PPG Industries Inc (PPG)vsStepan Company (SCL)
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$113.80
+1.64%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.60B
SCL
Stepan Company
$51.28
-0.52%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 588% more annual revenue ($16.12B vs $2.34B). PPG leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs -0.6%. SCL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.75. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
PPG
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
SCL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-2.7%
Fair Value
$127.61
Current Price
$113.80
$13.81 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 49.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.9% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : SCL
The strongest argument for SCL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SCL
The primary concerns for SCL are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PPG profiles as a value stock while SCL is a turnaround 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.
SCL generates stronger free cash flow (-14M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (58/100 vs 53/100). 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.
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.
Stepan Company
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Stepan Company produces and sells specialty and intermediate chemicals to other manufacturers for use in various end products in North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Northfield, Illinois.
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