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PPG Industries

Transitions Opitcal was founded in 1990. In 1991, Transitions Optical became the first company to commercialize and manufacture plastic photochromic lenses. From inception the company has been a joint venture between PPG Industries (51%) and Essilor (49%). In April 2014, Essilor acquired the entire stake of PPG in Transitions.

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PPG Industries, Inc. engages in the manufacture and distribution of paints, coatings, and specialty materials. It operates through the Performance Coatings and Industrial Coatings segments. The Performance Coatings segment supplies a variety of protective and decorative coatings, sealants, and finishes along with pavement marking products, paint strippers, stains, and related chemicals, as well as transparencies and transparent armor. The Industrial Coatings segment includes a variety of protective and decorative coatings and finishes along with adhesives, sealants, metal pretreatment products, optical monomers and coatings, low-friction coatings, precipitated silicas, and other specialty materials. The company was founded by John B. Ford and John A. Pitcairn in 1883 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA.

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PPG Industries reports record sales and optimistic outlook for 2023

PPG Industries delivered a strong performance in Q4 2022 and full year 2022, driven by record sales and earnings exceeding guidance.
While facing challenges in China and Europe, the company remains optimistic about earnings growth in 2023 through supply chain improvements and market strength.
PPG's strategic initiatives in the EV market, positive pricing environment, and high backlogs in key sectors position them well for future growth.
Despite industry challenges and cautious outlooks, PPG's focus on efficiency, innovation, and market expansion presents promising opportunities for the company.

PPG Industries reports record Q1 sales and anticipates earnings growth

PPG Industries delivered strong Q1 results with record sales and earnings growth, driven by diverse portfolio benefits and sustainable product focus. Despite challenges in certain markets, the company remains confident in margin recovery momentum and anticipates earnings growth in the coming quarters. PPG is strategically focused on improving margins, operational efficiencies, and capitalizing on growth opportunities in key segments and regions.

PPG Industries Achieves Record Q2 Results, Eyes Growth Opportunities

PPG Industries delivered strong financial performance in Q2 2023, with record sales and adjusted earnings per share. Despite challenges in certain markets, the company's focus on margin recovery, cost management, and growth opportunities positions it well for future success.

PPG Industries achieves record Q3 performance, eyes growth opportunities

PPG Industries delivered exceptional financial results in Q3 2023, driven by strong sales, earnings growth, and margin improvement across key segments.
While facing challenges in industrial coatings and acquisition pace, the company remains focused on organic growth, margin enhancement, and strategic portfolio pruning.
With a clear focus on growth opportunities, cost management, and operational efficiency, PPG is poised for continued success and aims for significant EPS growth in 2024.

PPG Industries achieves record sales in Q4 2023, eyes growth

PPG Industries delivered strong financial performance in Q4 2023, with record sales and adjusted EPS, supported by effective cost management.
While facing challenges such as lower TiO2 prices and global uncertainties, PPG remains focused on growth initiatives and margin recovery.
Opportunities lie in positive sales volume expectations, new product launches, and operational improvements for future success.
Overall, PPG Industries maintains a solid financial position and strategic outlook for continued growth and market leadership.

PPG Industries reports robust Q1 performance and eyes sustained growth

PPG Industries delivered strong financial performance in Q1 2024, driven by positive sales volumes in key markets like China and India.
While facing challenges in certain divisions and regions, the company remains focused on strategic initiatives to drive growth and enhance shareholder value.
Opportunities lie in sustained volume growth, operational efficiency improvements, and market expansion efforts, positioning PPG for continued success in 2024 and beyond.
Overall, PPG Industries' proactive approach to challenges and commitment to leveraging strengths underscore its resilience and potential for future growth.

PPG Industries reports robust Q2 earnings amidst market challenges

PPG Industries delivered strong Q2 results with sales of $4.8 billion and adjusted EPS of $2.50, showing growth and operational efficiency.
While facing challenges from inflation and subdued demand in certain regions, PPG's strategic reviews and focus on shareholder value creation position it well for future growth.
The company's consistent segment margin improvement, share repurchases, and dividend increases demonstrate a commitment to enhancing shareholder value.
PPG's ability to navigate market challenges and capitalize on growth opportunities underscores its resilience and strategic focus.

PPG Industries reports record Q3 earnings, focuses on efficiency

PPG Industries delivered strong financial results in Q3 2024, with record earnings per share and positive sales growth in key segments. While facing challenges in certain business areas, strategic divestitures and restructuring efforts position the company for future growth and cost savings.

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PPG LINQ system offers quicker color matching from any Internet-connected device, less rework and no requirement for spray-out cards, faster and more effective paint mixing, and waste reduction.

PPG Offers LINQ Color Software & MAGICBOX Body Shop Assistant

PPG Industries has underperformed the S&P 500 but has remained in the green. The company has seen improvements in operating cash flow, adjusted EPS, and top-line sales in Q2 2023. PPG's future is uncertain due to weaknesses in non-automotive and aerospace-related industrial sectors and the potential slowdown of growth in China.

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PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced the opening of a customer and employee experience center at its global headquarters in Pittsburgh (Video available here).The center showcases innovative paints, coatings and specialty materials and technologies from across the organization. The 1,400-square-foot experience center is part of a recent renovation of the top two floors of One PPG Place, the company's iconic, Philip Johnson-designed global headquarters. The center features.

PPG opens customer and employee experience center at global headquarters, marks 140th anniversary

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced GLIDDEN® paint by PPG's 2024 Color of the Year: Limitless (PPG1091-3), a fresh warm hue that holds both the power of a primary color and the essence of a neutral. This “anything but yellow” honey beige tone offers limitless applications – consumers can use Limitless anywhere they'd like a neutral to create an updated, on-trend look, complementary to any design style. “We are entering a new era of explosive creativity and change. Consum.

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PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE: PPG) today announced Limitless (PPG1091-3) as its 2024 Color of the Year. This contemporary honey beige shade offers infinite design and styling possibilities for residential and commercial interiors and exteriors. consumer products and industrial applications. Subdued, sophisticated and calming, Limitless reflects a shift in consumer preferences towards warmer, less saturated colors for everything from automobiles to architectural elements. Along with th.

PPG names Limitless as 2024 Color of the Year, inspiring endless possibilities

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PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE:PPG) and the PPG Foundation today announced a commitment to invest $5 million by 2030 in environmental sustainability education. Aligning with PPG's 2030 sustainability targets and priorities, the new commitment will strengthen support of the next generation of innovators and maximize the impact within communities where PPG operates. The company will support programs that meet the specific environmental needs in markets where it operates, aligned with clim.

PPG, PPG Foundation to invest $5 million in environmental sustainability education

PPG Industries (PPG) gains from higher pricing across its segments, cost discipline and efforts to grow its business through acquisitions.

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PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced its inclusion in the FTSE4Good Index Series for the fifth consecutive year. Created by the global index and data provider FTSE Russell, the FTSE4Good Index Series is designed to measure the performance of companies demonstrating strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices. “Sustainability is embedded into how we operate as an organization,” said Diane Kappas, PPG vice president, global sustainability. “It enables us to.

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