PPG Industries Inc (PPG)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$122.35
-2.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $27.48B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$280.18
-1.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $36.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 108% more annual revenue ($16.69B vs $8.01B). VMC leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 9.4%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.71. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
PPG
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
VMC
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+0.2%
Fair Value
$131.34
Current Price
$122.35
$8.99 discount
Margin of Safety
-84.5%
Fair Value
$173.32
Current Price
$280.18
$106.86 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.1% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 4.7%
Earnings declined 0.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : VMC
The strongest argument for VMC centers on Operating Margin.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PPG profiles as a value stock while VMC is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VMC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
PPG is growing revenue faster at 6.6% — sustainability is the question.
PPG generates stronger free cash flow (411M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (56/100 vs 47/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Vulcan Materials Company
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) is an American company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It is principally engaged in the production, distribution and sale of construction materials.
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