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 "url": "https://clearank.com/stock/apd-stock-analysis/",
 "dataUrl": "https://clearank.com/stock/apd-stock-analysis/data.json",
 "title": "Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD) Stock Forecast (2026)",
 "description": "Air Products (APD) buy, hold or sell? AI price targets, technical support zones and valuation risk analysis for the industrial gas major. Updated daily.",
 "headline": "Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (APD)",
 "published": "2026-09-02T09:28:54+00:00",
 "modified": "2026-09-11T16:32:22.361+00:00",
 "generated": "2026-09-11T20:41:02.753Z",
 "language": "en-US",
 "publisher": {
  "name": "CleaRank",
  "url": "https://clearank.com/"
 },
 "disclaimer": "Educational and informational only; not financial advice. AI-generated analysis reviewed by the CleaRank editorial team; prices delayed up to 15 minutes.",
 "asset": {
  "ticker": "APD",
  "name": "Air Products and Chemicals Inc.",
  "type": "Common Stock",
  "exchange": "NYSE",
  "currency": "USD",
  "sector": "Basic Materials",
  "industry": "Specialty Chemicals",
  "country": "United States",
  "website": "https://www.airproducts.com"
 },
 "quote": {
  "price": 292.45,
  "previousClose": 293.65,
  "change": -1.2,
  "changePercent": -0.41,
  "open": 294.58,
  "high": 295.54,
  "low": 292.16,
  "volume": 12779,
  "averageVolume": 859918,
  "marketCap": 65391603657,
  "fiftyTwoWeekHigh": 314.87,
  "fiftyTwoWeekLow": 229.11,
  "marketOpen": false,
  "asOf": "2026-09-11T16:32:20.000Z"
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 "statistics": {
  "pe": -1392.62,
  "eps": -0.21,
  "dividendYield": 0.024756368610018807,
  "beta": 0.754,
  "priceToSales": 5.1889043,
  "priceToBook": 4.70993,
  "revenueTtm": 12602200064,
  "grossMargin": 0.32774438468838973,
  "returnOnEquity": 0.00023
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 "technicals": {
  "rsi": 32.81,
  "macd": -1.12,
  "sma50": 300.78,
  "sma200": 283.33,
  "rsiSignal": "Bearish",
  "trend": "Bullish",
  "pricePosition": "Bearish",
  "macdSignal": "Bearish",
  "rating": "Bearish"
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 "analysis": {
  "rating": "Hold",
  "score": 55,
  "consensus": "Hold",
  "fairValue": 300.78,
  "analystTarget": 350,
  "analystCount": 21,
  "wallStreetConsensus": "Buy",
  "generatedAt": "2026-09-11T16:32:20.000Z",
  "priceAtAnalysis": 292.45,
  "volatility": {
   "daily": 1.1,
   "risk": "standard"
  }
 },
 "tradePlan": {
  "bias": "Neutral",
  "conservativeEntry": 289.53,
  "aggressiveEntry": 292.45,
  "stopLoss": 280.84,
  "stopLossPercent": 3,
  "targets": [
   298.21,
   304,
   312.69
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 "projections": {
  "basis": "Monte Carlo simulation on historical return distribution, re-run daily; not price targets",
  "years": [
   {
    "year": 2027,
    "downside10th": 224.84,
    "base": 314.32,
    "upside90th": 439.41
   },
   {
    "year": 2028,
    "downside10th": 210.34,
    "base": 337.83,
    "upside90th": 542.58
   },
   {
    "year": 2029,
    "downside10th": 203.23,
    "base": 363.09,
    "upside90th": 648.68
   },
   {
    "year": 2030,
    "downside10th": 199.68,
    "base": 390.24,
    "upside90th": 762.67
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   {
    "year": 2031,
    "downside10th": 198.29,
    "base": 419.42,
    "upside90th": 887.17
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   {
    "year": 2032,
    "downside10th": 198.41,
    "base": 450.79,
    "upside90th": 1024.19
   },
   {
    "year": 2033,
    "downside10th": 199.68,
    "base": 484.5,
    "upside90th": 1175.59
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   {
    "year": 2034,
    "downside10th": 201.87,
    "base": 520.73,
    "upside90th": 1343.25
   },
   {
    "year": 2035,
    "downside10th": 204.85,
    "base": 559.67,
    "upside90th": 1529.11
   },
   {
    "year": 2036,
    "downside10th": 208.52,
    "base": 601.53,
    "upside90th": 1735.29
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 "sources": [
  "TwelveData",
  "Wall Street consensus"
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 "sections": [
  {
   "id": "price",
   "title": "APD Price Analysis"
  },
  {
   "id": "market-metrics",
   "title": "Market Metrics",
   "facts": {
    "Open": "$294.58",
    "Day Range": "$292.16 to $295.54",
    "Prev Close": "$293.65",
    "Volume": "12.8K",
    "52-Week Range": "$229.11 to $314.87",
    "Market Cap": "$65.39B"
   }
  },
  {
   "id": "peer-benchmarking",
   "title": "Peer Benchmarking",
   "text": [
    "Sector Position Analysis Trading at a significant premium to sector peers (+24%), suggesting market expectations for superior growth or market position."
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "analysis",
   "title": "APD Analysis",
   "text": [
    "Air Products and Chemicals Inc. is currently trading below its 50-day SMA of $300.78 and its 20-day EMA of $301.00, signaling bearish momentum. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) at 32.81 further confirms this bearish sentiment, indicating the stock is in oversold territory but with strong downward momentum. Key support levels are not clearly defined due to recent price action, but the 200-day SMA at $283.33 represents a significant long-term support. Volume on the latest trading day was exceptionally low at 1,278 shares, a stark contrast to the average daily volume of 859,918 shares, suggesting a lack of conviction from traders. The MACD is also below its signal line, reinforcing the bearish outlook. The current price action suggests a potential for further downside before any significant recovery, especially given the lack of immediate buying interest.",
    "Insiders have sold a total of $21.2 million worth of stock, significantly outweighing minimal purchases of $1,500, indicating a 'Moderate Sell Signal' and potentially signaling a lack of confidence in near-term price appreciation.",
    "The stock is trading below its 50-day SMA ($300.78) and 20-day EMA ($301.00), with an RSI of 32.81, suggesting bearish momentum and potential for further price declines.",
    "The median analyst price target for APD is $350.00, implying a potential upside of 19.70% from the current price, indicating analyst confidence in future performance.",
    "Analysts project revenue growth of approximately 6.00% for the current and next fiscal years, indicating a stable, albeit moderate, expansion trajectory for the company's top line.",
    "The base case outlook for Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (APD) suggests a potential recovery towards its median analyst price target of $350.00 over the next 6-12 months, implying a 19.70% upside from the current price. The company's long-term projection indicates a base price of $390.24 by 2030, supported by consistent revenue growth estimates of around 6.00% annually. However, the current technical indicators and recent insider selling present immediate headwinds. A sustained break below the 200-day SMA of $283.33 could signal a more significant downturn, while a decisive move above the 50-day SMA and positive shifts in insider activity could reignite bullish sentiment. Investors should closely monitor upcoming earnings reports for any signs of improving profitability and margin expansion."
   ],
   "lists": {
    "ProTips": [
     "Given the current 'Moderate Sell Signal' from insider transactions, investors should exercise caution and monitor for any changes in insider activity before initiating new positions.",
     "The stock is trading below its 50-day and 20-day moving averages, suggesting potential for further downside. Consider waiting for a confirmed break above these levels before considering a bullish entry.",
     "With a negative EPS, focus on the company's revenue growth and forward estimates. Ensure the company can translate revenue into profitability to justify the current market capitalization and analyst price targets."
    ]
   },
   "catalysts": [
    {
     "type": "Bearish",
     "title": "Significant Insider Selling Activity",
     "text": "Insiders have sold a total of $21.2 million worth of stock, significantly outweighing minimal purchases of $1,500, indicating a 'Moderate Sell Signal' and potentially signaling a lack of confidence in near-term price appreciation.",
     "source": "Insider Transactions"
    },
    {
     "type": "Bearish",
     "title": "Negative Technical Momentum",
     "text": "The stock is trading below its 50-day SMA ($300.78) and 20-day EMA ($301.00), with an RSI of 32.81, suggesting bearish momentum and potential for further price declines.",
     "source": "Technical Analysis"
    },
    {
     "type": "Bullish",
     "title": "Positive Wall Street Price Targets",
     "text": "The median analyst price target for APD is $350.00, implying a potential upside of 19.70% from the current price, indicating analyst confidence in future performance.",
     "source": "Wall Street Analysts"
    },
    {
     "type": "Neutral",
     "title": "Projected Revenue Growth",
     "text": "Analysts project revenue growth of approximately 6.00% for the current and next fiscal years, indicating a stable, albeit moderate, expansion trajectory for the company's top line.",
     "source": "Revenue Estimates"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "key-statistics",
   "title": "Key Statistics",
   "text": [
    "Air Products and Chemicals Inc.'s valuation is currently difficult to assess due to negative EPS of -0.21, rendering the P/E ratio mathematically negative. The company's revenue growth has been reported at 4.6%, which is below the sector average of 10.0%. The negative EPS suggests a current loss-making status. The company's market capitalization stands at $65.39 billion. Despite the current valuation challenges, Wall Street analysts have a median price target of $350, indicating an expectation of future growth and profitability improvements. The projected revenue growth of around 6.00% for the current and next fiscal years suggests a stable, albeit not explosive, growth trajectory. Further analysis of the balance sheet and cash flow would be necessary to fully understand the company's financial health and its ability to support future growth initiatives.",
    "Air Products and Chemicals Inc. reported negative EPS of -0.21, indicating a loss for the trailing twelve months. However, forward-looking revenue estimates suggest a modest growth of approximately 6.00% for both the current and next fiscal years, with current year revenue projected at $12.8 billion.",
    "Significant insider selling presents a near-term risk for Air Products and Chemicals Inc., with total sales exceeding $21.2 million against minimal purchases. The stock's current technical posture, trading below key moving averages like the 50-day SMA and 20-day EMA, suggests potential for further price depreciation. Additionally, the negative EPS indicates current unprofitability, which could deter investors seeking stable returns."
   ],
   "tables": [
    {
     "caption": "",
     "columns": [],
     "rows": [
      {
       "label": "Market Cap",
       "cells": [
        "65.39B"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "P/E Ratio",
       "cells": [
        "N/A (Negative EPS)"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "EPS (TTM)",
       "cells": [
        "-0.2100"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "Dividend Yield",
       "cells": [
        "2.46%"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "52 Week High",
       "cells": [
        "314.87"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "52 Week Low",
       "cells": [
        "229.11"
       ]
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "technical-indicators",
   "title": "Technical Indicators",
   "text": [
    "Technical Rating Bearish RSI Bearish SMA Cross Bullish Price vs SMA Bearish MACD Bearish Golden Cross in effect with the 50-day SMA ($300.78) above the 200-day SMA ($283.33), price is trading below the 50-day SMA."
   ],
   "facts": {
    "RSI": "Bearish",
    "SMA Cross": "Bullish",
    "Price vs SMA": "Bearish",
    "MACD": "Bearish"
   },
   "tables": [
    {
     "caption": "",
     "columns": [],
     "rows": [
      {
       "label": "RSI (14)",
       "cells": [
        "32.81"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "MACD",
       "cells": [
        "-1.12"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "SMA 50",
       "cells": [
        "300.78"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "SMA 200",
       "cells": [
        "283.33"
       ]
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "correlations",
   "title": "Market Correlations",
   "text": [
    "How this stock moves relative to other assets",
    "Based on 1 year of daily price data. Correlations may vary over different time periods."
   ],
   "facts": {
    "Correlation with S&P 500 (SPY)": "+0.35",
    "Correlation with Nasdaq 100 (QQQ)": "+0.23",
    "Correlation with Bitcoin (BTC)": "-0.05",
    "Correlation with Gold (XAU)": "+0.00"
   }
  },
  {
   "id": "trade-plans",
   "title": "APD Trade Plans",
   "text": [
    "Specific entry, exit, and risk management levels",
    "Enter now if confident",
    "Volatility-Adjusted Stop Loss Calculated based on RSI (32.8) and current market volatility",
    "Consider scaling out: Take 50% profit at Target 1, 30% at Target 2, let 20% run to Target 3"
   ],
   "facts": {
    "TARGET 1": "$298.21",
    "TARGET 2": "$304.00",
    "TARGET 3": "$312.69",
    "STOP LOSS": "$280.84"
   }
  },
  {
   "id": "risk",
   "title": "Risk & Volatility",
   "facts": {
    "Daily Volatility": "1.10%"
   },
   "lists": {
    "Risk considerations": [
     "Monitor position sizing based on current volatility levels",
     "Consider stop-loss placement beyond recent price range",
     "Diversification helps mitigate single-stock risk exposure"
    ]
   }
  },
  {
   "id": "growth",
   "title": "Growth of $10,000",
   "text": [
    "A $10,000 investment in APD in September 2016 would be worth about $21,081 today, compared with about $35,030 for the same investment in the S&P 500 benchmark."
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "monte-carlo",
   "title": "Monte Carlo Projection (10yr)",
   "text": [
    "CleaRank's 10-year Monte Carlo simulation projects that a $10,000 investment in APD today could grow to about $20,569 by 2036 in the base case, with a bull case near $59,336 and a bear case around $7,130. Projections are statistical simulations, not guarantees."
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "price-prediction",
   "title": "APD Stock Price Prediction: 2030",
   "text": [
    "CleaRank's simulation projects a price near $390 for APD by 2030 in the base case, from $292 today (1.3x over 4 years). The downside path ends near $200. These are outcomes of a Monte Carlo simulation run on APD's historical return distribution, not price targets, and they assume no dividends are reinvested.",
    "Method: 10,000 simulated price paths using APD's historical volatility and drift, re-run daily. The base case is the median path; the two outer columns are the 10th and 90th percentile outcomes, which widen with time because uncertainty compounds. Simulations are not guarantees, and past volatility does not predict future returns. This is analysis, not investment advice."
   ],
   "tables": [
    {
     "caption": "APD simulated price paths by year",
     "columns": [
      "Year",
      "Downside (10th pct)",
      "Base case",
      "Upside (90th pct)"
     ],
     "rows": [
      {
       "label": "2027",
       "cells": [
        "$225",
        "$314",
        "$439"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "2028",
       "cells": [
        "$210",
        "$338",
        "$543"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "2029",
       "cells": [
        "$203",
        "$363",
        "$649"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "2030",
       "cells": [
        "$200",
        "$390",
        "$763"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "2031",
       "cells": [
        "$198",
        "$419",
        "$887"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "2032",
       "cells": [
        "$198",
        "$451",
        "$1,024"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "2033",
       "cells": [
        "$200",
        "$485",
        "$1,176"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "2034",
       "cells": [
        "$202",
        "$521",
        "$1,343"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "2035",
       "cells": [
        "$205",
        "$560",
        "$1,529"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "2036",
       "cells": [
        "$209",
        "$602",
        "$1,735"
       ]
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
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   "id": "insider-trading",
   "title": "APD Insider Trading Analysis",
   "facts": {
    "Bought": "$1.5K",
    "Sold": "$21.2M",
    "Insiders": "10",
    "Avg Transaction": "$4.2M"
   },
   "tables": [
    {
     "caption": "Recent insider transactions in APD",
     "columns": [
      "Date",
      "Insider",
      "Type",
      "Shares",
      "Value"
     ],
     "rows": [
      {
       "label": "Feb 12, 2026",
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        "70.2K",
        "$19.9M"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "Oct 31, 2013",
       "cells": [
        "MCGLADE JOHN E Chief Executive Officer",
        "Sell",
        "74.0K",
        "$8.1M"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "Feb 18, 2025",
       "cells": [
        "BOLS IVO Officer",
        "Sell",
        "18.0K",
        "$5.6M"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "Jul 24, 2014",
       "cells": [
        "JONES STEPHEN J Officer",
        "Sell",
        "36.4K",
        "$4.9M"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "Nov 8, 2013",
       "cells": [
        "MCGLADE JOHN E Chief Executive Officer",
        "Sell",
        "27.0K",
        "$3.0M"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "Nov 6, 2013",
       "cells": [
        "MCGLADE JOHN E Chief Executive Officer",
        "Sell",
        "25.0K",
        "$2.7M"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "Aug 25, 2016",
       "cells": [
        "STANLEY JOHN D General Counsel",
        "Sell",
        "17.2K",
        "$2.7M"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "Oct 31, 2014",
       "cells": [
        "PAINTER CORNING F Officer",
        "Sell",
        "16.3K",
        "$2.2M"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "Nov 22, 2013",
       "cells": [
        "MCGLADE JOHN E Chief Executive Officer",
        "Sell",
        "15.6K",
        "$1.7M"
       ]
      },
      {
       "label": "Jul 25, 2014",
       "cells": [
        "STANLEY JOHN D General Counsel",
        "Sell",
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        "$1.6M"
       ]
      }
     ]
    }
   ],
   "links": [
    {
     "text": "SEC Form 4",
     "url": "https://www.sec.gov/cgi-bin/browse-edgar?action=getcompany&company=Air+Products+and+Chemicals+Inc.&type=4&dateb=&owner=include&count=40&search_text=&action=getcompany"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "faq",
   "title": "Frequently Asked Questions"
  }
 ],
 "faq": [
  {
   "question": "What is the current consensus rating for Air Products and Chemicals Inc. stock?",
   "answer": "The current consensus rating for Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (APD) stock is 'Hold', with a consensus score of 55 out of 100. This rating reflects a mix of analyst opinions and current market conditions."
  },
  {
   "question": "What is the median analyst price target for APD stock?",
   "answer": "The median analyst price target for Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (APD) is $350.00, with an implied upside of 19.70% from the current price of $292.45."
  },
  {
   "question": "Are insiders buying or selling Air Products and Chemicals Inc. stock?",
   "answer": "Insiders are currently net sellers of Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (APD) stock. Total sales amount to $21.2 million, while total purchases are only $1,500, indicating a 'Moderate Sell Signal'."
  },
  {
   "question": "What are the key technical indicators for APD stock?",
   "answer": "Key technical indicators for Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (APD) show bearish momentum. The stock is trading below its 50-day SMA ($300.78) and 20-day EMA ($301.00), and its RSI is at 32.81, indicating oversold conditions with downward pressure."
  },
  {
   "question": "What is the projected revenue growth for Air Products and Chemicals Inc.?",
   "answer": "Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (APD) is projected to experience revenue growth of approximately 6.00% for both the current and next fiscal years. Current year revenue is estimated to reach $12.8 billion."
  },
  {
   "question": "What are the main risks facing Air Products and Chemicals Inc.?",
   "answer": "The primary risks for Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (APD) include significant insider selling, current trading below key technical levels suggesting further downside, and a negative EPS indicating current unprofitability."
  },
  {
   "question": "How does Air Products and Chemicals Inc. compare to its sector averages?",
   "answer": "Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (APD) operates in the Basic Materials sector. Its reported revenue growth of 4.6% is below the sector average of 10.0%. Valuation metrics like P/E are currently not comparable due to negative EPS."
  },
  {
   "question": "What is the long-range projection for Air Products and Chemicals Inc. stock?",
   "answer": "The long-range projection for Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (APD) by 2030 estimates a base case price of $390.24, with a downside projection of $199.68. These are outcomes from a Monte Carlo simulation and not guaranteed price targets."
  }
 ],
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