PPG Industries, Inc.
PPGBasic MaterialsNASDAQSpecialty Chemicals
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the basic materials sector, PPG Industries, Inc. focuses on Specialty Chemicals services and products. PPG Industries, Inc. manufactures and distributes paints, coatings, and specialty materials in the United States, Canada, the Asia Pacific, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The $26.45B market capitalization puts PPG squarely in large-cap range for its industry. It operates through three segments: Global Architectural Coatings, Performance Coatings, and Industrial Coatings.
Market Cap
$26.45B
Beta
1.04
P/E (TTM)
16.53
P/E (Fwd)
13.70
EPS (TTM)
$7.18
EPS (Fwd)
$8.66
ROE
20.8%
ROA
6.3%
Cash
$1.62B
Total Debt
$7.74B
Free CF
$729.0M
52W Change
2.3%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The company holds $1.62B in cash, though total debt stands at $7.74B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. Annual free cash flow of $729.0M supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. Return on equity stands at 20.8%, which is strong for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. An ROA of 6.3% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $15.61B (2022) to $15.88B (2025).
As with any equity investment, PPG carries market risk, sector-specific risk, and company-specific risk that investors should evaluate in the context of their own portfolios. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing PPG.