PPG Industries Inc (PPG)vsWD-40 Company (WDFC)
PPG
PPG Industries Inc
$105.50
+0.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.39B
WDFC
WD-40 Company
$194.82
-2.12%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PPG Industries Inc generates 2334% more annual revenue ($16.42B vs $674.68M). WDFC leads profitability with a 13.2% profit margin vs 9.6%. PPG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. WDFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
PPG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
WDFC
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
-77.3%
Fair Value
$133.16
Current Price
$194.82
$61.66 premium
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
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 20.7%
Revenue surging 24.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 45.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PPG
The strongest argument for PPG centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : WDFC
The strongest argument for WDFC centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 24.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PPG
The primary concerns for PPG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WDFC
The primary concerns for WDFC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PPG profiles as a value stock while WDFC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PPG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
WDFC is growing revenue faster at 24.3% — sustainability is the question.
PPG generates stronger free cash flow (446M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WDFC scores higher overall (67/100 vs 57/100) and 24.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
WD-40 Company
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
WD-40 Company develops and sells maintenance products and cleaning and home care products in America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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