Hecla Mining Company (HL)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
HL
Hecla Mining Company
$19.78
-1.20%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $13.74B
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$105.50
+0.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 842% more annual revenue ($16.42B vs $1.74B). HL leads profitability with a 19.2% profit margin vs 9.6%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. HL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
HL
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
PPG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+15.1%
Fair Value
$24.56
Current Price
$19.78
$4.78 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
Strong operational efficiency at 44.3%
Revenue surging 52.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 92.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HL
The strongest argument for HL centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.2% and operating margin at 44.3%. Revenue growth of 52.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : HL
The primary concerns for HL are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HL profiles as a growth stock while PPG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
HL is growing revenue faster at 52.4% — sustainability is the question.
PPG generates stronger free cash flow (446M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HL scores higher overall (71/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 19.2% margins and 52.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Hecla Mining Company
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING · USA
Hecla Mining Company discovers, acquires, develops and produces precious and base metal properties in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
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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