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SHW·The Sherwin-Williams Company

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+. (+.%)
After Hours
High
$337.20
Open
$333.98
Market Cap
83.01B
52W High
$379.65
Low
$331.73
P. Close
$334.00
P/E
31.93
52W Low
$289.86
Fwd P/E
25.18
DailyIQ Est.
$383.72
Technical Score (1D)
64
BUY
News Sentiment
54
MIXED
The most recent commentary highlights a debate over whether Sherwin‑Williams trades at a lower or higher price‑to‑earnings ratio than NVIDIA, creating uncertainty about its relative valuation. Regardless of the P/E comparison, the analysis underscores SHW’s 47‑year dividend streak, higher dividend growth and a lower beta, positioning it as a more attractive income anchor for retirees. The same piece notes that SHW’s paint business benefits from steady construction demand, which could support revenue even as broader market volatility rises. A separate 21‑hour‑old report shows that a market‑wide selloff triggered by President Trump’s announcement of an Iran ceasefire ending has pushed crude prices and 10‑year Treasury yields higher. The spike in yields threatens to lift mortgage rates, tightening financing for large infrastructure projects that drive demand for SHW’s coatings. Because SHW’s production is energy‑intensive and relies on heavy transportation, the higher crude prices directly increase operating expenses and could compress margins in the near term. For the next 1–10 trading days, the combination of elevated borrowing costs and rising input prices may dampen revenue growth, while the dividend‑growth profile could still attract income‑focused investors. Traders should watch Treasury yields, crude‑oil prices, and mortgage‑rate movements for signs of further margin pressure. Additionally, any update on SHW’s earnings guidance or dividend policy will be critical to gauge whether the company can maintain its income stability amid the cost‑driven environment.
Earnings Summary
SHW is a global leader in paints and coatings, manufacturing, distributing, and selling architectural, protective, and performance coatings to professionals, industrial clients, and retail consumers across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Operating through three key segments, the company has maintained a strong market presence in the specialty chemicals space. In the most recent two quarters, Sherwin‑Williams reported EPS of $2.23 in Q4 2025 and $2.35 in Q1 2026, both beating estimates of $2.18 and $2.27 respectively, while revenue rose modestly from $5.60 billion to $5.67 billion; in contrast, the prior two quarters saw higher EPS of $3.38 and $3.59 and revenue of $6.31 billion and $6.36 billion, indicating a deceleration in earnings and top‑line growth. Over the past six quarters, the paintmaker has beaten analyst expectations in five out of six reports, with the only miss occurring in Q2 2025 when EPS fell short of the $3.81 estimate, yet the company still posted a strong revenue of $6.31 billion. Historically, Sherwin‑Williams has shown resilient profitability, consistently outperforming peers even when revenue growth slows, and has maintained a solid cash‑flow profile that supports dividend stability. Recent news highlights BMO Capital’s upgrade of the price target to $400, citing guidance that suggests stronger revenue growth and a narrowing cost base; the firm also announced a digital partnership with Square under its Digital Alliance Program, which could enhance transaction volumes for PRO+ customers; and the company’s removal from the Russell 1000 Dynamic Index may trigger rebalancing by index‑tracking funds. Investors should watch for the July 28 earnings release and the accompanying conference call for updates on revenue and margin guidance, raw‑material cost trends, and segment‑level performance, as these factors will be key to validating the upgraded outlook and determining the next quarter’s operating trajectory.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$1.91$2.45$2.98$3.52$4.05Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$3.52 - -
Q1'26$2.27$2.35+3.6%
Q4'25$2.18$2.23+2.1%
Q3'25$3.44$3.59+4.4%
Q2'25$3.81$3.38-11.2%
Q1'25$2.16$2.25+4.1%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$5.1B$5.5B$6.0B$6.4B$6.9BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$6.7B - -
Q1'26$5.6B$5.7B+1.9%
Q4'25$5.6B$5.6B-0.1%
Q3'25 - $6.4B -
Q2'25 - $6.3B -
Q1'25 - $5.3B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

SHW Stock Snapshot

SHW is currently trading at $333.99, giving The Sherwin-Williams Company a market cap of 83.01B and a P/E ratio of 31.9. Today's range spans $331.73–$337.20, with shares opening at $333.98 and moving down $0.01 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 64/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 54/100.

Over the past year SHW has traded between $289.86 and $379.65 - the current price is +15.2% off the 52-week low and -12.0% from the high. 32 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $378.90 (range $330.00–$420.00), implying upside of +13.4%.

The quality factor scores well for The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) even in a HOLD phase - at 83.01B in Basic Materials market cap with a 64/100 technical read (HOLD) and neutral sentiment (54/100), the stock's balance sheet and earnings stability attract defensive allocators who don't need a mixed signal to hold the position. (P/E: 31.9) Price: $333.99 (in the middle of its 52-week range). Range: $289.86–$379.65.

The 52-week range of $289.86–$379.65 for SHW provides the structural reference that options traders, systematic funds, and discretionary managers all anchor to — and at $333.99 (in the middle of its 52-week range), the stock sits in a zone where the next 5–10% move will likely define which crowd was right. A HOLD signal at 64/100 and neutral news backdrop (54/100) don't break the tie yet, but they narrow the probability distribution toward the upside.