PPG Industries Set to Launch VISUALIZID Software in U.S. and Canada

PPG Industries, Inc. PPG announced that it will make its advanced PPG VisualizID software available for the PPG Delfleet Evolution commercial vehicle coatings system in the United States and Canada. This move would mark a step forward in digital color-matching technology for commercial vehicle repairs.

The integration will provide PPG’s customers with an intuitive, digital solution to simplify and accelerate the color identification and selection process. Given the reliability and range of color options, the PPG Delfleet Evolution coating system is designed to meet the tough standards of commercial vehicle makers and heavy-duty repair shops, delivering durable, high-quality results for both single-stage and basecoat/clearcoat finishes.

This launch follows the successful accessibility to VisualizID across other PPG coating systems and reinforces the company’s commitment to expanding digital innovation within its Automotive Refinish business. The new technology eradicates the need for physical color tools. The VisualizID software will enable users to view, compare and select colors accurately. It will speed up the process, enhancing productivity and color-matching confidence.

PPG’s shares have lost 18.2% over the past year compared with the industry’s 9.6% decline.

PPG’s Zacks Rank & Key Picks

PPG currently has a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).

Some better-ranked stocks in the Basic Materials space are Kinross Gold Corporation KGC, Fortuna Mining Corp. FSM and Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited HMY.

At present, KGC sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), while FSM and HMY carry a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) each. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for KGC’s current-year earnings is pegged at $1.67 per share, indicating a rise of 145.59%. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters, with an average surprise of 17.37%. KGC’s shares have risen 177.1% in the past year.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for FSM’s current fiscal-year earnings is pinned at 76 cents per share, indicating a 65.22% year-over-year increase.Its shares have surged 83% in the past year.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for HMY’s 2026 earnings is pegged at $2.68 per share, indicating a rise of 111.02% from year-ago levels. HMY’s shares have gained 111.5% in the past year.

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