PPG Industries recently reported record first quarter 2014 net sales from continuing operations of $3.6 billion, up $528 million (17%) compared to the prior year. First quarter 2014 reported net income from continuing operations was $277 million, and adjusted net income from continuing operations was $279 million.
Performance Coatings segment net sales for the quarter were $2 billion, up $429 million (27%). Acquired businesses increased sales by 23% year-over-year, and segment volume growth added 3%, with currency translation and price accounting for the remaining net sales change.