PPG Industries appears to remain a key player within the coatings industry but has recently evidenced
underperformance in the market relative to its competitors. However, recent moves suggest the company is taking significant action to address this. Firstly, they are considering the sale of their minority interest in PGW and contemplating the sale of their
U.S. and Canada paints business. The firm announced the construction of a new
coatings R&D center in China indicating a shift towards innovative solutions. Meanwhile, Q1 2024 Earnings fell short of expectations mainly due to lower sales volumes. Positively, PPG outstripped fourth-quarter profit estimates and reported record sales and robust cash flow for Q4 and the full year 2023. Nevertheless, they didn't meet Q1 2024 expectations. The company is also considering strategic alternatives for its architectural coatings business in the U.S and Canada and its silica products business. This might affect the company's long-term growth potential. Institutional backing remains solid at 83%, and insiders have shown a greater interest. Overall, despite some skepticism from analysts with some advising 'hold', PPG's future growth potential remains intriguing.
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