Huntsman Corporation (HUN)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
HUN
Huntsman Corporation
$14.21
-0.35%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.69B
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$113.80
+1.64%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 183% more annual revenue ($16.12B vs $5.69B). PPG leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs -5.8%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.82. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
HUN
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
PPG
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.6%
Fair Value
$11.47
Current Price
$14.21
$2.74 premium
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.7% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HUN
The strongest argument for HUN centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : HUN
The primary concerns for HUN are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
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.
PPG is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
HUN generates stronger free cash flow (-91M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (58/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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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