Why is PPG Down Today?

PPG
$101.73
▼ -2.50% ($-2.54)
Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 3:34 PM ET (300 min ago)

About PPG Industries, Inc.

PPG is a global producer of coatings. The company is the world's largest producer of coatings after the purchase of selected Akzo Nobel assets. PPG's products are sold to a wide variety of end users, including the automotive, aerospace, construction, and industrial markets. The company has a footpri...

Sector: PAINTS, VARNISHES, LACQUERS, ENAMELS & ALLIED PRODS
Market Cap: $23.49B
Forward P/E: 11.6
52-Week Range: $93.39 - $133.43
Employees: 46,000

Overall Confidence: 65%

65% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

SECTOR 65% Confidence
🎯 PAINTS, VARNISHES, LACQUERS, ENAMELS & ALLIED PRODS sector moving together
This appears to be a sector-wide move. The PAINTS, VARNISHES, LACQUERS, ENAMELS & ALLIED PRODS sector is down 2.5% on average.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.1x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

PAINTS, VARNISHES, LACQUERS, ENAMELS & ALLIED PRODS sector: -2.5%

This appears to be a sector-wide move. Most PAINTS, VARNISHES, LACQUERS, ENAMELS & ALLIED PRODS stocks are moving in the same direction.

Market Comparison

PPG is significantly underperforming the market (-2.7% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.18%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.31%
PPG
This Stock
-2.50%
vs S&P 500: -2.68%
vs Nasdaq: -2.81%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, PPG is expected to trade between:
$98.67 - $103.76

Key Level to Watch

$96.64 support
Watch for breakdown below $101.72

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Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 3:34 PM (300 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bullish
Options Sentiment
0.25
Put/Call Ratio
94.2%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 3,398
Put Volume: 861
Total: 4,259

Historical Context

PPG has moved more than 3.0% down on 16 occasions in the past year.

31.2%
Continuation Rate
5/16 times continued down
-0.08%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Aug 10, 2026 (-3.5%) → Next day: +0.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is PPG stock down today?

This appears to be a sector-wide move. The PAINTS, VARNISHES, LACQUERS, ENAMELS & ALLIED PRODS sector is down 2.5% on average.

Is PPG stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, PPG shows 65% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the PPG stock price target?

PPG is currently trading at $101.73. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $98.67 - $103.76. See long-term price prediction →

Will PPG stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that PPG's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $96.64 (support).

Is PPG stock oversold or overbought?

PPG's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 38.5. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for PPG stock?

PPG's 10-day momentum indicator is at -0.78. Negative momentum - the stock has mild downward pressure which may continue short-term.

Is PPG outperforming or underperforming the market?

PPG (-2.50%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-2.7% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.18%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.31%.

What does MACD indicate for PPG?

PPG's MACD (-1.76) is currently above the signal line (-1.94), indicating a bullish trend. This technical signal suggests buying pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 18.2) is weak.

Is PPG in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, PPG is in a bearish trend. The price ($101.73) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($106.58) and 50-day SMA ($111.29). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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