Alberto Nicoletti @Cipino90: "🌬️ Why $AI.PA remains my..."

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🌬️ Why $AI.PA (Air Liquide SA) remains my "Core" holding in 2026 While most are chasing the latest AI hype, I’m betting on the intelligence of molecules. Air Liquide ($AI.PA) continues to prove why it is the ultimate benchmark for European industrial resilience. Here is my 2026 update on why this "boring" stock is actually a powerhouse. 🚀 Beyond the "ADVANCE" Plan We are now in the heart of Air Liquide's strategic cycle. They haven't just met their decarbonization targets; they’ve mastered the art of maintaining high margins despite the energy price shifts of the last two years. 📊 The 2026 Financial Deep-Dive Pricing Power: Their ability to pass inflation costs to customers is unmatched. We are seeing operating margins expanding toward their +160bps target. The Hydrogen Reality: It’s no longer a "future bet." The Energy Transition division is now a significant net contributor to cash flow as heavy industry scales up its green shift. Efficiency: With a consistent ROCE > 10\%, they remain masters at reinvesting capital for shareholder growth. 💎 The "French Secret": Free Shares & Compounding For my international friends who might not know: Air Liquide has a legendary tradition of distributing 1 free share for every 10 held (usually every 2 years). Combined with a dividend that has grown for over 30 years, the "Yield on Cost" for long-term holders is incredible. 🔍 Technical View In a volatile market, Air Liquide acts as a natural hedge. With a Beta < 1, it provides the stability needed to balance a tech-heavy portfolio. The stock has consolidated beautifully above its 2024/2025 highs, showing a very healthy long-term trend. Bottom Line: In a world demanding lower emissions and higher industrial efficiency, those who control the gases control the game. Staying LONG with high conviction. What about you? Are you playing the volatility game or building a foundation with industrial giants? Let’s discuss in the comments! 👇 $AI.PA $BTC $NVDA (NVIDIA Corporation)

Not investment advice. The author may have financial interests in the mentioned instruments.

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