Core Viewpoint - Air Products and Chemicals (APD) is expected to report quarterly earnings of $3.04 per share, a 2% increase year-over-year, with revenues projected at $3.04 billion, reflecting a 0.2% increase compared to the previous year [1] Earnings Estimates - The consensus EPS estimate has been revised downward by 1.2% over the past 30 days, indicating a reassessment by analysts [1] - Prior revisions to earnings estimates are significant indicators for predicting investor actions regarding the stock [1] Revenue Projections - Revenue from Industrial Gases in the Middle East and India is estimated at $38.39 million, a decrease of 3.3% year-over-year [2] - Revenue from Industrial Gases in the Americas is projected to be $1.24 billion, down 1.7% year-over-year [2] - Revenue from Industrial Gases in Europe is expected to reach $682.37 million, reflecting a 3.4% decrease year-over-year [2] - Revenue from Industrial Gases in Asia is forecasted at $818.21 million, indicating a 0.6% decline from the previous year [3] - Corporate and other revenue is anticipated to be $230.80 million, showing a 13.1% increase year-over-year [3] Adjusted EBITDA Estimates - Adjusted EBITDA for Industrial Gases in the Middle East and India is estimated at $105.57 million, down from $108.30 million year-over-year [3] - Adjusted EBITDA for Industrial Gases in the Americas is projected at $580.75 million, compared to $567.80 million in the same quarter last year [3] - Adjusted EBITDA for Industrial Gases in Europe is expected to be $263.59 million, up from $253.50 million year-over-year [3] - Adjusted EBITDA for Industrial Gases in Asia is forecasted at $343.64 million, down from $356.60 million year-over-year [4] Stock Performance - Over the past month, Air Products and Chemicals shares have returned +1.1%, while the Zacks S&P 500 composite has seen a -0.2% change [4] - The company holds a Zacks Rank 4 (Sell), suggesting it may underperform the overall market in the near term [4]

Core Viewpoint - Many investors are increasingly using options trading to manage risk and returns, with the Relative Strength Indicator (RSI) being a key tool for identifying oversold stocks [1][2]. Group 1: Air Products & Chemicals (APD) - Air Products & Chemicals has delivered a total return of 23.67% over the past five years, including a dividend yield of 2.83% [3]. - The company is focusing on investments in green hydrogen, having signed a 15-year contract with TotalEnergies to supply 70,000 tons of green hydrogen annually starting in 2030 [4]. - Air Products is also planning to build a $4 billion green hydrogen plant in Texas and is recognized as the world's leading provider of patented LNG technology and equipment [4]. Group 2: Celsius (CELH) - Celsius manufactures a low-calorie line of energy drinks and has seen significant stock growth since 2020, aided by a distribution agreement with PepsiCo [6]. - Following an oversupply announcement from PepsiCo, CELH stock dropped 33% in the last three months, with an RSI around 25, indicating it is oversold [6]. - Analysts project a 29% increase in earnings over the next 12 months, with a consensus price target of $78.65, suggesting a potential 63% gain from the current stock price [6]. Group 3: Cameco (CCJ) - Cameco, the largest publicly traded uranium company, has an RSI of around 40, down from 66 in early June, correlating with a drop in uranium spot prices [7]. - Despite the decline, uranium prices remain high compared to levels not seen since 2008, with a growing recognition of nuclear energy as a clean renewable energy source [7]. - CCJ stock has shown a total return of 370.25% over the last five years, with earnings expected to grow by over 85% in the next 12 months, indicating significant upside potential [8].

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Core Insights - Air Products has formed a Management Board to execute its two-pillar growth strategy focused on optimizing its core industrial gases business and advancing clean hydrogen initiatives [1] - The company reported fiscal 2023 sales of $12.6 billion and has a market capitalization exceeding $50 billion [3] Management Board Formation - The Management Board is led by Chairman, President, and CEO Seifi Ghasemi, with members from various global regions and functions [1] - Key members include Ivo Bols (President, Europe & Africa), Ahmed Hababou (President, Middle East and India), and Melissa Schaeffer (Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer) [1] Business Overview - Air Products operates in over 50 countries and serves multiple industries including refining, chemicals, metals, electronics, manufacturing, and food [2] - The company is a leader in clean hydrogen projects and liquefied natural gas process technology [2] Employee Commitment - The company employs approximately 23,000 individuals who are dedicated to creating innovative solutions for environmental sustainability [3]

Crisis will eventually lead to opportunity for hydrogen stocks.Unfortunately, at the moment, the industry is still waiting to see if the Biden administration will lift the restrictive rules behind 45V. And while many are losing patience over the fix, 13 U.S. senators just sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to revise 45V rules or risk having them challenged in court. “Unless revised according to the suggestions below, the proposed guidance will undermine our shared goal of creating an enduring ...

Air Products & Chemicals Inc. (APD) has announced two projects to improve the sustainability, productivity and operational flexibility of its base industrial gas business, as well as a continued commitment to the merchant industrial gas market. APD will build two new air separation units (ASU) at its current Conyers, GA and Reidsville, NC, facilities. The new ASUs will replace older ones, increase capacity at the locations and are expected to be operational in 2026.Conyers and Reidsville have very appealing ...

New ASUs to Improve Productivity, Offer Sustainability Efficiencies and Operational Flexibility for Established and Growing Merchant Market LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., July 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Air Products (NYSE: APD), a world-leading industrial gases company, today announced two projects to enhance the sustainability, productivity, and operational flexibility of its base industrial gas business, as well as continuing commitment to the merchant industrial gas market. Air Products will construct two new air sep ...