Linde plc Ordinary Stock Performance

LIN Stock  USD 494.08  0.03  0.01%   
On a scale of 0 to 100, Linde Plc holds a performance score of 20. The company secures a Beta (Market Risk) of 0.25, which means relatively modest fluctuations relative to the market. Linde Plc moves in the same direction as the market but with less intensity, offering a degree of cushion during selloffs. Please confirm Linde Plc's expected short fall, and the relationship between the maximum drawdown and rate of daily change, to make a quick decision on whether Linde Plc's historical price patterns will revert.
Risk-Adjusted Performance
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Across the last 90 days, the risk-adjusted return profile of Linde plc Ordinary is weaker than 20% of the global equities and portfolios reviewed by Macroaxis. Current market capitalization is about 228.94 Billion. In spite of very uncertain forward indicators, Linde Plc displayed solid returns over the last few months and may actually be approaching a breakup point. Learn More

Actual Historical Performance (%)

 One Day Return
-0.68
 Five Day Return
2.84
 Year To Date Return
15.13
 Ten Year Return
336.75
 All Time Return
6.1 K
 Forward Dividend Yield
0.013
 Payout Ratio
0.3708
 Last Split Factor
2:1
 Forward Dividend Rate
6.4
 Dividend Date
2026-03-26
Begin Period Cash Flow4.8 B
Total Cashflows From Investing Activities-5.7 B

Relative Risk vs. Return Landscape

If you had invested $ 41,759 in Linde plc Ordinary on December 18, 2025 and sold it today you would have earned a total of $ 7,646 from holding Linde plc Ordinary or generated 18.31% return on investment over 90 days. Linde plc Ordinary is generating a 0.2864% daily return assuming volatility of 1.0849% on return distribution over 90 days investment horizon. In other words, 9% of stocks are less volatile than Linde, and above 95% of all equities are expected to generate higher returns over the next 90 days.
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This comparison focuses on expected return, realized volatility, and risk efficiency versus the market. It highlights whether the current reward profile compensates for the level of uncertainty assumed. Considering the 90-day investment horizon Linde Plc is expected to generate 1.35 times more return on investment than the market. However, the company is 1.35 times more volatile than its market benchmark. It trades about 0.26 of its potential returns per unit of risk. The Dow Jones Industrial is currently generating roughly -0.04 per unit of risk.

Target Price Odds to finish over Current Price

For Linde Stock, the tendency of price to converge toward a long-term average provides a useful baseline for forecasting. Nonetheless, studies have found that some stocks are persistently mispriced, with the spread correcting only when market dynamics shift significantly.
Current PriceHorizonTarget PriceOdds moving above the current price in 90 days
494.08 90 days 494.08
about 10.29
Based on standard probability analysis, the odds of Linde Plc moving above the current price in 90 days from now are about 10.29 (The chart above shows the probability distribution of Linde Stock prices over the next 90 days).
Considering the 90-day investment horizon Linde Plc has a beta of 0.25. This indicates as returns on the market go up, Linde Plc's average returns are expected to increase less than the benchmark. However, during a bear market, the loss from holding Linde plc Ordinary is expected to be smaller as well. Additionally, Linde plc Ordinary has an alpha of 0.3603, implying that it can generate a 0.3603 percent excess return over Dow Jones Industrial after adjusting for the inherent market risk (beta).
   Linde Plc Price Density   
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Predictive Modules for Linde Plc

Accurately predicting the stock market is one of the most challenging tasks in investing. For Linde plc Ordinary, a range of forecasting tools can be applied, though none offer certainty. Despite this, systematic forecasting is a critical step in the investment process - comparing methods and results helps investors develop a more nuanced view of potential outcomes.
The mean reversion principle applied to Linde Plc's suggests that neither prolonged outperformance nor underperformance is permanent. Investors exploit this by positioning against extremes in price relative to fundamental value.
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
492.97494.05495.13
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Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
444.65564.43565.51
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Naive
Forecast
LowNextHigh
481.72482.81483.89
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Analyst
Consensus
LowTargetHigh
468.76515.12571.79
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Peer comparison enriches Linde Plc analysis by revealing how the company ranks against competitors on key metrics. This relative perspective often changes investment conclusions drawn from standalone fundamental analysis.

Primary Risk Indicators

The past 10-20 years have brought considerable volatility to the stock market, and Linde Plc has been no exception. Sharp price drops and strong rallies have made hedging an important tool for managing portfolio risk. Investors in Linde plc Ordinary should monitor Linde Plc's fundamental risk indicators to stay ahead of market swings.
α
Alpha over Dow Jones
0.36
β
Beta against Dow Jones0.25
σ
Overall volatility
30.23
Ir
Information ratio 0.34

Investor Alerts and Insights

Alerts and suggestions for Linde Plc give investors a structured way to monitor the stock for material events. Linde plc Ordinary notifications flag important changes in technical indicators, fundamentals, and market conditions that may warrant attention.
Linde plc Ordinary has $26.99 B in debt with debt to equity (D/E) ratio of 0.39, which is consistent with its industry peers. Linde plc Ordinary has a current ratio of 0.73, suggesting that it has not enough short term capital to pay financial commitments when the payables are due. Nevertheless, prudent borrowing could serve as an effective mechanism for Linde to finance growth opportunities yielding strong returns.
Over 87.0% of the company shares are owned by institutional investors
Latest headline from thelincolnianonline.com: Lansdowne Partners UK LLP Acquires 55,908 Shares of Linde PLC LIN

Price Density Drivers

Understanding the forces driving Linde Plc's price dynamics helps investors anticipate periods of elevated volatility. The balance between optimistic and pessimistic market participants is reflected in the short-sentiment indicators listed below.
Common Stock Shares Outstanding468.7 M
Cash And Short Term Investments5.1 B

Linde Plc Fundamentals Growth

Linde Stock performance is fundamentally tied to Linde Plc's financial health and growth outlook. Revenue and earnings trends, operating margins, and capital structure decisions all play a significant role in shaping investor expectations for Linde Stock.

Performance Metrics & Calculation Methodology

Linde Plc performance is measured on a risk-adjusted basis against benchmarks. Certain defensive traits may reduce sensitivity to broader macroeconomic fluctuations. Linde Plc shows ROE of 17.82%, ROA of 7.17%.

Inputs for Linde plc Ordinary come from periodic company reporting and market reference feeds and are mapped into a consistent schema for analysis. Some fields can appear with publication lag. Return and risk statistics are calculated from historical price series.

This content is curated and reviewed by:

Gabriel Shpitalnik - Member of Macroaxis Editorial Board
Last reviewed on March 12th, 2026