Ingevity Corp (NGVT)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
NGVT
Ingevity Corp
$65.99
-0.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.50B
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$113.80
+1.64%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 1269% more annual revenue ($16.12B vs $1.18B). PPG leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs -10.8%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.82. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
NGVT
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
PPG
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-64.8%
Fair Value
$45.46
Current Price
$65.99
$20.53 premium
Margin of Safety
-2.7%
Fair Value
$127.61
Current Price
$113.80
$13.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 199.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 26.7%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.1% revenue growth
Trading at 58.9x book value
ROE of -328.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NGVT
The strongest argument for NGVT centers on EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : NGVT
The primary concerns for NGVT are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 32.00 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NGVT profiles as a turnaround stock while PPG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NGVT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
PPG is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
NGVT generates stronger free cash flow (-12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (58/100 vs 47/100). 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.
Ingevity Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Ingevity Corporation manufactures and sells specialty chemicals and activated carbon materials in North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and South America. The company is headquartered in North Charleston, South Carolina.
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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