Alto Ingredients Inc (ALTO)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
ALTO
Alto Ingredients Inc
$3.69
+1.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $289.33M
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$104.33
-1.59%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 1641% more annual revenue ($16.42B vs $943.33M). PPG leads profitability with a 9.6% profit margin vs 5.5%. ALTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. ALTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ALTO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
PPG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+78.9%
Fair Value
$13.14
Current Price
$3.69
$9.45 discount
Margin of Safety
-1.5%
Fair Value
$129.11
Current Price
$104.33
$24.78 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
Earnings declined 66.2%
Earnings declined 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALTO
The strongest argument for ALTO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.49 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ALTO
The primary concerns for ALTO are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PPG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
ALTO is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
PPG generates stronger free cash flow (446M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ALTO scores higher overall (61/100 vs 59/100) and 12.5% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Alto Ingredients Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Alto Ingredients, Inc. produces and markets specialty alcohols and essential ingredients in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sacramento, California.
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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