Koppers Holdings Inc (KOP)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
KOP
Koppers Holdings Inc
$42.08
+1.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $759.87M
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$118.44
+4.41%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 767% more annual revenue ($16.42B vs $1.89B). PPG leads profitability with a 9.6% profit margin vs -4.6%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
KOP
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
PPG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.1%
Fair Value
$35.67
Current Price
$42.08
$6.41 discount
Margin of Safety
-1.9%
Fair Value
$128.53
Current Price
$118.44
$10.09 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
3.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -22.4% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KOP
The strongest argument for KOP centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : KOP
The primary concerns for KOP are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.59 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KOP profiles as a turnaround stock while PPG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KOP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — 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 41/100). 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.
Koppers Holdings Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Koppers Holdings Inc. offers treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals, and carbon compounds in the United States, Australasia, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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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