Pittsburgh-based PPG Industries reported that net income...

Pittsburgh-based PPG Industries reported that net income for the final quarter of 1985 declined 10% from the like 1984 quarter. Revenues for the year rose about $100 million to $4.3 billion. Weakness in chemicals products and the interest costs related to PPG’s purchase of treasury stock had negative effects on the company’s earnings. PPG is a major manufacturer of glass, coatings, resins and chemicals.