Mizuho Reiterates Buy Rating on PPG Industries

Mizuho maintains a buy rating for PPG Industries with a $135 target price, a 11.30% upside from the current price.

Key Points

  • Mizuho reiterated its buy rating on PPG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:PPG) on July 1, 2026, with a price target of $135.
  • Mizuho's $135 price target implies 11.30% upside from PPG Industries, Inc.'s ($PPG) current $121.29 share price.
  • Shares of PPG Industries traded near $121.29 on Wednesday, with a market cap of approximately $27 billion.
  • Analysts maintain a consensus buy rating, with an average target price of $123.55 from 20 opinions.

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On July 1, 2026, Mizuho reiterated its buy rating on PPG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:PPG) with a price target of $135. Analyst John Roberts maintained the positive outlook, suggesting confidence in the company's prospects. This update comes as shares of PPG traded around $121.29 on Wednesday.

Analyst rating track record

Mizuho vs. the S&P 500

YTD return -27.99% hypothetical
All-time return -40.13% S&P 500 +16.22%
vs. S&P 500 -56.35% behind the index

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PPG Industries, Inc. Stock Up 6.2%

Shares of NYSE:PPG traded near $121.29 on Wednesday. PPG Industries has a market cap of about $27 billion and a P/E ratio of 17.4. The stock has seen a 52-week low of $93.39 and a high of $133.43. It maintains a 50-day moving average of $111.93 and a 200-day moving average of $108.16. The company has a current ratio of 1.61 and a quick ratio of 1.07, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 93.74.

12-month forecast

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Recent Earnings

PPG Industries reported revenue of $16.12 billion, reflecting a growth of 6.7%. The company achieved an EPS of $6.97, with a net margin of 9.83% and a return on equity of 20.75%. The next earnings release is scheduled for July 28, 2026.

Dividend

PPG Industries pays an annual dividend rate of $2.84, yielding 2.34%. The dividend payout ratio stands at 40.26%.

Insider Buying and Selling at PPG Industries, Inc.

Several insiders at PPG Industries made purchases on June 15, 2026. Sr. VP, Legal & Spl. Projects Anne Foulkes, Sr. VP, Automotive Coatings Alisha Bellezza, Sr. VP, Ind Coatings & Sp Prod Juliane Hefel, Chairman and CEO Timothy Knavish, and Sr VP, Operations Kevin Braun all bought shares at an average price of $121.53. Earlier, on June 12, Juliane Hefel also acquired 12 shares at $116.49.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On July 1, 2026, Mizuho maintained its buy rating on PPG Industries with a price target of $135. Citigroup, on June 24, maintained a hold rating with a $125 target. BMO Capital kept a buy rating with a $140 target on June 15. Overall, analysts maintain a consensus buy rating with an average target price of $123.55 from 20 opinions.

About PPG Industries

PPG Industries, Inc., based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading manufacturer and distributor of paints, coatings, and specialty materials. The company operates through segments such as Global Architectural Coatings, Performance Coatings, and Industrial Coatings, serving markets in the Americas, Asia, and Europe. Led by CEO Timothy M. Knavish, PPG employs approximately 43,500 people worldwide.

Bottom Line

Mizuho's reiterated buy rating on PPG Industries reflects ongoing confidence in the company's market position and future growth. Investors keep a close eye on such analyst updates as they assess potential opportunities. However, it's important to note that these ratings are based on past performance and do not guarantee future results.

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