Air Products and Chemicals (APD) has been the focus of major financial activity. Investment firms like
UBS and
RBC Capital rate APD positively, with UBS raising its price target for the company to $344. However, some insiders sold off around $12m of shares, feeding investor hesitancy. The APD board revealed a significant leadership shakeup, with Sean Major stepping down as EVP, and Eduardo F. Menezes being appointed CEO. An activist investor activity, led by Mantle Ridge, further highlighted potential instability. Despite the company's mixed performance, it was favored by several hedge funds and Billionaire investors, particularly within the materials and hydrogen market. However, APD reported a $1.7 billion second-quarter net loss, suggesting serious financial vulnerability. Some positive news, a new management team was announced to de-risk the companyβs project pipeline. The new management also aims to deliver superior shareholder value through an innovative strategy. Finally, the company announced forthcoming earnings teleconference in July, and a
dividend payout of $1.79 per share to be made in August.
Air Products Chemicals APD News Analytics from Wed, 28 Aug 2024 07:00:00 GMT to Wed, 09 Jul 2025 15:30:15 GMT -
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