Huntsman Corporation (HUN)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
HUN
Huntsman Corporation
$9.54
+0.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.68B
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$105.50
+0.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 178% more annual revenue ($16.42B vs $5.90B). PPG leads profitability with a 9.6% profit margin vs -3.0%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
HUN
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
PPG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-18.9%
Fair Value
$11.83
Current Price
$9.54
$2.29 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 20.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HUN
The strongest argument for HUN centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 14.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : HUN
The primary concerns for HUN are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HUN profiles as a turnaround stock while PPG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PPG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
HUN is growing revenue faster at 14.1% — sustainability is the question.
PPG generates stronger free cash flow (446M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (57/100 vs 55/100). 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.
Huntsman Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Huntsman Corporation manufactures and sells differentiated organic chemicals globally. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.
Visit Website →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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