Recent Updates — PPG

PPG Industries reported third-quarter 2026 net sales of $4.35 billion, a 7% increase year over year, driven by higher selling prices (+3%), volume growth (+2%), and acquisitions (+1%). The company achieved record diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.12 from continuing operations, up 8%, while adjusted EPS reached $2.25, an increase of 6%. Organic sales grew 5% year over year, with strong performance in the aerospace and architectural coatings Latin America businesses. Cash from operating activities was approximately $1.2 billion year to date. The company raised its full-year 2026 adjusted EPS guidance midpoint and narrowed the range to $7.90-$8.10. PPG operates in the paints, coatings, and specialty products industry.

PPG Industries reported second quarter 2026 net sales of $4.5 billion, a 7% increase year over year, driven by 2% volume growth and 2% selling price increases. Reported diluted earnings per share were $1.96, while adjusted diluted EPS reached $2.23. Operating cash flow totaled approximately $600 million year-to-date, and the company repurchased $75 million of stock in the quarter. PPG reaffirmed its full-year 2026 adjusted EPS guidance range of $7.70 to $8.10. The company operates in the coatings, paints, and specialty products industry.