American Resources Corp Class A (AREC)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
AREC
American Resources Corp Class A
$2.11
-11.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $275.99M
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$113.80
+1.64%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 16964017% more annual revenue ($16.12B vs $95,030). PPG leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs 0.0%. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
AREC
Avoid20
out of 100
Grade: F
PPG
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AREC.
Margin of Safety
-2.7%
Fair Value
$127.61
Current Price
$113.80
$13.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 147 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AREC
The strongest argument for AREC centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : AREC
The primary concerns for AREC are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AREC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
PPG is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
AREC generates stronger free cash flow (-12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COKING COAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (58/100 vs 20/100). 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.
American Resources Corp Class A
BASIC MATERIALS · COKING COAL · USA
American Resources Corporation supplies raw materials for the global infrastructure market. The company is headquartered in Fishers, Indiana.
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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