Dow Inc (DOW)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
DOW
Dow Inc
$29.03
-2.06%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.36B
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$105.50
+0.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dow Inc generates 152% more annual revenue ($41.32B vs $16.42B). PPG leads profitability with a 9.6% profit margin vs -3.1%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
DOW
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
PPG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-17.6%
Fair Value
$28.91
Current Price
$29.03
$0.12 premium
Margin of Safety
-1.4%
Fair Value
$129.29
Current Price
$105.50
$23.79 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.7% revenue growth
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 73.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DOW
The strongest argument for DOW centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : DOW
The primary concerns for DOW are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DOW profiles as a growth stock while PPG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PPG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
DOW is growing revenue faster at 19.7% — sustainability is the question.
DOW generates stronger free cash flow (699M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (57/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Dow Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Dow Inc. is an American commodity chemical company. The company is headquartered in Midland, Michigan.
Visit Website →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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