PPG Industries' Alisha Bellezza Buys Company Stock

Alisha Bellezza, Senior Vice President of Automotive Coatings at PPG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:PPG), purchased 1 share of the company's stock. The transaction was completed on June 30, 2026, at a price of $121.29 per share. This insider buying activity was not conducted under a pre-arranged trading plan.

Insider Buying and Selling at PPG Industries, Inc.

Several insiders at PPG Industries made stock purchases on June 30, 2026. Kevin Braun, Senior Vice President of Operations, acquired 7 shares, while Chairman and CEO Timothy Knavish bought 31 shares. Alisha Bellezza, Senior Vice President of Automotive Coatings, purchased 1 share, and Anne Foulkes, Senior Vice President of Legal & Special Projects, added 16 shares to her holdings. Juliane Hefel, Senior Vice President of Industrial Coatings & Specialty Products, bought 2 shares. These transactions took place at a price of $121.29 per share.

Other Institutional Activity in PPG Industries

Among institutional investors, BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings by 742,623 shares, bringing its total to approximately 24 million shares valued at about $2.57 billion, marking a 3.2% increase. Vanguard Capital Management LLC opened a new position with 14.5 million shares valued at $1.55 billion. Similarly, Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC also initiated a new stake with 12.8 million shares worth approximately $1.37 billion. In contrast, State Street Corp slightly reduced its position by 82,670 shares, now holding around 12.7 million shares valued at $1.36 billion, reflecting a 0.6% decrease. Wellington Management Group LLP significantly cut its holdings by 3,076,439 shares, resulting in a 22.9% decrease, now holding about 10.4 million shares valued at $1.11 billion.

PPG Industries, Inc. Stock Up 6.2%

Shares of PPG Industries traded near $121.29 on Wednesday. The company, with a market capitalization of approximately $27 billion, has a P/E ratio of 17.4 and a forward P/E of 14.0. PPG's beta is 1.06, indicating moderate volatility. Over the past year, the stock has ranged from a low of $93.39 to a high of $133.43. The stock's 50-day moving average is $111.93, and its 200-day moving average is $108.16. The company maintains a current ratio of 1.61 and a quick ratio of 1.07, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 93.74.

Recent Earnings

PPG Industries reported revenue of approximately $16.12 billion with a revenue growth of 6.7%. The company achieved a net margin of 9.8% and a return on equity of 20.7%. Earnings per share stood at $6.97. The next earnings report is expected on July 28, 2026.

Dividend

PPG Industries offers an annual dividend rate of $2.84, yielding 2.34%. The dividend payout ratio is 40.3%, reflecting a balance between returning cash to shareholders and retaining earnings for growth.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On July 1, 2026, Mizuho maintained its 'buy' rating for PPG Industries with a price target of $135. BMO Capital also reiterated its 'buy' rating on June 15, 2026, setting a target of $140. Citigroup maintained a 'hold' rating with a $125 target on June 24, 2026. The consensus among analysts is a 'buy', with a mean price target of $123.55 based on 20 analyst opinions.

About PPG Industries

PPG Industries, Inc., headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a global supplier of paints, coatings, and specialty materials. Founded in 1883, the company operates through three segments: Global Architectural Coatings, Performance Coatings, and Industrial Coatings. PPG serves a wide range of customers, including aerospace, automotive, and industrial markets, through company-owned stores, retail outlets, and direct sales. Led by CEO Timothy M. Knavish, PPG employs approximately 43,500 people worldwide.

Bottom Line

Insider purchases at PPG Industries, including those by Alisha Bellezza and other executives, suggest confidence in the company's future. Investors often track insider activity as a potential indicator of company prospects. However, it's important to remember that these are backward-looking transactions and may not reflect current market conditions.