Alto Ingredients Inc (ALTO)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
ALTO
Alto Ingredients Inc
$5.71
+4.77%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $439.35M
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$112.98
+0.11%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $25.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 1660% more annual revenue ($16.12B vs $916.07M). PPG leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs 3.2%. ALTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ALTO
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
PPG
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+78.9%
Fair Value
$13.11
Current Price
$5.71
$7.40 discount
Margin of Safety
-2.5%
Fair Value
$127.77
Current Price
$112.98
$14.79 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.1%
Revenue declined 0.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALTO
The strongest argument for ALTO centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : ALTO
The primary concerns for ALTO are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PPG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.05 — expect wider price swings.
PPG is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
ALTO generates stronger free cash flow (3M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (58/100 vs 50/100). ALTO offers better value entry with a 78.9% 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.
Alto Ingredients Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Alto Ingredients, Inc. produces and markets specialty alcohols and essential ingredients in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sacramento, California.
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.
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