Airgas, Inc. is a supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, and hard goods, such as welding equipment and related products. The Company is also a producer of atmospheric gases, carbon dioxide, dry ice and nitrous oxide and a supplier of safety products, refrigerants, ammonia products and process chemicals. It operates through two segments: Distribution and All Other Operations. The Distribution segment offers a portfolio of related gas and hard goods products and services to the end customers. The All Other Operations segment consists of five business units which manufacture or distribute carbon dioxide, dry ice, nitrous oxide, ammonia and refrigerant gases. It also offers supply chain management services and solutions, and product and process technical support across many customer segments. It markets its products and services through multiple sales channels, including branch-based sales representatives, retail stores and strategic customer account programs, among others.
Industry, Sector and Symbol:
- Sector: Basic Materials
- Industry: Commodity Chemicals
- Sub-Industry: Industrial Gases
- Symbol: NYSE:ARG
- CUSIP: 00936310
- Web: www.airgas.com
Average Prices:- 50 Day Moving Avg: $142.95
- 200 Day Moving Avg: $142.95
- 52 Week Range: $141.45 - $143.05
P/E:- Trailing P/E Ratio: N/A
- Foreward P/E Ratio: 7,147.50
- P/E Growth: 0.00
Profitability:- Net Margins: 5.98%
- Return on Equity: 15.44%
- Return on Assets: 5.04%
Frequently Asked Questions for Airgas (NYSE:ARG)
What is Airgas' stock symbol?
Airgas trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "ARG."
How were Airgas' earnings last quarter?
Airgas, Inc. (NYSE:ARG) announced its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, January, 28th. The company reported $1.19 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $1.18 by $0.01. The company earned $1.30 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.34 billion. Airgas had a return on equity of 15.44% and a net margin of 5.98%. The company's revenue for the quarter was down 2.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the company earned $1.23 earnings per share. View Airgas' Earnings History.
Who are some of Airgas' key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Airgas include Praxair (PX), LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB), Air Products and Chemicals (APD), Albemarle Corporation (ALB), Celanese Corporation (CE), Eastman Chemical Company (EMN), Braskem S.A. (BAK), Westlake Chemical Corporation (WLK), Chemours Company (The) (CC), Olin Corporation (OLN), NewMarket Corporation (NEU), Methanex Corporation (MEOH), Ingevity Corp (NGVT), Quaker Chemical Corporation (KWR), A. Schulman (SHLM), Innophos Holdings (IPHS), Koppers Holdings (KOP) and CSW Industrials (CSWI).
How do I buy Airgas stock?
Shares of Airgas can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Airgas' stock price today?
One share of Airgas stock can currently be purchased for approximately $142.95.
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Consensus Ratings for Airgas (NYSE:ARG) (How are Consensus Ratings Calculated?) MarketBeat calculates consensus ratings using the most recent rating from each brokerage that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Since brokers often use different ratings systems, each rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings. Each stock's consensus rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0-1.5 = Sell, 1.5-2.5 = Hold, 2.5-3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months.
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| Ratings Breakdown: | No ratings tracked in the last 12 months. |
| Consensus Rating: | N/A (Score: NaN) |
| Consensus Price Target: | N/A |
Analysts' Ratings History for Airgas (NYSE:ARG)
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| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Price Target | Impact on Share Price | Details |
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| 11/20/2015 | Deutsche Bank AG | Reiterated Rating | Hold | $143.00 | N/A |  |
| 11/20/2015 | Jefferies Group LLC | Downgrade | Buy -> Hold | | N/A | |
| 11/19/2015 | Seaport Global Securities | Downgrade | Accumulate -> Neutral | $115.00 -> $143.00 | N/A | |
| 11/19/2015 | Raymond James Financial, Inc. | Downgrade | Market Perform -> Underperform | | N/A | |
| 11/3/2015 | Susquehanna Bancshares Inc | Boost Price Target | Neutral | $95.00 -> $99.00 | N/A | |
| 10/26/2015 | Robert W. Baird | Lower Price Target | Neutral | $111.00 -> $105.00 | N/A | |
(Data available from 9/22/2015 forward)
Earnings History for Airgas (NYSE:ARG)Earnings History by Quarter for Airgas (NYSE ARG)| Date | Quarter | Consensus Estimate | Actual EPS | Revenue Estimate | Actual Revenue | Release Link | Conference Call | Details |
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| 1/28/2016 | Q316 | $1.18 | $1.19 | $1.34 billion | $1.30 billion | View | N/A | |
| 10/27/2015 | Q216 | $1.29 | $1.31 | $1.38 billion | $1.40 billion | View | Listen | |
| 7/28/2015 | Q116 | $1.15 | $1.16 | $1.34 billion | $1.30 billion | View | Listen | |
| 4/30/2015 | Q415 | $1.14 | $1.15 | $1.31 million | $1.30 million | View | Listen | |
| 2/3/2015 | Q315 | $1.23 | $1.23 | $1.31 billion | $1.33 billion | View | Listen | |
| 10/23/2014 | Q215 | $1.29 | $1.30 | $1.33 billion | $1.36 billion | View | Listen | |
| 7/24/2014 | Q115 | $1.18 | $1.18 | $1.31 billion | $1.31 billion | View | Listen | |
| 5/1/2014 | Q414 | $1.20 | $1.15 | $1.29 billion | $1.27 billion | View | Listen | |
| 1/30/2014 | Q314 | $1.18 | $1.18 | $1.28 billion | $1.24 billion | View | N/A | |
| 7/25/2013 | Q1 2014 | $1.16 | $1.14 | $1.27 billion | $1.28 billion | View | N/A | |
| 5/2/2013 | Q4 2013 | $1.13 | $1.14 | $1.26 billion | $1.26 billion | View | N/A | |
| 1/24/2013 | Q3 2013 | $1.07 | $1.04 | $1.19 billion | $1.21 billion | View | N/A | |
| 10/23/2012 | | $1.06 | $1.05 | | | View | N/A | |
| 7/25/2012 | | $1.15 | $1.13 | | | View | N/A | |
| 5/3/2012 | | $1.06 | $1.11 | | | View | N/A | |
| 1/26/2012 | | $0.98 | $0.97 | | | View | N/A | |
| 10/27/2011 | | $1.02 | $1.03 | | | View | N/A | |
| 7/28/2011 | | $0.96 | $0.99 | | | View | N/A | |
| 5/5/2011 | | $0.85 | $0.88 | | | View | N/A | |
| 1/21/2011 | | $0.79 | $0.80 | | | View | N/A | |
(Data available from 1/1/2011 forward)
Earnings Estimates for Airgas (NYSE:ARG)2017 EPS Consensus Estimate: $5.36
| Quarter | Number of Estimates | Low Estimate | High Estimate | Average Estimate |
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| Q1 2017 | 5 | $1.26 | $1.42 | $1.32 |
| Q2 2017 | 1 | $1.42 | $1.42 | $1.42 |
| Q3 2017 | 1 | $1.28 | $1.28 | $1.28 |
| Q4 2017 | 1 | $1.34 | $1.34 | $1.34 |
(Data provided by Zacks Investment Research)
Current Dividend Information for Airgas (NYSE:ARG)| Most Recent Dividend: | 3/31/2016 |
| Dividend Yield: | 0.00% |
| Dividend Growth: | -31.20% (3 Year Average) |
| Payout Ratio: | 0.00% (Based on This Year's Estimates)
0.00% (Based on Next Year's Estimates)
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| Track Record: | 14 Years of Consecutive Dividend Growth |
Dividend History by Quarter for Airgas (NYSE ARG)| Announced | Period | Amount | Yield | Ex-Dividend Date | Record Date | Payable Date |
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| 1/26/2016 | quarterly | $0.60 | 1.73% | 3/11/2016 | 3/15/2016 | 3/31/2016 |
| 11/18/2015 | quarterly | $0.60 | 1.73% | 12/10/2015 | 12/14/2015 | 12/29/2015 |
| 8/4/2015 | quarterly | $0.60 | 2.33% | 9/11/2015 | 9/15/2015 | 9/30/2015 |
| 4/7/2015 | quarterly | $0.60 | 2.25% | 6/11/2015 | 6/15/2015 | 6/30/2015 |
| 1/27/2015 | quarterly | $0.55 | 1.96% | 3/11/2015 | 3/13/2015 | 3/31/2015 |
| 11/18/2014 | quarterly | $0.55 | 1.9% | 12/10/2014 | 12/12/2014 | 12/29/2014 |
| 8/6/2014 | quarterly | $0.55 | 2.03% | 9/11/2014 | 9/15/2014 | 9/30/2014 |
| 5/1/2014 | quarterly | $0.55 | 2.08% | 6/11/2014 | 6/13/2014 | 6/30/2014 |
| 1/30/2014 | quarterly | $0.48 | 1.82% | 3/12/2014 | 3/14/2014 | 3/31/2014 |
| 11/11/2013 | quarterly | $0.48 | 1.77% | 12/10/2013 | 12/12/2013 | 12/27/2013 |
| 8/6/2013 | quarterly | $0.48 | 1.82% | 9/11/2013 | 9/13/2013 | 9/30/2013 |
| 5/2/2013 | quarterly | $0.48 | 1.98% | 6/12/2013 | 6/14/2013 | 6/28/2013 |
| 1/29/2013 | quarterly | $0.40 | 1.69% | 3/12/2013 | 3/14/2013 | 3/28/2013 |
(Data available from 1/1/2013 forward)
Insider Trading and Institutional Ownership History for Airgas (NYSE:ARG)Insider Trades by Quarter for Airgas (NYSE:ARG)| Transaction Date | Insider Name | Title | Buy/Sell | Number of Shares | Average Share Price | Total Transaction | Details |
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| 3/30/2016 | Paula A Sneed | Director | Sell | 3,520 | $141.73 | $498,889.60 | |
| 3/9/2016 | Andrew R Cichocki | SVP | Sell | 9,648 | $141.69 | $1,367,025.12 | |
| 3/8/2016 | Ronald J Stark | VP | Sell | 11,000 | $141.59 | $1,557,490.00 | |
| 2/25/2016 | Thomas S. Thoman | Insider | Sell | 14,000 | $141.58 | $1,982,120.00 | |
| 2/24/2016 | Leslie J. Graff | VP | Sell | 14,700 | $141.40 | $2,078,580.00 | |
| 2/24/2016 | Michael Molinini | CEO | Sell | 30,000 | $141.32 | $4,239,600.00 | |
| 2/17/2016 | Martin J. Wehner | Insider | Sell | 800 | $140.90 | $112,720.00 | |
| 2/10/2016 | Pamela J. Claypool | insider | Sell | 100 | $140.28 | $14,028.00 | |
| 2/3/2016 | Douglas L. Jones | insider | Sell | 4,000 | $140.13 | $560,520.00 | |
| 12/23/2015 | R. Jay Worley | SVP | Sell | 2,500 | $137.99 | $344,975.00 | |
| 9/15/2015 | Charles E. Broadus, Jr. | insider | Sell | 9,900 | $94.05 | $931,095.00 | |
| 8/25/2015 | Leslie J Graff | VP | Sell | 6,500 | $94.48 | $614,120.00 | |
| 8/18/2015 | Robert M. Mclaughlin | CFO | Sell | 23,500 | $108.67 | $2,553,745.00 | |
| 8/13/2015 | Lee M Thomas | Director | Sell | 3,627 | $105.13 | $381,306.51 | |
| 6/26/2015 | Charles E Broadus Jr | Insider | Sell | 8,500 | $107.45 | $913,325.00 | |
| 6/3/2015 | David M Stout | Director | Sell | 4,850 | $104.55 | $507,067.50 | |
| 2/18/2015 | Terry L Lodge | Insider | Sell | 13,200 | $116.08 | $1,532,256.00 | |
| 2/6/2015 | Thomas M Smyth | VP | Sell | 5,200 | $115.39 | $600,028.00 | |
| 12/22/2014 | B Shaun Powers | Insider | Sell | 34,100 | $116.42 | $3,969,922.00 | |
| 11/25/2014 | Thomas S Thoman | Insider | Sell | 22,800 | $116.89 | $2,665,092.00 | |
| 11/21/2014 | Thomas S Thoman | Insider | Sell | 7,500 | $117.28 | $879,600.00 | |
| 10/31/2014 | Robert A Dougherty | VP | Sell | 14,000 | $111.42 | $1,559,880.00 | |
| 9/26/2014 | Leslie J Graff | VP | Sell | 5,000 | $112.26 | $561,300.00 | |
| 8/27/2014 | Thomas M Smyth | VP | Sell | 9,000 | $109.84 | $988,560.00 | |
| 8/6/2014 | Robert M Mclaughlin | CFO | Sell | 24,000 | $108.67 | $2,608,080.00 | |
| 6/10/2014 | Michael Molinini | CEO | Sell | 28,700 | $109.06 | $3,130,022.00 | |
| 3/28/2014 | Douglas Jones | Insider | Sell | 6,000 | $106.43 | $638,580.00 | |
| 3/26/2014 | Paula Sneed | Director | Sell | 4,242 | $106.92 | $453,554.64 | |
| 3/21/2014 | David Stout | Director | Sell | 6,500 | $107.83 | $700,895.00 | |
| 3/20/2014 | Thomas Thoman | Insider | Sell | 11,000 | $107.00 | $1,177,000.00 | |
| 3/10/2014 | David Stout | Director | Sell | 4,000 | $107.93 | $431,720.00 | |
| 3/6/2014 | David Stout | Director | Sell | 3,500 | $108.16 | $378,560.00 | |
| 3/4/2014 | Leslie Graff | VP | Sell | 3,750 | $107.40 | $402,750.00 | |
| 12/3/2013 | Ellen Wolf | Director | Sell | 16,056 | $106.64 | $1,712,211.84 | |
| 10/30/2013 | Thomas M Smyth | VP | Sell | 10,000 | $108.63 | $1,086,300.00 | |
| 9/19/2013 | Robert Jr. Young | VP | Sell | 12,238 | $107.10 | $1,310,689.80 | |
| 9/19/2013 | Robert Mclaughlin | CFO | Sell | 23,300 | $107.00 | $2,493,100.00 | |
| 8/7/2013 | Terry Lodge | Insider | Sell | 2,500 | $105.89 | $264,725.00 | |
| 8/1/2013 | Charles E Broadus Jr | Insider | Sell | 3,600 | $105.00 | $378,000.00 | |
| 5/31/2013 | Ronald J Stark | VP | Sell | 10,050 | $103.49 | $1,040,074.50 | |
| 5/16/2013 | Michael E Rohde | Insider | Sell | 24,150 | $100.26 | $2,421,279.00 | |
| 5/7/2013 | David M Stout | Director | Sell | 3,953 | $98.14 | $387,947.42 | |
(Data available from 1/1/2013 forward)
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