Minerals Technologies Inc (MTX)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
MTX
Minerals Technologies Inc
$79.63
-1.13%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.44B
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$123.24
+1.64%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 658% more annual revenue ($16.12B vs $2.13B). PPG leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs 7.6%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.84. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
MTX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
PPG
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.3%
Fair Value
$85.54
Current Price
$79.63
$5.91 discount
Margin of Safety
-2.8%
Fair Value
$127.47
Current Price
$123.24
$4.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
7.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 28.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MTX
The strongest argument for MTX centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 11.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : MTX
The primary concerns for MTX are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
MTX is growing revenue faster at 11.2% — sustainability is the question.
MTX generates stronger free cash flow (9M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (58/100 vs 54/100). 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.
Minerals Technologies Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Minerals Technologies Inc. develops, produces and markets a variety of specialty mineral, synthetic mineral and mineral products, and supporting systems and services. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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