PPG Industries Inc (PPG)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$113.80
+1.64%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.60B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$121.72
-4.32%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $57.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 487% more annual revenue ($16.12B vs $2.75B). WPM leads profitability with a 65.5% profit margin vs 9.8%. WPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
PPG
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
WPM
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-2.8%
Fair Value
$127.47
Current Price
$113.80
$13.67 premium
Margin of Safety
-54.1%
Fair Value
$79.55
Current Price
$121.72
$42.17 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 66 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.0%
Revenue surging 91.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 128.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 65.5% and operating margin at 75.0%. Revenue growth of 91.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PPG profiles as a value stock while WPM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 91.6% — sustainability is the question.
WPM generates stronger free cash flow (692M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (78/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 65.5% margins and 91.6% 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.
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.
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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