value | APD Return | SPY Return | Outperformance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026(YTD) | 1800.81 | 2090.70 | +16.10% | +8.38% | +7.72% |
| 2025 | 2061.81 | 1800.81 | (12.66%) | +17.72% | (30.38%) |
| 2024 | 1906.94 | 2061.81 | +8.12% | +24.89% | (16.77%) |
| 2023 | 2095.13 | 1906.94 | (8.98%) | +26.19% | (35.17%) |
| 2022 | 2016.18 | 2095.13 | +3.92% | (18.17%) | +22.09% |
| 2021 | 1772.38 | 2016.18 | +13.76% | +28.74% | (14.98%) |
| 2020 | 1491.80 | 1772.38 | +18.81% | +18.37% | +0.44% |
| 2019 | 994.63 | 1491.80 | +49.98% | +31.22% | +18.76% |
| 2018 | 992.17 | 994.63 | +0.25% | (4.56%) | +4.81% |
| 2017 | 847.67 | 992.17 | +17.05% | +21.70% | (4.65%) |
About Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
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.
- Sector
- Basic Materials
- Industry
- Chemicals - Specialty
- CEO
- Eduardo F. Menezes