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PPG Revenue Growth (YoY) Analysis

7.2%

Higher than 11% of Basic Materials sector peers

Updated 57h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Revenue growth (YoY) measures the percentage increase in sales compared to the same quarter last year; PPG's 7.2% means sales rose 7.2% from that prior-year period.

Sector Performance

11th percentile

PPG

7.2%

Sector Median

29.3%

Sector Avg

43.9%

Prior Period

6.7%(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

Revenue growth (YoY) measures the percentage increase in sales compared to the same quarter last year; PPG's 7.2% means sales rose 7.2% from that prior-year period.

This is far below the sector median of 40.9%, placing PPG in the 8th percentile among Basic Materials peers. The 8-quarter trend direction is not available, but the most recent quarter-over-quarter change is +7.5%, while the year-over-year change is listed as N/A; sequential historical values are 7.2% then 6.7% (most recent first). The combination of a low growth level relative to peers with a positive quarterly acceleration suggests near-term momentum but no catch-up to sector norms. For investment risk, the low percentile indicates below-average growth exposure, yet the QoQ rise

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Revenue Growth (YoY) tell investors about PPG?

Year-over-year revenue acceleration is one of the strongest signals of business momentum. Sustained >15% growth is rare and typically re-rated by the market.

How is the Revenue Growth (YoY) calculated?

Revenue Growth (YoY) is calculated as: (Revenue_t - Revenue_t-4) / Revenue_t-4.

How does PPG's Revenue Growth (YoY) compare to its sector?

PPG's Revenue Growth (YoY) of 7.2% compares to a Basic Materials sector median of 29.3%, placing it in the 11th percentile.

Who are PPG's closest peers by Revenue Growth (YoY)?

The closest Basic Materials peers by Revenue Growth (YoY) include: SILV (25.9%), ALB (32.7%), RIO (12.9%), PAAS (49.3%), APD (8.8%).

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The Formula

(Revenue_t - Revenue_t-4) / Revenue_t-4

Why It Matters

Year-over-year revenue acceleration is one of the strongest signals of business momentum. Sustained >15% growth is rare and typically re-rated by the market.