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PPG Industries: The Market Is Missing The 19% EBITDA Margin Holding Beneath The Pressure!

The first quarter of 2026 for PPG Industries, Inc. demonstrated moderate growth amid a challenging macroeconomic environment. The company reported net sales of $3.9 billion, a 7% increase year-over-year, and adjusted earnings per share of $1.83, reflecting a 6% improvement. Organic sales grew 1%, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of year-over-year gains, driven primarily by pricing strategies meant to rapidly offset inflationary pressures. The company’s segment EBITDA margin exceeds 19%, supported by market share gains and the competitive positioning of technology-advantaged products. Performance varied across segments. Global Architectural Coatings saw net sales increase 13% to $965 million, with 2% organic growth notably fueled by strength in Latin America and Asia Pacific, particularly Mexico’s retail and project-related sales. Despite mixed results in European markets, the segment improved income by over 30%, aided by pricing and cost-reduction efforts including planned plant closures. The Performance Coatings segment grew sales 5% to $1.