Linde plc (LIN)

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol LIN
  • Rev/Share 69.7587
  • Book/Share 83.3779
  • PB 5.8533
  • Debt/Equity 0.6283
  • CurrentRatio 0.9387
  • ROIC 0.0894

 

  • MktCap 221400326160.0
  • FreeCF/Share 10.376
  • PFCF 45.0825
  • PE 33.6732
  • Debt/Assets 0.2889
  • DivYield 0.0152
  • ROE 0.1723

 

  • Rating B
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 1
  • DCF Score 4
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Upgrade LIN Citigroup Neutral Buy -- $535 June 30, 2025
Initiation LIN RBC Capital Mkts -- Outperform -- $576 June 13, 2025
Upgrade LIN TD Cowen Hold Buy -- -- Jan. 13, 2025

News

Will Linde (LIN) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?
LIN
Published: July 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Linde (LIN) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

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These 2 Basic Materials Stocks Could Beat Earnings: Why They Should Be on Your Radar
ECL, LIN
Published: July 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The Zacks Earnings ESP is a great way to find potential earnings surprises. Why investors should take advantage now.

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How To Build A $1,000,000 Dividend Portfolio That Could Yield 11%+ In 15 Years
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Published: June 24, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

The Dividend Income Accelerator Portfolio balances income, growth, and capital appreciation, now enhanced by the global diversification from Allianz and LVMH. We focus on financially healthy companies with sustainable dividends and strong competitive advantages, optimizing risk-reward through sector and geographic diversification. The portfolio's Weighted Average Dividend Yield [FWD] of 4.05% and 5-Year Weighted Average Dividend Growth Rate [CAGR] of 7.06% project a Yield on Cost above 11% in 15 years.

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Linde to Supply Gas to Major Low-Carbon Ammonia Project
LIN
Published: June 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

LIN to invest $400M in new ASU for Blue Point's low-carbon ammonia plant, boosting its Gulf Coast clean energy presence.

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Linde Signs Long-Term Agreement to Supply Industrial Gases to World-Scale Low-Carbon Ammonia Facility in Louisiana
LIN
Published: June 23, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

WOKING, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Linde (Nasdaq: LIN) today announced it has signed a new long-term agreement with Blue Point Number One, a joint venture between CF Industries, JERA and Mitsui & Co. Under the terms of the agreement, Linde will supply industrial gases to Blue Point's 1.4 million metric tons low-carbon ammonia plant in Ascension Parish, Louisiana. Linde will build, own and operate a world-scale air separation unit (ASU) to supply oxygen and nitrogen to the Blue Point project,.

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Linde: Unshakable Leader In Industrial Gases; A Path To Steady Portfolio Growth
LIN
Published: June 03, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

I believe Linde stock offers attractive upside due to a robust business model with exceptional pricing power. Strong demand in core markets and successful cost controls are driving revenue and profitability higher. Given the compelling valuation and improving fundamentals, I rate the stock a Buy for long-term investors.

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Linde: Offsetting Potential Inflation With Contractual Pricing
LIN
Published: May 12, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

I reiterate a Buy rating for Linde plc with a fair value of $477 per share, anticipating long-term benefits from increased U.S. manufacturing facilities. Linde's Q1 results showed 1% organic revenue growth and 4.1% adj. operating profit growth, despite sluggish industrial production. Management's confidence in offsetting inflationary pressures through pricing and productivity programs, along with defensive revenue streams, supports a strong market position.

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Linde Surpasses Q1 Earnings on Higher Americas Pricing
LIN
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

LIN's first-quarter earnings gain on higher pricing and increased volumes from the Americas segment.

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Linde plc (LIN) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
LIN
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Linde plc (LIN) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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Compared to Estimates, Linde (LIN) Q1 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics
LIN
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The headline numbers for Linde (LIN) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended March 2025, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.

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Linde (LIN) Surpasses Q1 Earnings Estimates
LIN
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Linde (LIN) came out with quarterly earnings of $3.95 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.93 per share. This compares to earnings of $3.75 per share a year ago.

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Linde Reports First-Quarter 2025 Results
LIN
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

WOKING, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Linde plc (Nasdaq: LIN) today reported first-quarter 2025 net income of $1,673 million and diluted earnings per share of $3.51, up 3% and 5% respectively. Excluding Linde AG purchase accounting impacts and other charges, adjusted net income was $1,880 million, up 3% versus prior year. Adjusted earnings per share was $3.95, 5% above prior year. Linde's sales for the first quarter were $8,112 million, flat versus prior year. Compared to prior year, underlying sal.

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Linde Gears Up to Report Q1 Earnings: What's in the Offing?
LIN
Published: April 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Higher contributions from the Americas business segment are likely to have aided LIN's Q1 earnings.

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S&P Global Selects Linde for Sustainability Yearbook 2025
LIN
Published: April 22, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

WOKING, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Linde plc (Nasdaq: LIN) announced today that it has been recognized for its industry-leading sustainability performance through inclusion in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025. Based on S&P Global's comprehensive Corporate Sustainability Assessment, the Sustainability Yearbook comprises companies scoring in the top 15% of their industry for sustainable business practices. In the review of 7,690 companies, Linde was ranked as one of the most sus.

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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Basic Materials Stocks Now
APD, LIN
Published: April 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors looking for ways to find stocks that are set to beat quarterly earnings estimates should check out the Zacks Earnings ESP.

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Brazed Aluminium Plate-Fin Heat Exchanger (BAHX) Global Market Report 2025, with Kobe Steel, Fives, Linde, CoreWorks, Zhongtai Cryogenic, Suzhou Sanchuan, Wuxi Hongsheng and more
LIN
Published: April 03, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Dublin, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Brazed Aluminium Plate-Fin Heat Exchanger (BAHX) Global Market Insights 2025, Analysis and Forecast to 2030, by Manufacturers, Regions, Technology, Application" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Brazed Aluminium Plate-fin Heat Exchangers (BAHX) market excels in supporting energy-intensive processes and extreme conditions, driven by industrial expansion, clean energy initiatives, and technological advancements in heat management. Trends include modular designs for easier integration, enhanced materials for durability, and alignment with renewable energy systems, positioning BAHX as a critical component in optimizing industrial performance and sustainability. Market Size and Growth Forecast The global …

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Strategically Building A $100,000 Dividend Portfolio For Attractive Income And Strong Risk-Adjusted Returns
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Published: March 26, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

The Dividend Income Accelerator Portfolio focuses on financially healthy companies with strong balance sheets, aiming to generate sustainable dividend income and reduce portfolio volatility. Recent additions like Canadian Natural Resources and NextEra Energy enhance dividend growth potential and diversify sector allocation, reducing Financials Sector concentration. The portfolio boasts a Weighted Average Dividend Yield [FWD] of 3.98% and a 5-Year Weighted Average Dividend Growth Rate [CAGR] of 7.82%, ensuring attractive income and growth.

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Linde Increases Dividend 8%
LIN
Published: February 25, 2025 by: Accesswire
Sentiment: Neutral

WOKING, GB / ACCESS Newswire / February 25, 2025 / Linde plc (Nasdaq:LIN) today announced its Board of Directors has declared an 8% increase in the company's quarterly dividend to $1.50 per share. This marks the 32nd consecutive year of quarterly dividend increases on the company's common stock.

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About Linde plc (LIN)

  • IPO Date 1992-06-17
  • Website https://www.linde.com
  • Industry Chemicals - Specialty
  • CEO Sanjiv Lamba
  • Employees 65069

Linde plc operates as an industrial gas and engineering company in North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. It offers atmospheric gases, including oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and rare gases; and process gases, such as carbon dioxide, helium, hydrogen, electronic gases, specialty gases, and acetylene. The company also designs and constructs turnkey process plants for third-party customers, as well as for the gas businesses in various locations, such as olefin, natural gas, air separation, hydrogen, and synthesis gas plants. It serves a range of industries, including healthcare, energy, manufacturing, food, beverage carbonation, fiber-optics, steel making, aerospace, chemicals, and water treatment. The company was founded in 1879 and is based in Woking, the United Kingdom.