Quaker Chemical Corporation (KWR)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
KWR
Quaker Chemical Corporation
$140.69
0.00%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.51B
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$113.80
+1.64%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 737% more annual revenue ($16.12B vs $1.93B). PPG leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs 0.2%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.82. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
KWR
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
PPG
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-19.2%
Fair Value
$149.15
Current Price
$140.69
$8.46 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
Earnings expanding 54.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.2% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KWR
The strongest argument for KWR centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : KWR
The primary concerns for KWR are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. A P/E of 555.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
KWR is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
KWR generates stronger free cash flow (-4M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
KWR scores higher overall (58/100 vs 58/100). 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.
Quaker Chemical Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Quaker Chemical Corporation develops, produces and markets a variety of specialty chemicals formulated for a wide range of heavy manufacturing and industrial applications. The company is headquartered in Conshohocken, 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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