PPG Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PPG - PPG Industries, Inc.
$102.73
-3.19 (-3.01%)
▼
5d:
-6.28%
30d:
-8.41%
90d:
-21.78%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Strength: 5.6/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: PPG shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: PPG shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$156.66
Based on 6.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$97.27
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 13.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PPG is currently trading at $102.73, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $106.01 to $112.00. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 12.3) is in line with its historical norms (13.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.9% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 4.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PPG is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $102.17. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $122.75 (+15.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PPG is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $102.17. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $122.75 (+15.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$106.01 -
$112.00
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
72.4%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.0%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($122.75)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -6.3% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$106.01 -
$112.00
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$102.17
Resistance Level
$113.86
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.26
Wall Street Target
$122.75
(+15.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
4.2%
Profit Margin
9.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
12.3 vs 13.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$103.91
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$101.93
(-4%)
3-Year Target
$100.00
(-6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→13)
$106.04
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 9.8%)
$252.05
(+138%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.3, Growth: 9.8%)
$140.20
(+32%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.4, Growth: 9.8%)
$119.17
(+13%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (15x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 15.15 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.98
Bull Case
$144.02
(+36%)
Analyst growth 23.8%, PE expands to 16.7
Base Case
$130.93
(+24%)
Market implied 23.8%, PE stable at 15.2
Bear Case
$71.92
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 12.3 to 13.0
Stabilization Target:
$112.32
(+6.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+6.0%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: May 15, 2026 12:59 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
5
Sells
Net
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