PPG Industries Inc (PPG)vsSuzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR (SUZ)
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$113.80
+1.64%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.60B
SUZ
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR
$8.18
+1.87%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR generates 207% more annual revenue ($49.53B vs $16.12B). SUZ leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs 9.8%. SUZ trades at a lower P/E of 4.6x. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
PPG
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
SUZ
Buy57
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
Margin of Safety
+50.8%
Fair Value
$22.71
Current Price
$8.18
$14.53 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Revenue declined 5.1%
Earnings declined 31.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : SUZ
The strongest argument for SUZ centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 16.7%.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SUZ
The primary concerns for SUZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 2.03 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PPG profiles as a value stock while SUZ is a declining 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.
SUZ generates stronger free cash flow (-102M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (58/100 vs 57/100). SUZ offers better value entry with a 50.8% margin of safety. 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.
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · PAPER & PAPER PRODUCTS · USA
Suzano SA produces and sells eucalyptus pulp and paper products in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Salvador, Brazil.
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