Jewett-Cameron Trading Company Ltd. (JCTC)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
JCTC
Jewett-Cameron Trading Company Ltd.
$2.80
+1.08%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.98M
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$117.16
-1.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 41563% more annual revenue ($16.42B vs $39.41M). PPG leads profitability with a 9.6% profit margin vs -20.9%. JCTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.42. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
JCTC
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
PPG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.4%
Fair Value
$3.59
Current Price
$2.80
$0.79 discount
Margin of Safety
-0.9%
Fair Value
$129.80
Current Price
$117.16
$12.64 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -41.2% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.5%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JCTC
The strongest argument for JCTC centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.42 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 : JCTC
The primary concerns for JCTC are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JCTC profiles as a turnaround stock while PPG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PPG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
PPG is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
JCTC generates stronger free cash flow (3M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (57/100 vs 42/100). JCTC offers better value entry with a 45.4% margin of safety. 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.
Jewett-Cameron Trading Company Ltd.
BASIC MATERIALS · LUMBER & WOOD PRODUCTION · USA
Jewett-Cameron Trading Company Ltd., engages in the manufacturing and distribution of specialty metal products and wholesale distribution of wood products to home centers, eCommerce providers, on-line direct consumers, and other retailers. The company is headquartered in North Plains, Oregon.
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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