Sharemaestro company-news research for PPG Industries Inc (PPG), showing current tone, evidence confidence, direct company coverage, sector and industry context, completed price response and the source headlines used on the page. Scores describe published news evidence. Confidence describes the amount, freshness, source breadth and direct company relevance of that evidence. Price context is shown separately.

NYSE United States Measured evidence

Company news sentiment

Latest PPG news and sentiment

PPG Industries Inc

Company headlines from the last 30 days, weighted by freshness, relevance, publisher quality and the strength of the wording. Price is shown separately.

30-day score55Neutral is 50
Balanced news tone 35/100 evidence confidence 92% direct company focus 59 current stories across 7 publishers
Latest weekly closeUSD 112.53week of 4 Sep 2026
Main news subjectEarnings80/100 share of current news
News data statusPartial70 duplicate stories removed

Current company news

Balanced news tone

The score uses 59 current company stories from 7 publishers.

Observed headline tone59/100 Published 30-day score55/100

Older, less relevant and less reliable stories count for less. Confidence is shown separately.

Latest source headline PPG Industries' ONE RANGE Portfolio Simplifies Marine Maintenance finance.yahoo.com ยท 04 Sep 2026 16:19

What supports the score

Direct evidence

59 current stories are mapped specifically to PPG.

Source breadth

The score uses 7 publishers rather than depending on one outlet.

Story agreement

The current stories agree at 90/100.

What limits the score

No major limit stands out.

55/100
News scoreBalanced news tone
35/100
Confidencethin evidence
92%/100
Company news59 company stories
90/100
Story agreement10/100 difference

News history

Daily score and story count over 30 days

Daily weighted evidence
08 Aug: 1 stories09 Aug: 1 stories10 Aug: 2 stories11 Aug: 1 stories12 Aug: 2 stories16 Aug: 1 stories17 Aug: 6 stories18 Aug: 7 stories19 Aug: 5 stories20 Aug: 2 stories21 Aug: 1 stories22 Aug: 1 stories23 Aug: 1 stories24 Aug: 2 stories25 Aug: 5 stories26 Aug: 2 stories27 Aug: 1 stories28 Aug: 1 stories29 Aug: 3 stories31 Aug: 2 stories01 Sep: 4 stories02 Sep: 3 stories04 Sep: 1 stories 08 Aug: tone 56, 1 stories09 Aug: tone 57, 1 stories10 Aug: tone 55, 2 stories11 Aug: tone 68, 1 stories12 Aug: tone 20, 2 stories16 Aug: tone 50, 1 stories17 Aug: tone 61, 6 stories18 Aug: tone 53, 7 stories19 Aug: tone 52, 5 stories20 Aug: tone 48, 2 stories21 Aug: tone 61, 1 stories22 Aug: tone 64, 1 stories23 Aug: tone 64, 1 stories24 Aug: tone 57, 2 stories25 Aug: tone 66, 5 stories26 Aug: tone 62, 2 stories27 Aug: tone 45, 1 stories28 Aug: tone 50, 1 stories29 Aug: tone 59, 3 stories31 Aug: tone 60, 2 stories01 Sep: tone 48, 4 stories02 Sep: tone 53, 3 stories04 Sep: tone 50, 1 stories 95505
08 Aug23 Aug06 Sep
News scoreStory count50 baseline

Confidence

How reliable the score is

Separate from direction

Confidence uses the amount of news, separate publishers, direct company relevance, freshness and agreement. A high or low score is not automatically reliable.

Amount of evidence20
1.008 after freshness weighting
Source breadth100
7 independent publishers
Company relevance92
share tied directly to this company
Freshness24
recency-weighted evidence
Agreement90
how closely stories agree
Publisher mix34
less reliance on one publisher

Price and news history

Weekly price and news-score history

Balanced read

News tone and price action are not far from neutral.

26 completed price weeks11 comparable news-score weeks
One scoring method across the chart.Stored company headlines are recalculated at each weekly point with the current 30-day freshness weighting. Old published snapshots are left unchanged.
13 Mar 2026: close 101.224236, indexed 100.020 Mar 2026: close 96.584751, indexed 95.427 Mar 2026: close 103.141625, indexed 101.903 Apr 2026: close 102.565415, indexed 101.310 Apr 2026: close 109.609088, indexed 108.317 Apr 2026: close 114.099554, indexed 112.724 Apr 2026: close 109.082551, indexed 107.801 May 2026: close 106.807514, indexed 105.508 May 2026: close 108.893793, indexed 107.615 May 2026: close 102.64, indexed 101.422 May 2026: close 107.78, indexed 106.529 May 2026: close 112.98, indexed 111.605 Jun 2026: close 113.8, indexed 112.412 Jun 2026: close 119.34, indexed 117.919 Jun 2026: close 118.25, indexed 116.826 Jun 2026: close 123.24, indexed 121.703 Jul 2026: close 125.33, indexed 123.810 Jul 2026: close 116.016562, indexed 114.617 Jul 2026: close 116.612741, indexed 115.224 Jul 2026: close 115.261401, indexed 113.931 Jul 2026: close 109.816293, indexed 108.507 Aug 2026: close 118.957715, indexed 117.514 Aug 2026: close 114.11, indexed 112.721 Aug 2026: close 113.63, indexed 112.328 Aug 2026: close 114.22, indexed 112.804 Sep 2026: close 112.53, indexed 111.2 26 Jun 2026: news score 50, close 123.24, 2 stories5003 Jul 2026: news score 50, close 125.33, 5 stories10 Jul 2026: news score 50, close 116.016562, 9 stories5017 Jul 2026: news score 55, close 116.612741, 17 stories24 Jul 2026: news score 55, close 115.261401, 33 stories5531 Jul 2026: news score 56, close 109.816293, 59 stories07 Aug 2026: news score 55, close 118.957715, 69 stories5514 Aug 2026: news score 50, close 114.11, 74 stories21 Aug 2026: news score 53, close 113.63, 80 stories5328 Aug 2026: news score 57, close 114.22, 67 stories04 Sep 2026: news score 54, close 112.53, 60 stories54 Price index 127.2 109.6 92.0 News score 100 50 0
13 Mar09 Jun04 Sep
Weekly close, indexedSentiment score
26-week price+11.2%latest close 112.53
News score change+4first to latest comparable week
One-week response+0.5%Price digesting
Fair-value position-1.7%Near fair-value range
WeekNews scoreCloseWeekly move
04 Sep 202654USD 112.53-1.5%
28 Aug 202657USD 114.22+0.5%
21 Aug 202653USD 113.63-0.4%
14 Aug 202650USD 114.11-4.1%
07 Aug 202655USD 118.957715+8.3%
31 Jul 202656USD 109.816293-4.7%
24 Jul 202655USD 115.261401-1.2%
17 Jul 202655USD 116.612741+0.5%

News subjects

What is shaping the score

Earnings
Earnings5534 stories ยท 58%
Market update5017 stories ยท 29%
Analyst action635 stories ยท 8%
Deals and strategy643 stories ยท 5%

Source mix

Where the evidence comes from

34/100 independence
MarketBeat6121 stories ยท 36%
Stock Titan548 stories ยท 14%
MarketWatch404 stories ยท 7%
PPG Industries504 stories ยท 7%
Simply Wall St.433 stories ยท 5%
MT Newswires662 stories ยท 3%
Zacks552 stories ยท 3%

Recurring subjects

Subjects appearing most often

Current evidence
Earnings39Manufacturing36Financial Markets34Finance34Economy Macro6Earnings Growth3Dividends3Share Price2Real Estate2Marine Coatings2

Earlier readings

How the score has changed

52 comparable readings ยท 69 days
Past and present use the same method.Each point recalculates the previous 30 days of stored company headlines with today's scoring rules. The original stored snapshots remain unchanged.
Comparable move+450 to 54 ยท Strengthening
Observed range50โ€“5850 is the neutral baseline
Evidence depth56stories at latest stored reading ยท +53
Confidence30/100Provisional ยท +4
29 Jun50 neutral06 Sep 17:26
ConstructiveBalanced or withheldCautious

Changes in the stored score

Scores are rebuilt from stored headlines with the current 30-day method. Days with no change are collapsed.

ObservedScoreMoveConfidenceStoriesStatus
06 Sep 17:2654+030/100 (-3)56 (-4)Provisional
04 Sep 23:5954-133/100 (-5)60 (-6)Measured
02 Sep 23:5955+038/100 (-4)66 (0)Measured
01 Sep 23:5955-242/100 (+2)66 (+4)Measured
31 Aug 23:5957+040/100 (-3)62 (+1)Measured
29 Aug 23:5957+043/100 (+3)61 (-6)Measured
28 Aug 23:5957-140/100 (-3)67 (-8)Measured
27 Aug 23:5958+043/100 (-4)75 (-5)Measured

Source headlines

The news behind the score

Showing 1-30 of 59

Only company-specific stories enter this score. The latest 30 days are shown newest first, with newer stories weighted more heavily and duplicate coverage combined.

#1Not directional
finance.yahoo.comDirect company coverageStored article

PPG Industries' ONE RANGE Portfolio Simplifies Marine Maintenance

PPG Industries, Inc. PPG recently introduced the PPG ONE RANGE portfolio of five one-component marine coatings, designed to simplify onboard fleet maintenance and help crews complete projects more efficiently. SMM 2026 maritime industry trade fair in Hamburg, Germany, will witness the launch of these ready-to-use solutions, eliminating the requirement for mixing and reducing application complexity. The portfolio is comprised of waterborne, alkyd and polyurethane technologies for a broad range of interior and exterior maintenance applications. The coatings also incorporate technologies designed

Basic MaterialsEarningsMarine Coatings
Published
04 Sep 2026 16:19
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
The headline reports news without a clear direction
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 0.5d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#2Not directional
ZacksDirect company coverageStored article

PPG Industries (PPG) Could Be a Great Choice

Whether it's through stocks, bonds, ETFs, or other types of securities, all investors love seeing their portfolios score big returns. However, when you're an income investor, your primary focus is generating consistent cash flow from each of your liquid investments. While cash flow can come from bond interest or interest from other types of investments, income investors hone in on dividends. A dividend is the distribution of a company's earnings paid out to shareholders; it's often viewed by its dividend yield, a metric that measures a dividend as a percent of the current stock price. Many aca

Basic MaterialsChemical SpecialtyDividendsEarningsEarnings GrowthEarnings Per Share
Published
02 Sep 2026 15:45
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
The headline reports news without a clear direction
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 2.5d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#3Not directional
PPG IndustriesDirect company coverageStored article

PPG completes COLORFUL COMMUNITIES project at kindergarten serving children with special educational needs in Poland

PPG completed a "Colorful Communities" project at Integration Kindergarten No. 2 in Cieszyn, Poland, which serves children with special educational needs. The project involved over 50 volunteers and a $70,000 grant from PPG, along with paint donations, to renovate classrooms and communal areas, and create nature-inspired murals. This initiative aimed to create a more inspiring and inclusive environment for the 80 children attending the kindergarten.

Economy FiscalManufacturing
Published
02 Sep 2026 13:11
News subject
Market update
Why this score
The headline reports news without a clear direction
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 2.6d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#4Not directional
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article

Empowered Funds LLC Makes New $3.34 Million Investment in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG

Empowered Funds LLC has made a new $3.34 million investment in PPG Industries, acquiring 27,527 shares during the second quarter. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their holdings in the company. PPG Industries reported quarterly revenue of $4.50 billion, a 7.2% year-over-year increase, and has raised its quarterly dividend to $0.74 per share.

EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
02 Sep 2026 08:20
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Capital returned
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 2.8d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#558Tone
ZacksDirect company coverageStored article

Here's Why You Should Hold PPG Industries Stock for Now

PPG Industries, Inc. PPG has been benefiting from its strong aerospace demand conditions and market-share gains while facing pressure from weak automotive refinish and European architectural markets. The company's shares have gained 2.4% over a year compared with the Zacks Chemical - Specialty industry's 0.9% growth.Zacks Investment Research Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Let's find out why PPG stock is worth retaining at the moment. Aerospace Strength, Share Gains and Cost Actions Support Growth PPG Industries is benefiting from a combination of aerospace strength, market-share gains

AerospaceAutomotiveEarningsEarnings GrowthFourth QuarterIndustrial Coatings
Published
01 Sep 2026 16:33
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Operating growth
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 42/100
30-day weight
7.9% of the score ยท 3.4d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#636Tone
Simply Wall St.Direct company coverageStored article

PPG Industries (PPG) Stock Looks Reasonable On Earnings While Returns Stay Weak

PPG Industries stock has delivered a negative 5 year return while the latest valuation checks suggest the shares may be pricing in more pessimism than the underlying cash flows imply. With both a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) estimate and market multiples pointing to undervaluation, investors are weighing how much of that gap reflects genuine long term risk. The share price is down 19.9% over 5 years, which raises the question of whether sentiment has weakened more than the long run earnings and cash flow outlook. Future cash generation from PPG Industries coatings and materials portfolio can sup

Discounted Cash FlowEarningsFree Cash FlowFuture Cash FlowsIntrinsic ValueShare Price
Published
01 Sep 2026 11:07
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Negative analyst concern
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 48/100
30-day weight
8.5% of the score ยท 3.7d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#7Not directional
Simply Wall St.Direct company coverageStored article

How PPGโ€™s New Marine Coatings and Powerpack Tool Push Will Impact PPG Industries (PPG) Investors

PPG Industries recently launched its PPG ONE RANGE portfolio of five one-component marine coatings and previewed the PPG POWERPACK application tool at the SMM 2026 maritime trade fair in Hamburg, aiming to simplify onboard maintenance while supporting low VOC compliance and low flame spread requirements. This combination of simplified, ready-to-use coatings and a portable, battery-powered applicator highlights PPG's push to make marine maintenance more efficient for ship operators and crews. Next, we'll examine how this push toward easier, lower-waste marine maintenance solutions could influen

CoatingsCurrency PressuresEarningsInflationInnovationRevenue Growth
Published
01 Sep 2026 05:04
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
The headline reports news without a clear direction
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 3.9d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#8Not directional
Simply Wall St.Direct company coverageStored article

Is PPG Industries (PPG) Cheap As New Marine Coatings Refocus Attention On Valuation?

PPG Industries (PPG) has introduced its PPG ONE RANGE portfolio of one-component marine coatings and previewed the PPG POWERPACK application tool at the SMM 2026 trade fair in Hamburg. These product and leadership updates come as PPG Industries trades at US$112.17, with the share price up 7.49% on a year to date basis, but a 3.48% total shareholder return over one year and double digit total shareholder return declines over three and five years, suggesting longer term momentum has been weaker even as recent news refocuses attention on growth and execution risks. Spot opportunities alongside PP

EarningsGrowthInnovationShare PriceShareholderValuation
Published
01 Sep 2026 02:14
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Negative financial language
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 4.0d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#962Tone
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article

Rakuten Investment Management Inc. Acquires New Shares in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG

Rakuten Investment Management Inc. has acquired 36,509 shares of PPG Industries, Inc., valued at approximately $4.4 million, bringing institutional ownership in PPG to 81.86%. Despite mixed analyst ratings, with an average "Hold" and a $126.00 price target, PPG recently increased its quarterly dividend to $0.74 per share. The company reported a 7.2% year-over-year revenue increase to $4.50 billion but slightly missed EPS estimates.

EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
31 Aug 2026 22:18
News subject
Analyst action
Why this score
Institutional or insider buying, Analyst upgrade, Operating growth
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 44/100
30-day weight
6.8% of the score ยท 4.2d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#10Not directional
Business WireDirect company coverageStored article

PPG introduces PPG ONE RANGE portfolio for onboard maintenance

One-component coatings simplify maintenance, reduce application complexity HAMBURG, Germany, August 31, 2026--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE: PPG) today announced the launch of the PPG ONE RANGEโ„ข portfolio of five one-component marine coatings at the SMM 2026 maritime industry trade fair in Hamburg, Germany. Designed to simplify onboard fleet maintenance, the portfolio helps crews complete maintenance projects more efficiently with ready-to-use, one-component coating solutions. "Coatings maintenance is essential for extending vessel lifecycles, but preparation and application can be time-consuming

Marine CoatingsProduct LaunchSmm Trade FairVoc Compliance
Published
31 Aug 2026 12:00
News subject
Market update
Why this score
Negative financial language
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 4.6d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#1159Tone
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article

Kingsview Wealth Management LLC Invests $5.73 Million in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG

Kingsview Wealth Management LLC recently invested $5.73 million in PPG Industries, Inc. by purchasing 47,223 shares during the second quarter. Several other institutional investors also acquired new positions, bringing institutional ownership of PPG to 81.86%. PPG reported strong Q2 revenue of $4.50 billion, exceeding estimates, and increased its quarterly dividend to $0.74 per share, resulting in a 2.6% yield.

EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
29 Aug 2026 10:48
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Operating growth, Capital returned
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 43/100
30-day weight
7.7% of the score ยท 6.7d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#1258Tone
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article

The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company Acquires New Stake in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG

The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company has acquired a new stake in PPG Industries, purchasing 112,489 shares valued at approximately $13.6 million, representing a 0.05% ownership. PPG Industries reported a revenue increase of 7.2% year-over-year but narrowly missed earnings per share estimates for the quarter, while also raising its quarterly dividend. Analysts currently maintain a "Hold" rating on PPG Industries with a consensus price target of $126.

EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
29 Aug 2026 09:48
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Institutional or insider buying, Operating growth
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 41/100
30-day weight
7.4% of the score ยท 6.7d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#1364Tone
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article

264,059 Shares in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG Acquired by Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec

Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec recently acquired 264,059 shares of PPG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:PPG) valued at approximately $32.03 million, making them a significant institutional holder. Other institutional investors also adjusted their stakes in PPG, which reported mixed quarterly earnings, increased its dividend, and received varied analyst ratings with a consensus "Hold" rating. The company, a global supplier of paints, coatings, and specialty materials, continues to be a key player in its sector.

EarningsFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
29 Aug 2026 08:48
News subject
Analyst action
Why this score
Institutional or insider buying, Operating growth
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 40/100
30-day weight
3.2% of the score ยท 6.8d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#14Not directional
PPG IndustriesDirect company coverageStored article

PPG completes COLORFUL COMMUNITIES project at school for children with special educational needs in Slovenia

PPG (NYSE: PPG) has completed a COLORFUL COMMUNITIESยฎ project at Osnovna ลกola Dragotina Ketteja, a primary school for children with special educational needs in Novo Mesto, Slovenia. Over 50 volunteers, including PPG employees and community members, revitalized interior spaces using PPG paints, supported by a $71,000 grant from PPG and a donation from Topdom. The project aims to create a more supportive and visually appealing learning environment for more than 500 students, teachers, and staff.

FinanceManufacturingReal Estate
Published
28 Aug 2026 17:48
News subject
Market update
Why this score
The headline reports news without a clear direction
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 7.4d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#15Not directional
Ad-hoc-news.deDirect company coverageStored article

PPG Industries stock steadies near $114 as new leadership and Q2 2026 metrics shape valuation

PPG Industries stock is trading around $114 in late August 2026, influenced by its Q2 2026 financial results, a dividend increase, and recent leadership changes. Despite a slight earnings miss, the company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 earnings guidance, and analysts maintain a "Hold" consensus with an average price target of $126, suggesting potential upside. The company's strategic focus on specialized products like PPG PITT-CHAR fire-retardant coatings also contributes to its long-term growth prospects.

EarningsEconomy MacroFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
27 Aug 2026 10:21
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Missed expectations
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 8.7d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#16Not directional
PPG IndustriesDirect company coverageStored article

PPG completes COLORFUL COMMUNITIES project at hospice in Czechia

PPG recently completed a Colorful Communities project at St. Elizabeth's Hospice in Brno, Czechia, revitalizing interior spaces with the help of 70 volunteers. PPG provided a $36,000 grant and 160 gallons of paint, including products suitable for healthcare environments, to create a more welcoming and calming atmosphere for patients and families. The project also featured nature-inspired murals and incorporated PPGโ€™s 2026 Color of the Year, Secret Safari.

FinanceManufacturingReal Estate
Published
26 Aug 2026 13:42
News subject
Market update
Why this score
The headline reports news without a clear direction
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 9.6d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#1762Tone
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article

OMERS ADMINISTRATION Corp Invests $4.38 Million in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG

OMERS Administration Corp. recently acquired 36,077 shares of PPG Industries, Inc. worth approximately $4.38 million. Institutional investors now own 81.86% of PPG's shares. Despite mixed analyst ratings, PPG reported a 7.2% year-over-year revenue increase and raised its quarterly dividend to $0.74 per share.

EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
26 Aug 2026 09:32
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Operating growth, Capital returned, Institutional or insider buying
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 43/100
30-day weight
5.9% of the score ยท 9.7d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#1864Tone
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article

45,100 Shares in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG Bought by Thomist Capital Management LP

Thomist Capital Management LP has acquired a new position in PPG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:PPG) by purchasing 45,100 shares valued at approximately $5.47 million. This makes PPG Industries the 19th largest holding in Thomist Capital Management LP's portfolio, representing about 1.7% of their total investments. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their holdings in PPG, which recently reported quarterly revenue of $4.50 billion, exceeding analyst expectations, and increased its quarterly dividend to $0.74 per share.

EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
25 Aug 2026 10:25
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Institutional or insider buying, Capital returned
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 42/100
30-day weight
4.4% of the score ยท 10.7d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#1964Tone
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article

315,870 Shares in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG Acquired by Vega Investment Solutions

Vega Investment Solutions has acquired 315,870 shares of PPG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:PPG), valued at approximately $38.31 million, making it their 4th largest holding. Other institutional investors like BlackRock Inc. and Pzena Investment Management LLC have also recently adjusted their positions in PPG. Analysts currently have a "Hold" rating on PPG stock, with a consensus target price of $126.00, and the company recently increased its quarterly dividend to $0.74 per share.

EarningsFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
25 Aug 2026 10:15
News subject
Analyst action
Why this score
Institutional or insider buying, Capital returned
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 37/100
30-day weight
1.3% of the score ยท 10.7d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#2065Tone
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article

Manning & Napier Advisors LLC Invests $4.06 Million in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG

Manning & Napier Advisors LLC has acquired a new stake of 33,455 shares, valued at approximately $4.06 million, in PPG Industries, Inc. during the second quarter. Other institutional investors have also recently adjusted their holdings in the specialty chemicals company. PPG Industries reported Q2 earnings per share of $2.23, slightly missing analyst estimates, but its revenue of $4.50 billion exceeded expectations, and the company recently increased its quarterly dividend to $0.74 per share.

EarningsFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
25 Aug 2026 10:05
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Beat expectations, Capital returned, Institutional or insider buying
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 46/100
30-day weight
5.8% of the score ยท 10.7d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#2168Tone
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. Acquires Shares of 21,630 PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. recently acquired 21,630 shares of PPG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:PPG) valued at approximately $2.6 million during the second quarter. This acquisition is part of a broader trend of institutional investment in PPG, with such investors now owning 81.86% of the company's outstanding stock. Despite narrowly missing quarterly earnings estimates, PPG reported a 7.2% year-over-year revenue increase and raised its quarterly dividend, maintaining a "Hold" rating from analysts with an average price target of $126.

EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
25 Aug 2026 09:32
News subject
Deals and strategy
Why this score
Institutional or insider buying, Operating growth, Capital returned
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 52/100
30-day weight
8.6% of the score ยท 10.7d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#2268Tone
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article

Commerce Bank Buys New Position in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG

Commerce Bank has acquired a new position in PPG Industries, Inc. by purchasing 19,308 shares valued at approximately $2.34 million. Several other institutional investors also adjusted their holdings in PPG Industries. The company recently increased its quarterly dividend and reported its latest earnings, showing revenue growth but slightly missing EPS consensus.

EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
25 Aug 2026 08:17
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Institutional or insider buying, Operating growth, Capital returned
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 50/100
30-day weight
6.2% of the score ยท 10.8d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#2357Tone
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Meiji Yasuda Asset Management Co Ltd. Makes New Investment in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG

Meiji Yasuda Asset Management Co Ltd. has acquired a new stake of 62,718 shares in PPG Industries, Inc., valued at approximately $7.61 million, during the second quarter. This investment is part of broader institutional interest, with several other hedge funds also modifying their holdings in PPG Industries. The company recently reported its quarterly earnings, issued a dividend increase, and received mixed analyst ratings with a consensus "Hold" rating and an average price target of $126.00.

EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
24 Aug 2026 10:43
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Operating growth, Institutional or insider buying
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 36/100
30-day weight
3.6% of the score ยท 11.7d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
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Osmosis Investment Management UK Ltd Purchases New Stake in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG

Osmosis Investment Management UK Ltd has acquired a new stake in PPG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:PPG) during the second quarter, purchasing 22,175 shares valued at approximately $2,690,000. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their holdings in PPG Industries. The article also details recent analyst ratings, stock performance, and the company's financial results, including an increase in its quarterly dividend.

EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
24 Aug 2026 10:43
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Capital returned, Institutional or insider buying
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 36/100
30-day weight
3.6% of the score ยท 11.7d old
Duplicates
2 consolidated
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17,561 Shares in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG Acquired by B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. AG

B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. AG recently acquired a new stake of 17,561 shares in PPG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:PPG), valued at approximately $2.13 million. This comes as other institutional investors have also adjusted their holdings in the specialty chemicals company. PPG Industries reported mixed Q2 earnings, missing EPS estimates but exceeding revenue expectations, and recently increased its quarterly dividend to $0.74 per share.

EarningsFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
23 Aug 2026 07:17
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Institutional or insider buying, Operating growth
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 41/100
30-day weight
3.3% of the score ยท 12.8d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
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2,628,989 Shares in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG Purchased by Bank of New York Mellon Corp

Bank of New York Mellon Corp has acquired a significant new stake of 2,628,989 shares in PPG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:PPG) during the second quarter, valued at approximately $318.87 million, now owning 1.18% of the company. Other institutional investors also adjusted their holdings in PPG, while the company reported missing its Q2 EPS consensus but exceeding revenue estimates, and announced an increased quarterly dividend. Analyst ratings are mixed, with an average target price of $126.00.

EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
22 Aug 2026 07:39
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Institutional or insider buying, Operating growth
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 41/100
30-day weight
2.8% of the score ยท 13.8d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
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PPG Industries Inc. stock outperforms competitors on strong trading day

PPG Industries Inc. (PPG) saw its stock rally by 1.06% to $113.63 on Friday, outperforming the broader market. This occurred during a favorable trading session where the S&P 500 Index rose by 0.43% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 0.98%. Despite the rally, PPG Industries Inc. closed 14.84% short of its 52-week high.

Financial Markets
Published
21 Aug 2026 21:01
News subject
Market update
Why this score
Positive financial language
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Low ยท 30/100
30-day weight
<0.1% of the score ยท 14.3d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
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PPG Industries Inc. stock outperforms competitors despite losses on the day

PPG Industries Inc. stock saw a 1.30% decrease, closing at $112.44, amidst a general market downturn where the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average also fell. Despite this daily loss, the company's stock still outperformed its competitors. PPG Industries Inc. is currently 15.73% below its 52-week high of $133.43.

EarningsFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
20 Aug 2026 17:02
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Negative financial language
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Low ยท 34/100
30-day weight
1.9% of the score ยท 15.4d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
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Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Co. Ltd. Invests $70 Million in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG

Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Co. Ltd. has acquired a new position in PPG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:PPG) during the second quarter, purchasing 577,133 shares valued at approximately $70,001,000. This investment makes Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Co. Ltd. the owner of about 0.26% of PPG Industries. The article also details other institutional investor activities, PPG's stock performance, recent earnings results, dividend increase, and updated analyst ratings.

EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsManufacturing
Published
20 Aug 2026 10:08
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Operating growth, Institutional or insider buying
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Low ยท 35/100
30-day weight
2.1% of the score ยท 15.7d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
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Is Wall Street Bullish or Bearish on PPG Industries Stock?

PPG Paints delivery van_By jetcityimage PPG Industries, Inc. (PPG), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, manufactures and distributes paints, coatings, and specialty materials. Valued at $25.2 billion by market cap, the company makes protective and decorative coatings, flat glass, fabricated glass products, continuous-strand fiber glass products, and industrial and specialty chemicals. Shares of this leading paints and coatings manufacturer have underperformed the broader market over the past year. PPG has gained 1.7% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has ralli

Consensus EstimateEarningsEarnings SurpriseInflationMaterialsPrice Target
Published
19 Aug 2026 14:22
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
The headline reports news without a clear direction
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 16.5d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated

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