What Is LIN Fair Value?
Linde plc (LIN) fair value estimate using multiple valuation models, updated daily.
As of August 1, 2026, Linde plc (LIN) has a composite fair value estimate of $221.84 based on four valuation models: DCF (35% weight), Graham Number (25% weight), PEG (25% weight), and DDM (15% weight). The current market price is $478.38, suggesting the stock is overvalued by 53.6%.
Data as of August 1, 2026 (today)
Composite Fair Value
Overvalued4 of 4 models$221.84
vs. current price of $478.38(-53.6%)
How Is LIN Fair Value Calculated?
Four independent models estimate what LIN is worth. Each uses different inputs and assumptions. The composite blends them by weight.
LIN Intrinsic Value
Forward-looking models based on future cash flows
DCF (Discounted Cash Flow)
35% weightEstimates how much cash the company will generate over the next 10 years, then calculates what all that future cash is worth in today's dollars. Includes a 15% safety cushion. Try the standalone DCF calculator →
$256.64
-46.4%Overvalued
Inputs used
DDM (Dividend Discount Model)
15% weightIf a company pays you dividends, this model asks: how much are all those future dividend payments worth today? Only works for stocks that pay dividends. Try the intrinsic value calculator →
$171.09
-64.2%Overvalued
Inputs used
LIN Fair Value
Current fundamentals: earnings, assets, and growth rate
Graham Number (Value Investing)
25% weightCreated by legendary investor Benjamin Graham. It looks at two things: how much the company earns (EPS) and what its assets are worth (Book Value), then calculates the maximum price a careful investor should pay. Try the fair value calculator →
$183.16
-61.7%Overvalued
Inputs used
PEG (Price/Earnings to Growth)
25% weightChecks if you're paying a fair price for the company's growth. A fast-growing company deserves a higher price than a slow one. This model finds the right price based on how fast earnings are growing.
$178.84
-62.6%Overvalued
Inputs used
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Your DCF Fair Value
Current price $478.38 is 46.4% above this estimate
View 10-year cash flow projections
| Year | Projected FCF (Free Cash Flow) | Present Value |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $5.65B | $5.23B |
| Year 2 | $6.16B | $5.28B |
| Year 3 | $6.72B | $5.34B |
| Year 4 | $7.34B | $5.39B |
| Year 5 | $8.01B | $5.45B |
| Year 6 | $8.74B | $5.51B |
| Year 7 | $9.54B | $5.57B |
| Year 8 | $10.41B | $5.62B |
| Year 9 | $11.36B | $5.68B |
| Year 10 | $12.39B | $5.74B |
| Terminal Value | $231.19B | $107.13B |
What Are LIN's Key Financial Metrics?
Earnings & Growth
Current Price
$478.38
EPS (TTM)
$15.50
Forward P/E
24.4
Profit Margin
20.4%
Cash & Balance Sheet
Free Cash Flow
4.7B
EBITDA
13.6B
Book Value
$83.37
Total Debt
26.3B
What Do Analysts Say About LIN?
Low
$400.00
Average
$547.08
High
$622.00
Upside
+14.4%
LIN Fair Value FAQ
What is the fair value of LIN?
Based on our composite model (DCF 35%, Graham 25%, PEG 25%, DDM 15%), LIN's estimated fair value is $221.84. The stock is currently trading at $478.38, which makes it overvalued by our analysis.
How is LIN's fair value calculated?
We use four valuation methods: Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Graham Number, PEG-based Fair Value, and Dividend Discount Model (for dividend-paying stocks). The composite score weights DCF at 35%, Graham and PEG at 25% each, and DDM at 15%. When a model can't be applied, its weight is redistributed proportionally.
Is LIN overvalued or undervalued?
Based on our analysis, LIN is overvalued. The current price of $478.38 is 53.6% above our estimated fair value of $221.84.
What do Wall Street analysts say about LIN?
25 analysts cover Linde plc with a consensus rating of "Buy." The average price target is $547.08, ranging from $400.00 to $622.00. This implies 14.4% upside from the current price.