H B Fuller Company (FUL)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
FUL
H B Fuller Company
$51.60
-0.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.79B
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$105.50
+0.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 368% more annual revenue ($16.42B vs $3.51B). PPG leads profitability with a 9.6% profit margin vs 5.3%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. FUL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FUL
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
PPG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-15.6%
Fair Value
$57.89
Current Price
$51.60
$6.29 premium
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 61.8% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
5.3% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FUL
The strongest argument for FUL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : FUL
The primary concerns for FUL are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PPG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — 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.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FUL scores higher overall (64/100 vs 57/100). 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.
H B Fuller Company
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
HB Fuller Company formulates, manufactures and markets adhesives, sealants, coatings, polymers, tapes, encapsulants, additives and other specialty chemicals worldwide. The company is headquartered in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
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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