Discontinued — last reported Q4 '21

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Operating Loss Carryforwards

PPG Industries Operating Loss Carryforwards decreased by 19.1% to $190.00M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric declined by 19.1%, from $235.00M to $190.00M. Over 5 years (FY 2020 to FY 2025), Operating Loss Carryforwards shows relatively stable performance with a -0.3% CAGR. This decline may warrant attention — for this metric, higher values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionOther
CategoryEfficiency
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2019
Last reportedQ4 2021

How to read this metric

An increase indicates a larger pool of losses available to shield future profits from taxation.

Detailed definition

This represents the accumulated net operating losses that the company can carry forward to offset future taxable income....

Peer comparison

Commonly disclosed by large firms with cyclical earnings or recent restructuring events.

Metric ID: other_operating_loss_carryforwards

Historical Data

5 periods
 Q4 '21Q4 '22Q4 '23Q4 '24Q4 '25
Value$183.00M$150.00M$158.00M$235.00M$190.00M
QoQ Change—-18.0%+5.3%+48.7%-19.1%
YoY Change—-18.0%+5.3%+48.7%-19.1%
Range$150.00M – $235.00M
CAGR+3.8%
Avg YoY Growth+4.2%
Median YoY Growth-6.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PPG Industries's operating loss carryforwards?
PPG Industries (PPG) reported operating loss carryforwards of $190.00M in Q4 2025.
How has PPG Industries's operating loss carryforwards changed year-over-year?
PPG Industries's operating loss carryforwards decreased by 19.1% year-over-year, from $235.00M to $190.00M.
What is the long-term trend for PPG Industries's operating loss carryforwards?
Over 5 years (2020 to 2025), PPG Industries's operating loss carryforwards has grown at a -0.3% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $193.00M to $190.00M.
What does operating loss carryforwards mean?
Past financial losses that can be used to lower future tax bills.