PPG Industries Inc (PPG)vsSuzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR (SUZ)
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$105.50
+0.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.39B
SUZ
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR
$9.36
-0.74%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $11.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR generates 191% more annual revenue ($47.83B vs $16.42B). SUZ leads profitability with a 17.1% profit margin vs 9.6%. SUZ trades at a lower P/E of 7.1x. PPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
PPG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SUZ
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1.4%
Fair Value
$129.29
Current Price
$105.50
$23.79 premium
Margin of Safety
+48.1%
Fair Value
$21.54
Current Price
$9.36
$12.18 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 26.7%
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.5%
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 12.8%
Earnings declined 64.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : SUZ
The strongest argument for SUZ centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.1% and operating margin at 26.7%.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SUZ
The primary concerns for SUZ are Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.95 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PPG profiles as a value stock while SUZ is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
PPG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
PPG is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
SUZ generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPG scores higher overall (57/100 vs 54/100). SUZ offers better value entry with a 48.1% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · PAPER & PAPER PRODUCTS · USA
Suzano SA produces and sells eucalyptus pulp and paper products in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Salvador, Brazil.
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