PPG Industries is a diversified coatings producer and the No. 2 global producer of paints and coatings. PPG is a No. 1 or No. 2 producer in nearly every major end market, including auto OEM, aerospace, and auto refinishing. PPG's coatings sales are split relatively evenly among North America, Western Europe, and emerging markets. Founded in 1883, PPG is based in Pittsburgh. The company has approximately 46,000 employees and operates in over 50 countries. PPG shares are a component of the S&P 500 index.

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PPG is the world’s second-largest producer of paints and coatings. PPG's products are sold to a wide variety of end users, including industrial segments such as automotive, aerospace, and protective and marine, as well as paint contractors and do-it-yourself customers. The company has a footprint in many regions around the globe, with less than half of sales coming from North America in recent years.

PPG is the world’s second-largest producer of paints and coatings. PPG's products are sold to a wide variety of end users, including industrial segments such as automotive, aerospace, and protective and marine, as well as paint contractors and do-it-yourself customers. The company has a footprint in many regions around the globe, with less than half of sales coming from North America in recent years.