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PPG Industries Inc (PPG) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

PPG Industries Inc stock (PPG) is currently trading at $97.22. PPG Industries Inc PE ratio is 14.23. PPG Industries Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 1.37. Analyst consensus price target for PPG is $124.80. WallStSmart rates PPG as Hold.

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PPG Industries Inc

NYSEBASIC MATERIALS
$97.22
$1.16 (-1.18%)
52W$87.92
$132.67
Target$124.80+28.4%

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PPG Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · PPG Industries Inc (PPG)

Margin of Safety
-182.2%
Significantly Overvalued
PPG Fair Value
$46.44
Graham Formula
Current Price
$97.22
$50.78 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $46.44
Overvalued
Price $97.22
Graham IV $46.44
Analyst $124.80

PPG trades 182% above its Graham fair value of $46.44, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

PPG Industries Inc (PPG) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in market cap, peg ratio, return on equity. Concerns around eps growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

PPG Industries Inc (PPG) Key Strengths (5)

Avg Score: 8.8/10
Institutional Own.Quality
91.42%10/10

91.42% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$21.76B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

Return on EquityProfitability
21.10%9/10

Every $100 of equity generates $21 in profit

PEG RatioValuation
1.268/10

Good growth relative to its price

Price/SalesValuation
1.378/10

Paying $1.37 for every $1 of annual revenue

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
14.23
Undervalued
Forward P/E
12.39
Attractive
Trailing P/E
14.23
Undervalued
Price/Sales (TTM)
1.371
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
1.744
Undervalued

PPG Industries Inc (PPG) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 3.6/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
-0.10%0/10

Earnings declining -0.10%, profits shrinking

Operating MarginProfitability
11.10%4/10

Thin operating margins with cost pressures present

Revenue GrowthGrowth
5.00%4/10

Modest revenue growth at 5.00%

Profit MarginProfitability
9.93%4/10

Thin profit margins with limited profitability

Price/BookValuation
2.776/10

Fairly priced relative to book value

PPG Industries Inc (PPG) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 61/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 8.8/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 3.6/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Institutional Own., Market Cap, Return on Equity. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.26), Price/Sales (1.37) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 21.10%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Some valuation metrics including Price/Book (2.77) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 5.00%, EPS Growth at -0.10%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 11.10%, Profit Margin at 9.93%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 21.10% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 5.00% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Institutional Own., Market Cap) and negatives (EPS Growth, Operating Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for PPG Industries Inc (PPG) · BASIC MATERIALSSPECIALTY CHEMICALS

The Big Picture

PPG Industries Inc is in a high-growth phase, prioritizing rapid expansion over margins. Revenue reached 15.9B with 500% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 9.9%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.

Key Findings

Strong Revenue Growth

Revenue growing at 500% YoY, reaching 15.9B. This pace significantly outperforms most SPECIALTY CHEMICALS peers.

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 2110.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

What to Watch Next

Margin expansion: can PPG Industries Inc push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?

Growth sustainability: can PPG Industries Inc maintain 500%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Sector dynamics: monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact PPG Industries Inc.

Bottom Line

PPG Industries Inc is a high-conviction growth story with revenue accelerating at 500% while profitability is still developing. For growth-oriented investors, the trajectory is compelling. For value investors, the thin 9.9% margins and premium valuation suggest patience until the unit economics mature further.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About PPG Industries Inc(PPG)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

BASIC MATERIALS

Industry

SPECIALTY CHEMICALS

Country

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.