Oil-Dri Corporation Of America (ODC)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
ODC
Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
$71.45
-2.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.10B
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$119.52
-0.40%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 3225% more annual revenue ($16.42B vs $493.84M). ODC leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 9.6%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.62. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ODC
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
PPG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.1%
Fair Value
$54.18
Current Price
$71.45
$17.27 premium
Margin of Safety
-1.9%
Fair Value
$128.53
Current Price
$119.52
$9.01 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
3.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ODC
The strongest argument for ODC centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : ODC
The primary concerns for ODC are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PPG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.05 — expect wider price swings.
PPG is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
PPG generates stronger free cash flow (446M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (57/100 vs 53/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Oil-Dri Corporation of America, develops, manufactures and markets absorbent products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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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