Should you buy Linde stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Linde is currently Buy. Linde trades at $489.95 as of Oct 7, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 0.604 with rising momentum (signal: -2.696); RSI is at 64.5 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $542.60 points to 10.7% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Linde stock?
The average analyst price target for Linde is $542.60. The current price is $489.95, which gives an upside of 10.7%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $488.34 and $596.86.
Is Linde a dividend stock?
Yes, Linde is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 1.31%. The latest dividend was $1.60 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was Sep 3, 2026. The payout ratio is 36.5%, which is considered sustainable.
When does Linde pay a dividend in 2026?
The next dividend date for Linde has not been set yet. The latest ex-dividend date (last trading day with dividend rights) was Sep 3, 2026. The latest dividend was $1.60 per share with an ex-dividend date of Sep 3, 2026. The dividend yield is 1.31%. The payout ratio of 36.5% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Linde stock?
Linde is rated as a stock in the risk category Conservative. the annual standard deviation is 19.0%, which classifies the stock as Conservative.
Is Linde overvalued?
No, Linde is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (10.7% upside). Linde has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 30.6 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 6.2, a P/B ratio of 5.5. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 10.7%.
Is Linde overbought?
No, Linde is not overbought. RSI is at 64.5 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 64.5 (upper neutral zone), which shows positive momentum but is not yet overbought. In addition, the price is 4.5% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Linde earnings report?
Linde reports its next earnings on October 29, 2026. The stock currently trades at $489.95. With a P/E ratio of 30.6, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is Linde shorted?
Yes, Linde is shorted with 1.3% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying Linde stock?
Yes, insiders are net buyers of Linde – they are buying more shares than they are selling. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 1 purchases and 0 sales. On a net basis, 47,912 $ worth of shares were bought. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 2 purchases and 18 sales, with a net 126,659,940 $ sold. Active buyers include Reynolds Paula Rosput, Lamba Sanjiv. Insider buying is generally seen as a positive signal, because management is putting its own money into the company.
Is Linde a good stock?
Based on our total score, Linde is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 56 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 32/100, Quality: 73/100, Momentum: 64/100. In addition: analysts see 10.7% upside to the price target; a dividend of 1.31%; technical signal: Buy. Whether Linde is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Linde stock?
The outlook for Linde based on current data: the average analyst price target is $542.60 (+10.7%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on Oct 29, 2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 30.6 (high – the market expects growth). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Linde stock rising?
Linde is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 4.5% above the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can Linde go?
The average analyst price target for Linde is $542.60, which corresponds to a potential gain of 10.7% from the current price of $489.95. The stock has traded between $384.00 and $546.40 over the last 52 weeks. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Linde fall?
The stock has traded as low as $384.00 over the last 52 weeks — that is 21.6% below the current price of $489.95. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 29.7% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±19.0% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Linde do?
Linde plc operates as an industrial gas company worldwide. It offers atmospheric gases, including oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and rare gases; and process gases, such as hydrogen, helium, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, electronic gases, specialty gases, and acetylene. The compan... The company belongs to the Basic Materials sector, more specifically the Specialty Chemicals industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Linde as an investment.
Did Linde raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Linde. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is Linde making money or losing money?
Yes, Linde is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 20.4% — which is excellent. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 28.1%. At a P/E ratio of 30.6, you currently pay 30.6 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Linde go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Linde is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 2.14 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 6 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 107% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Linde have a lot of debt?
Linde has moderate debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 107%. For the basic materials sector, 70-150% counts as a typical level. Commodity companies finance mines and plants with moderate debt — 70-150% is typical. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Linde service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 41.6x, and net debt equals 1.7 years of earnings (EBITDA).
