Aemetis Inc (AMTX)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
AMTX
Aemetis Inc
$2.01
-0.99%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $145.06M
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$105.50
+0.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 7034% more annual revenue ($16.42B vs $230.17M). PPG leads profitability with a 9.6% profit margin vs -26.1%. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
AMTX
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
PPG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.1%
Fair Value
$3.46
Current Price
$2.01
$1.45 discount
Margin of Safety
-1.4%
Fair Value
$129.29
Current Price
$105.50
$23.79 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMTX
The strongest argument for AMTX centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : AMTX
The primary concerns for AMTX are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMTX profiles as a growth stock while PPG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.47 — expect wider price swings.
AMTX is growing revenue faster at 20.0% — sustainability is the question.
PPG generates stronger free cash flow (446M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (57/100 vs 33/100). AMTX offers better value entry with a 56.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Aemetis Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Aemetis, Inc. is a biochemical and renewable natural gas and fuels company in North America and India. The company is headquartered in Cupertino, 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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