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.
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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 score53Neutral is 50
Balanced news tone
33/100 evidence confidence
90% direct company focus
57 current stories across 6 publishers
Current company news
Balanced news tone
The score uses 57 current company stories from 6 publishers.
Observed headline tone56/100
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Published 30-day score53/100
Latest source headline
PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG Shares Sold by Hsbc Holdings PLC
MarketBeat ยท 07 Sep 2026 08:55
Older, less relevant and less reliable stories count for less. Confidence is shown separately.
What supports the score
57 current stories are mapped specifically to PPG.
The score uses 6 publishers rather than depending on one outlet.
The current stories agree at 89/100.
What limits the score
Confidence is 33/100, below the threshold for a firm score.
53/100
News scoreBalanced news tone
33/100
Confidencethin evidence
90%/100
Company news57 company stories
89/100
Story agreement11/100 difference
News history
Daily score and story count over 30 days
09 Aug24 Aug07 Sep
News scoreStory count50 baseline
Confidence
How reliable the score is
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 evidence16
0.819 after freshness weightingSource breadth100
6 independent publishersCompany relevance90
share tied directly to this companyFreshness35
recency-weighted evidenceAgreement89
how closely stories agreePublisher mix30
less reliance on one publisherPrice and news history
Weekly price and news-score history
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 Mar09 Jun04 Sep
Weekly close, indexedSentiment score
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
Earnings5336 stories ยท 63%
Market update5013 stories ยท 23%
Analyst action545 stories ยท 9%
Deals and strategy643 stories ยท 5%
Source mix
Where the evidence comes from
MarketBeat5624 stories ยท 42%
Stock Titan547 stories ยท 12%
PPG Industries504 stories ยท 7%
MarketWatch403 stories ยท 5%
Simply Wall St.433 stories ยท 5%
Zacks533 stories ยท 5%
Kalkine Media502 stories ยท 4%
Recurring subjects
Subjects appearing most often
Earnings42Manufacturing38Financial Markets35Finance35Economy Macro7Earnings Growth3Dividends3Share Price2Real Estate2Marine Coatings2
Earlier readings
How the score has changed
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.
01 Jul50 neutral07 Sep 18:27
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.
| Observed | Score | Move | Confidence | Stories | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Sep 18:27 | 53 | -1 | 29/100 (-1) | 58 (-1) | Provisional |
| 05 Sep 23:59 | 54 | +0 | 30/100 (-1) | 59 (-1) | Provisional |
| 04 Sep 23:59 | 54 | -1 | 31/100 (-5) | 60 (-6) | Provisional |
| 02 Sep 23:59 | 55 | +0 | 36/100 (-4) | 66 (0) | Measured |
| 01 Sep 23:59 | 55 | -2 | 40/100 (+1) | 66 (+4) | Measured |
| 31 Aug 23:59 | 57 | +0 | 39/100 (-3) | 62 (+1) | Measured |
| 29 Aug 23:59 | 57 | +0 | 42/100 (+4) | 61 (-6) | Measured |
| 28 Aug 23:59 | 57 | +0 | 38/100 (-4) | 67 (-8) | Measured |
Source headlines
The news behind the score
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.
#142Tone
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article
PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG Shares Sold by Hsbc Holdings PLC
Hsbc Holdings PLC reduced its stake in PPG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:PPG) by 6.0% in the second quarter, selling 43,936 shares and ending with 686,686 shares valued at $83.24 million. Despite this, other institutional investors like BlackRock Inc. and State Street Corp significantly increased their holdings. PPG Industries' stock opened at $112.59, has a market cap of $25.03 billion, and recently announced an increased quarterly dividend of $0.74 per share.
EarningsFinancial MarketsFinanceManufacturingEconomy Macro
- Published
- 07 Sep 2026 08:55
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Institutional or insider selling
- Company focus
- Shared story ยท 78%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Medium ยท 50/100
- 30-day weight
- 15.6% of the score ยท 0.4d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#2—Not directional
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article
PPG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:PPG) Receives Average Recommendation of "Hold" from Analysts
PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG) has received an average "Hold" rating from analysts, with a consensus 12-month price target of $126.00 against its current price of $112.59. The company recently reported mixed quarterly results, with earnings per share slightly below consensus but revenue exceeding expectations. PPG also increased its quarterly dividend to $0.74 per share, resulting in a 2.6% yield.
EarningsFinancial MarketsManufacturingFinance
- Published
- 07 Sep 2026 06:33
- News subject
- Analyst action
- Why this score
- Missed expectations, Operating growth
- 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
#3—Not directional
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article
TD Waterhouse Canada Inc. Lowers Stock Holdings in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG
TD Waterhouse Canada Inc. decreased its stake in PPG Industries by 5.8% in the second quarter, selling 9,364 shares and now holding 151,470 shares valued at $18.6 million. Despite this, other institutional investors increased their holdings, and institutions collectively own 81.86% of PPG. The company reported strong revenue growth but slightly missed EPS estimates, and has raised its quarterly dividend, maintaining a consensus "Hold" rating from analysts.
EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsManufacturing
- Published
- 05 Sep 2026 09:11
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Missed expectations, Operating growth, 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 2.4d old
- Duplicates
- 2 consolidated
#4—Not directional
ZacksDirect 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 MaterialsEarningsFinancial MarketsManufacturingMarine 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 3.1d old
- Duplicates
- 3 consolidated
#5—Not 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 5.1d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#6—Not 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 5.2d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#7—Not 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 5.4d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#858Tone
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 39/100
- 30-day weight
- 6.7% of the score ยท 6.1d old
- Duplicates
- 2 consolidated
#936Tone
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 45/100
- 30-day weight
- 7.3% of the score ยท 6.3d old
- Duplicates
- 2 consolidated
#10—Not directional
Simply Wall St.Direct company coverageStored article
How PPGโs 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 6.6d old
- Duplicates
- 2 consolidated
#11—Not 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 6.7d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#1262Tone
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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 40/100
- 30-day weight
- 4.6% of the score ยท 6.8d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#13—Not 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 RANGEโข 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 7.3d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#1459Tone
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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 41/100
- 30-day weight
- 6.5% of the score ยท 9.3d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#1558Tone
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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 39/100
- 30-day weight
- 6.3% of the score ยท 9.4d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#1664Tone
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 38/100
- 30-day weight
- 2.2% of the score ยท 9.4d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#17—Not 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 10.0d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#18—Not 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 11.3d old
- Duplicates
- 2 consolidated
#19—Not 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 PPGโs 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 12.2d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#2062Tone
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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 42/100
- 30-day weight
- 5% of the score ยท 12.4d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#2164Tone
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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 41/100
- 30-day weight
- 3.7% of the score ยท 13.3d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#2264Tone
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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 36/100
- 30-day weight
- 0.9% of the score ยท 13.3d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#2365Tone
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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 45/100
- 30-day weight
- 5% of the score ยท 13.3d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#2468Tone
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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 51/100
- 30-day weight
- 8.2% of the score ยท 13.4d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#2568Tone
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 48/100
- 30-day weight
- 5.3% of the score ยท 13.4d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
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MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article
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
- Low ยท 35/100
- 30-day weight
- 3.1% of the score ยท 14.3d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
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MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article
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
- Low ยท 35/100
- 30-day weight
- 3.1% of the score ยท 14.3d old
- Duplicates
- 2 consolidated
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MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article
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 40/100
- 30-day weight
- 2.8% of the score ยท 15.5d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
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MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article
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 40/100
- 30-day weight
- 2.4% of the score ยท 16.4d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
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MarketWatchDirect company coverageStored article
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 16.9d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Earlier company news
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Aug102026
seekingalpha.comProvider mentionNot included in score
Stock futures mixed as hopes for Hormuz reopening fade
[Wall Street New York stock exchange stock market] alexsl Stock index futures were mixed on Monday as hopes for a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz faded after Iran raised additional demands. Dow futures (INDU [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/INDU]) -0.04%, S&P 500 futures (SPX [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/SPX]) +0.12%, and Nasdaq futures (US100:IND) +0.20%. Iran, Oman, and the U.S. had negotiated an arrangement governing shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, but mediators from Qatar and Pakistan failed to secure an announcement last week after Tehran raised additional demands. President Donald Trump said Sunday he was willing to let economic pressure on Iran do more of the work as talks remained stalled. There are no major economic events scheduled for Monday. The 2-year Treasury yield (US2Y [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/US2Y]) rose 0.01 basis points to 4.22%, the benchmark 10-year Treasury yield (US10Y [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/US10Y]) rose 0.007 basis points to 4.66%, and the 30-year Treasury yield (US30Y [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/US30Y]) rose 0.005 basis points to 5.21%. Among S&P 500 stocks, T. Rowe Price Group (TROW [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/TROW]) +8.10%, Teledyne Technologies (TDY [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/TDY]) +4.61%, Hubbell (HUBB [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/HUBB]) +4.37%, Coherent (COHR [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/COHR]) +3.71%, and FedEx Freight Holding (FDXF [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/FDXF]) +3.58%. PPG Industries (PPG [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/PPG]) -5.33%, Verisk Analytics (VRSK [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/VRSK]) -4.81%, Avery Dennison (AVY [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/AVY]) -3.80%, Parker-Hannifin (PH [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/PH]) -2.85%, and Expeditors International of Washington (EXPD [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/EXPD]) -2.83%. MORE ON MARKETS * It's A Near-Perfect Bullish Setup, But Time Is Short, Act Accordingly [https://seekingalpha.com/article/4933937-its-a-near-perfect-bullish-setup-but-time-is-short-act-accordingly] * The July CPI Report May Reveal Why Rates Are Headed Even Higher [https://seekingalpha.com/article/4933836-the-july-cpi-report-may-reveal-why-rates-are-headed-even-higher] * The Economy No Longer Stinks - But Stocks Have Already Sprinted Ahead [https://seekingalpha.com/article/4933851-the-economy-no-longer-stinks-but-stocks-have-already-sprinted-ahead] * These materials stocks pair A+ momentum with stretched valuations [https://seekingalpha.com/news/4629150-these-materials-stocks-pair-a-momentum-with-stretched-valuations] * At a glance: stocks gapping down premarket [https://seekingalpha.com/news/4629061-at-a-glance-stocks-gapping-down-premarket]
- Published
- 10 Aug 2026 09:41
- Provider record
- eodhd
- Use in sentiment
- Not scored
- Reason
- Company is not the main subject
Jul232026
MarketBeatProvider mentionNot included in scoreSource lookup
Impala Asset Management LLC Buys New Holdings in PPG Industries, Inc. $PPG
- Published
- 23 Jul 2026 22:49
- Provider record
- snapshot
- Use in sentiment
- Not scored
- Reason
- Company is not the main subject
Jul052026
Stock Traders DailyProvider mentionNot included in scoreSource lookup
Trading the Move, Not the Narrative: (PPG) Edition
- Published
- 5 Jul 2026 21:09
- Provider record
- snapshot
- Use in sentiment
- Not scored
- Reason
- Company is not the main subject
Jul032026
Ad-hoc-news.deProvider mentionNot included in scoreSource lookup
PPG Industries navigates coatings demand with diversified end markets
- Published
- 3 Jul 2026 21:45
- Provider record
- snapshot
- Use in sentiment
- Not scored
- Reason
- Company is not the main subject
Jul012026
Stock TitanProvider mentionNot included in scoreSource lookup
PPG to post Q2 results July 28, with call set for July 29
- Published
- 1 Jul 2026 14:48
- Provider record
- snapshot
- Use in sentiment
- Not scored
- Reason
- Company is not the main subject
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