PPG Industries Inc (PPG)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$105.45
+0.45%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.39B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$71.80
+4.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 144% more annual revenue ($16.42B vs $6.73B). SQM leads profitability with a 20.6% profit margin vs 9.6%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.37. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
PPG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SQM
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1.4%
Fair Value
$129.29
Current Price
$105.45
$23.84 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 48.8%
Revenue surging 136.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 646.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.5%
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.6% and operating margin at 48.8%. Revenue growth of 136.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SQM
No major red flags identified for SQM, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PPG profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PPG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 136.7% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (761M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (83/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 20.6% margins and 136.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sociedad Qumica y Minera de Chile SA produces and distributes specialty plant nutrients, iodine and its derivatives, lithium and its derivatives, potassium chloride and sulfate, industrial chemicals and other products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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