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Outperforming Basic Materials Leaves Few Bargains

Opportunities in green hydrogen could benefit industrial gas companies.

Kristoffer Inton

Apr 1, 2021

Mentioned: DuPont de Nemours Inc (DD) , Air Products & Chemicals Inc (APD) , Compass Minerals International Inc (CMP)

The Morningstar US Basic Materials Index outperformed the broader market during the first quarter of 2021 by 615 basis points.

U.S. materials index versus U.S. equity index - source: Morningstar

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Kristoffer Inton does not own (actual or beneficial) shares in any of the securities mentioned above. Find out about Morningstar’s editorial policies.

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