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4.9
Weak

Linde plc (LIN)

As of Sep 20, 2026, Linde plc (LIN) scores 4.9/10 on AlphaStocks' five-model composite, #33 of 78 Materials stocks. At $460, LIN trades 33% above its model fair value of $346.

Materials / Industrial Gases

S&P 500

$460.25

Below average on several measures. Research carefully.

Weak

Score based on 5 of 5 models — high confidence

Data as of Sep 20, 2026

#33out of 78 in Materials

Is LINDE PLC a Good Investment in 2026?

LINDE PLC (LIN) scores 4.9 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Weak rating. The Buffett model rates LINDE PLC as Strong. However, the Graham model rates it Caution — Significantly above fair value. LINDE PLC currently trades 33% above its estimated fair value of $346. LINDE PLC ranks #33 out of 78 stocks in the Materials sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E31.5ROE17.9Market Cap215BDiv Yield1.1

Estimated Fair Value

$345.6833% above

Trading above estimated fair value. Eps growth of 7% may not justify the premium.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Attractive

5/9

Buffett

Strong

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Caution

Significantly above fair value

Lynch

Neutral

PEG 2.8 · Stalwart

Greenblatt

Neutral

Earnings yield 3.8% · ROC 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is LINDE PLC (LIN) a good investment?
As of Sep 20, 2026, Linde plc (LIN) scores 4.9/10 on AlphaStocks' five-model composite, #33 of 78 Materials stocks. At $460, LIN trades 33% above its model fair value of $346. That score is below average, suggesting caution.
What is LINDE PLC's Piotroski F-Score?
LINDE PLC's Piotroski F-Score status is Attractive. The raw score is 5/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is LIN overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $346, LIN appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 33% above its estimated fair value. Trading above estimated fair value. Eps growth of 7% may not justify the premium.
How does LIN compare to other Materials stocks?
LINDE PLC ranks #33 out of 78 stocks in the Materials sector, placing it in the top 42% of its sector by composite score. This is an above-average position relative to sector peers.
What do investment models say about LIN?
AlphaStocks evaluates LIN using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Attractive; Buffett: Strong; Graham: Caution; Lynch: Neutral; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Neutral. These models are combined into a single composite score of 4.9/10.

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