Flexible Solutions International Inc (FSI)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
FSI
Flexible Solutions International Inc
$6.05
+0.17%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.29M
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$103.96
-1.42%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 46051% more annual revenue ($16.42B vs $35.58M). PPG leads profitability with a 9.6% profit margin vs -8.8%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
FSI
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
PPG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-25.4%
Fair Value
$4.76
Current Price
$6.05
$1.29 premium
Margin of Safety
-1.6%
Fair Value
$128.91
Current Price
$103.96
$24.95 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 50.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSI
The strongest argument for FSI centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : FSI
The primary concerns for FSI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSI profiles as a turnaround stock while PPG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.75 — expect wider price swings.
PPG is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
PPG generates stronger free cash flow (446M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (57/100 vs 31/100). 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.
Flexible Solutions International Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Flexible Solutions International, Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets specialty chemicals that slow the evaporation of water in Canada, the United States, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Taber, Canada.
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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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