Minerals Technologies Inc (MTX)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
MTX
Minerals Technologies Inc
$61.64
-0.77%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.93B
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$122.35
-2.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $27.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 669% more annual revenue ($16.69B vs $2.17B). PPG leads profitability with a 9.4% profit margin vs -3.1%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.71. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
MTX
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
PPG
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.6%
Fair Value
$85.82
Current Price
$61.64
$24.18 discount
Margin of Safety
+0.2%
Fair Value
$131.34
Current Price
$122.35
$8.99 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.1% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MTX
The strongest argument for MTX centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : MTX
The primary concerns for MTX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTX profiles as a turnaround stock while PPG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
PPG is growing revenue faster at 6.6% — sustainability is the question.
PPG generates stronger free cash flow (411M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (56/100 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.
Minerals Technologies Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Minerals Technologies Inc. develops, produces and markets a variety of specialty mineral, synthetic mineral and mineral products, and supporting systems and services. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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