Baidu Inc (BIDU)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
BIDU
Baidu Inc
$141.05
+0.84%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $47.59B
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$109.61
+0.62%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baidu Inc generates 701% more annual revenue ($129.08B vs $16.12B). PPG leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs 4.3%. BIDU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.72. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
BIDU
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
PPG
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BIDU.
Margin of Safety
+16.0%
Fair Value
$155.95
Current Price
$109.61
$46.34 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
4.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Weak financial health signals
4.2% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BIDU
The strongest argument for BIDU centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.72 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BIDU
The primary concerns for BIDU are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 81.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are 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.
BIDU generates stronger free cash flow (88M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (60/100 vs 46/100). 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.
Baidu Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · China
Baidu, Inc. provides Internet search services primarily in China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.
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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