Olin Corporation (OLN)vsPPG Industries Inc (PPG)
OLN
Olin Corporation
$24.54
-1.56%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.86B
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$113.80
+1.64%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 140% more annual revenue ($16.12B vs $6.72B). PPG leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs -2.8%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.82. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
OLN
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
PPG
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OLN.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -7.3% — 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 : OLN
The strongest argument for OLN centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : OLN
The primary concerns for OLN are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.87 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
OLN profiles as a turnaround stock while PPG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
PPG is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
OLN generates stronger free cash flow (-92M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (58/100 vs 37/100). 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.
Olin Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Olin Corporation manufactures and distributes chemical products in the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Clayton, Missouri.
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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