The Allstate Corporation (ALL)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
ALL
The Allstate Corporation
$207.31
-0.22%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $53.37B
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$103.42
+1.31%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Allstate Corporation generates 326% more annual revenue ($67.68B vs $15.88B). ALL leads profitability with a 15.2% profit margin vs 9.9%. ALL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.45. ALL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
ALL
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
PPG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+88.5%
Fair Value
$1781.21
Current Price
$207.31
$1573.90 discount
Margin of Safety
-182.2%
Fair Value
$46.44
Current Price
$103.42
$56.98 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Earnings expanding 103.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Earnings declined 10.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALL
The strongest argument for ALL centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.2% and operating margin at 29.0%. PEG of 0.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.26 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ALL
No major red flags identified for ALL, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALL profiles as a mature stock while PPG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PPG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
ALL is growing revenue faster at 5.1% — sustainability is the question.
ALL generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ALL scores higher overall (87/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 15.2% margins. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
The Allstate Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Allstate Corporation is an American insurance company, headquartered in Northfield Township, Illinois.
Visit Website →PPG Industries Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
PPG Industries, Inc. is an American Fortune 500 company and global supplier of paints, coatings, and specialty materials. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, PPG operates in more than 70 countries around the globe.
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