Nexa Resources SA (NEXA)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
NEXA
Nexa Resources SA
$13.05
-13.29%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.63B
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$113.80
+1.64%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 394% more annual revenue ($16.12B vs $3.26B). PPG leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs 6.4%. NEXA trades at a lower P/E of 7.8x. NEXA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
NEXA
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
PPG
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-54.0%
Fair Value
$8.04
Current Price
$13.05
$5.01 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 41.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 654.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.4% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NEXA
The strongest argument for NEXA centers on P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 41.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : NEXA
The primary concerns for NEXA are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEXA profiles as a hypergrowth 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.
NEXA is growing revenue faster at 41.7% — sustainability is the question.
NEXA generates stronger free cash flow (-127M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEXA scores higher overall (72/100 vs 58/100) and 41.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Nexa Resources SA
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Nexa Resources SA is dedicated to the zinc mining and smelting business. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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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