Sherwin-Williams (SHW) Stock Overview
Engages in the development, manufacture, distribution, and sale of paint, coatings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial and retail customers. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 1/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 2/6 |
| Dividends | 4/6 |
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Analyst Price Targets
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$340.85 |
| 52 Week High | US$379.65 |
| 52 Week Low | US$289.86 |
| Beta | 1.1 |
| 1 Month Change | -1.50% |
| 3 Month Change | 7.19% |
| 1 Year Change | -0.75% |
| 3 Year Change | 24.60% |
| 5 Year Change | 14.78% |
| Change since IPO | 68,070.00% |
Recent News & Updates
Analysis Article • 13h
The Sherwin-Williams Company (NYSE:SHW) Just Reported Second-Quarter Earnings: Have Analysts Changed Their Mind On The Stock?
The Sherwin-Williams Company ( NYSE:SHW ) defied analyst predictions to release its second-quarter results, which were...Seeking Alpha • Jul 29
Sherwin-Williams: Solid Results And Strong Pricing Power Keep It A Buy
Summary Sherwin-Williams delivered a strong Q2 2026, with double-beat results and 7.6% year-over-year revenue growth to $6.79B. SHW raised full-year 2026 EPS guidance to $11.80–$12.20, reflecting robust pricing power and segment gains, despite integration and margin headwinds from Suvinil. My free cash flow valuation model indicates SHW trades at a 12% discount to fair value, supporting a continued Buy rating. SHW's long-term return potential remains attractive at 12.36%, driven by pricing power, disciplined capital allocation, and resilient segment performance. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jul 28
SHW: Industrial Strength And Housing Risks Will Shape Post Earnings Trajectory
The analyst price target for Sherwin-Williams is updated from $331.33 to $340.00 as analysts factor in relatively supportive industrial demand, milder raw material inflation, and company-specific share gain potential, despite mixed views on the housing backdrop. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Sherwin-Williams show a split picture.Recent updates
Analysis Article • 13h
The Sherwin-Williams Company (NYSE:SHW) Just Reported Second-Quarter Earnings: Have Analysts Changed Their Mind On The Stock?
The Sherwin-Williams Company ( NYSE:SHW ) defied analyst predictions to release its second-quarter results, which were...Seeking Alpha • Jul 29
Sherwin-Williams: Solid Results And Strong Pricing Power Keep It A Buy
Summary Sherwin-Williams delivered a strong Q2 2026, with double-beat results and 7.6% year-over-year revenue growth to $6.79B. SHW raised full-year 2026 EPS guidance to $11.80–$12.20, reflecting robust pricing power and segment gains, despite integration and margin headwinds from Suvinil. My free cash flow valuation model indicates SHW trades at a 12% discount to fair value, supporting a continued Buy rating. SHW's long-term return potential remains attractive at 12.36%, driven by pricing power, disciplined capital allocation, and resilient segment performance. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Jul 28
SHW: Industrial Strength And Housing Risks Will Shape Post Earnings Trajectory
The analyst price target for Sherwin-Williams is updated from $331.33 to $340.00 as analysts factor in relatively supportive industrial demand, milder raw material inflation, and company-specific share gain potential, despite mixed views on the housing backdrop. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Sherwin-Williams show a split picture.Analysis Article • Jun 22
Sherwin Williams (SHW) Stock Could Be 14% Undervalued After Earnings And Outlook Hold
Why Sherwin-Williams Stock Is Back in Focus After Earnings and Financing Moves Sherwin-Williams (SHW) is drawing fresh investor attention after reporting revenues that exceeded analyst expectations, confirming full-year guidance and, separately, extending $200,000,000 in credit commitments out to 2031. The earnings report highlighted what management described as strong sales in a challenging global environment with demand softness still present. However, the stock moved lower after the...
Narrative Update • Jun 17
SHW: Housing And Raw Material Headwinds Will Test Future Pricing Power
The analyst price target for Sherwin-Williams has been reduced by about $15 as analysts weigh lower fair value and P/E assumptions against updated expectations for revenue growth and profit margins in a more challenging housing and raw materials backdrop. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Sherwin-Williams highlights a mix of optimism and caution, with several firms adjusting price targets and ratings as they reassess valuation, housing exposure and raw material pressures.Narrative Update • Jun 02
SHW: Future Housing Recovery And AkzoNobel Bid Will Test Rebound Potential
Analysts have adjusted the Sherwin-Williams fair value estimate from $312.90 to $331.33. This reflects updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E, even as several recent research notes cite a less supportive U.S. housing market and reduced price targets across the Street.Narrative Update • May 09
SHW: Future Execution Risks And Legal Overhang Will Meet Steadier Buybacks And Dividend
The analyst price target for Sherwin-Williams has shifted slightly lower to $312.90 from $316.43, as analysts factor in more cautious assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, while also reflecting a series of recent target cuts and rating changes across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Sherwin-Williams has tilted more cautious, with several bearish analysts trimming price targets and reassessing their expectations for the stock.Narrative Update • Apr 25
SHW: Future Execution Risks And Legal Overhang Counterbalanced By Dividend And Buybacks
Analysts have nudged the Sherwin-Williams fair value estimate slightly lower, trimming it by about $1 to reflect reduced revenue growth assumptions, a modestly higher discount rate, and updated P/E expectations after a series of recent price target cuts and downgrades across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Sherwin-Williams has leaned more cautious, with a cluster of price target cuts and at least one downgrade in a short span.Narrative Update • Apr 08
SHW: Fair Valuation Balances Execution Risks With Dividend And Buyback Support
Analysts have trimmed Sherwin-Williams' fair value estimate by about $3 to $317.76, reflecting recent cuts to Street price targets along with updated assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Sherwin-Williams shows a shift in tone, with several bearish analysts cutting price targets and questioning how much upside is left at current valuations.Narrative Update • Mar 24
SHW: Premium Multiple Will Face Mixed Macro And Execution Risks In 2026
Analysts have trimmed their aggregate Sherwin-Williams price targets by a few dollars, reflecting updated models that factor in a fair value estimate near $321, a slightly lower discount rate, and modest adjustments to revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions following recent earnings and sector wide revisions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Sherwin-Williams has featured a mix of price target increases, trims, and rating changes, with several bearish analysts highlighting valuation and execution questions alongside more constructive voices that still carry Buy or Outperform ratings.Narrative Update • Mar 10
SHW: Mixed Rating Resets And Active Capital Returns Will Shape Future Pricing Power
The updated analyst price target for Sherwin-Williams reflects a modest fair value adjustment of about $1. Analysts are factoring in slightly lower discount rate and revenue growth assumptions, a small trim to expected profit margins, and a marginally higher future P/E multiple following recent earnings and mixed, but active, target revisions across the Street.Narrative Update • Feb 24
SHW: Mixed Rating Resets And Measured Outlook Will Shape Future Pricing Power
Analysts have nudged their Sherwin-Williams price expectations higher, with recent target changes clustered in roughly a $5 to $20 range as they refresh models following earnings, while adjusting for valuation views and mixed sector readthroughs. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Sherwin-Williams reflect a mix of optimism and caution, with several firms fine-tuning price targets by increments of roughly $5 to $20 and a few shifting ratings as they reset expectations after earnings.Narrative Update • Feb 09
SHW: Mixed Rating Shifts And Modest Outlook Tweaks Will Test Pricing Power
The Analyst Price Target for Sherwin-Williams has been lifted by about $1 to $387.43, as analysts factor in a slightly lower discount rate and modest tweaks to revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions following a mix of recent target raises and trims across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Sherwin-Williams reflects a mix of higher and lower price targets, along with at least one upgrade and one downgrade, creating a balanced but divided view on the shares.Narrative Update • Jan 26
SHW: Mixed Rating Shifts And CFO Transition Will Test Pricing Power
The analyst price target for Sherwin-Williams edges slightly lower by about US$0.33 as analysts weigh recent mixed research, including small downward target revisions and a valuation-driven downgrade, alongside some supportive target hikes and an upgrade to Buy. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts are lifting price targets to levels such as about US$400 and US$371, signaling confidence that Sherwin-Williams can justify higher valuations if it executes well.Narrative Update • Jan 12
SHW: Pricing Power And Margins Will Be Tested In Mixed Chemicals Backdrop
Narrative Update We are making a small upward adjustment to our Sherwin-Williams price target of about $0.80, reflecting analysts' mixed but generally constructive updates to revenue growth, margins, and long term P/E assumptions following recent Street research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Sherwin-Williams shows a mix of optimism and caution, with price targets clustered in a relatively tight range and ratings spread between Neutral and Buy.Narrative Update • Dec 25
SHW: Premium Multiple Will Face Macro Headwinds Amid Cautious Earnings Outlook
Sherwin-Williams' analyst-derived fair value estimate has been raised by about $39 to approximately $317 per share, as analysts factor in modestly stronger long term revenue growth expectations and a higher forward P/E multiple. This comes even as they acknowledge a tougher macro environment and a slightly lower margin outlook highlighted in recent Street research.Narrative Update • Dec 11
SHW: Pricing Power And Margin Discipline Will Drive Upside Through Macro Volatility
The analyst price target for Sherwin-Williams has been modestly increased to about $386 from roughly $386, as analysts balance cautious views on a challenging macro environment and uneven end markets with support from select target raises and an unchanged long-term earnings multiple outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Sherwin-Williams reflect a mixed but generally constructive stance, with modest target changes capturing both improving company specific execution and ongoing macro uncertainty across key end markets.Narrative Update • Nov 27
SHW: Share Gains And Market Recovery Will Fuel Upside In Coming Quarters
Sherwin-Williams' average analyst price target has seen only modest movement recently, as analysts adjust forecasts in response to mixed macroeconomic signals and ongoing uncertainty in industrial demand. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates present a mixed picture of Sherwin-Williams' outlook, with analysts divided on the company’s ability to navigate current economic headwinds and maintain growth momentum.Narrative Update • Nov 12
SHW: Market Rebound Will Drive an Upswing Following Recent Executive Changes
The analyst price target for Sherwin-Williams has increased modestly to approximately $386.52 from $378.43. Analysts cite a mixed outlook with incremental improvements in revenue growth expectations despite ongoing macroeconomic challenges.Narrative Update • Oct 29
Execution Will Drive Recovery Amid Demand Challenges And Macro Uncertainty
The analyst consensus price target for Sherwin-Williams has decreased slightly by $1.10 to $378.43. Analysts cite ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty, weaker margins, and inconsistent demand across key end markets.Analysis Article • Sep 23
The Sherwin-Williams Company's (NYSE:SHW) Price Is Out Of Tune With Earnings
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 33.8x The Sherwin-Williams Company ( NYSE:SHW ) may be sending very...Analysis Article • Sep 08
Is Now An Opportune Moment To Examine The Sherwin-Williams Company (NYSE:SHW)?
Let's talk about the popular The Sherwin-Williams Company ( NYSE:SHW ). The company's shares saw a decent share price...Narrative Update • Sep 04
Expanding Store Footprint And Global Markets Will Unlock Opportunities
Sherwin-Williams faces persistent volume and demand weakness leading to downward guidance revisions and "messy" recent earnings, but ongoing investment and market share gains position the company for future recovery, with the analyst price target effectively unchanged at $379.52. Analyst Commentary Volume growth remains elusive and housing-related demand is weak, leading to downward guidance revisions.Seeking Alpha • Apr 21
Sherwin-Williams: Is This Best-In-Class Company Worth The Premium Right Now?
Summary The Sherwin-Williams Company is a well-managed company with a history of outperforming the S&P 500, boasting strong profitability, sustained gross margins, and consistent dividend increases. Despite its dominance and growth potential, SHW stock is currently overvalued with a P/E above 30, suggesting investors may find better entry points later. The company’s growth is driven by its three segments: paint stores, consumer brands, and performance coatings, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Given the current valuation and macroeconomic uncertainties, I rate Sherwin-Williams as a "hold" and recommend monitoring for better entry points below $300. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNew Narrative • Apr 08
Sales And Digital Tools Will Secure Future Success
Strategic investments and targeted price increases are expected to drive revenue growth and expand margins, enhancing market share.Seeking Alpha • Feb 24
Sherwin-Williams: Long-Term Value Creator At Work
Summary Sherwin-Williams trades at a demanding near 30 times earnings, despite modest revenue growth and higher interest rates impacting capital-intensive end markets. The company maintains a sound capital allocation strategy, focusing on dividends, M&A, and share buybacks, with a 45-year streak of dividend increases. Recent acquisition of BASF's Brazilian Architectural Business for $1.15 billion is a modest bolt-on deal, adding 2.3% to pro forma sales, at relatively interesting pricing. Despite solid long-term performance, I remain cautious and patient, waiting for better entry opportunities given the current high valuation. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 05
The Sherwin-Williams Company: Macro Uncertainty Weigh On Near-Term Outlook
Summary Downgrade Sherwin-Williams to hold due to macro uncertainty in the US housing market impacting near-term volume demand and valuation concerns. PSG remains SHW's key growth driver, showing resilience with price increases and strong brand strength despite a weak macro environment. Management's cost control efforts are commendable, with improved gross margins and conservative SG&A growth guidance for FY25. Valuation concerns arise as SHW's 5% earnings growth outlook may not justify its current high multiple, prompting a more conservative stance. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| SHW | US Chemicals | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 7.4% | 2.1% | 0.5% |
| 1Y | -0.7% | 8.8% | 16.5% |
Return vs Industry: SHW underperformed the US Chemicals industry which returned 8.8% over the past year.
Return vs Market: SHW underperformed the US Market which returned 16.5% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| SHW volatility | |
|---|---|
| SHW Average Weekly Movement | 4.8% |
| Chemicals Industry Average Movement | 5.9% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.3% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: SHW has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: SHW's weekly volatility (5%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1866 | 64,249 | Heidi Petz | www.sherwin-williams.com |
The Sherwin-Williams Company engages in the development, manufacture, distribution, and sale of paint, coatings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial and retail customers. The company operates through three segments: Paint Stores Group, Consumer Brands Group, and Performance Coatings Group. The Paint Stores Group segment offers architectural paint and coatings; protective and marine products; and OEM product finishes and related products for architectural and industrial paint contractors, and do-it-yourself homeowners under the Sherwin-Williams brand.
The Sherwin-Williams Company Fundamentals Summary
| SHW fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$83.22b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$2.69b |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$24.41b |
30.6x
P/E Ratio3.4x
P/S RatioIs SHW overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| SHW income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$24.41b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$12.45b |
| Gross Profit | US$11.96b |
| Other Expenses | US$9.27b |
| Earnings | US$2.69b |
Last Reported Earnings
Jun 30, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 11.14 |
| Gross Margin | 48.98% |
| Net Profit Margin | 11.01% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 334.4% |
How did SHW perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
0.9%
Current Dividend Yield29%
Payout RatioDoes SHW pay a reliable dividends?
See SHW dividend history and benchmarks| Sherwin-Williams dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | Aug 21 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Sep 11 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 20 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 41 days |
Does SHW pay a reliable dividends?
See SHW dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/07/31 21:48 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/07/31 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
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Analyst Sources
The Sherwin-Williams Company is covered by 45 analysts. 22 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| William Selesky | Argus Research Company |
| Ghansham Panjabi | Baird |
| Michael Leithead | Barclays |