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SHW·The Sherwin-Williams Company

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After Hours
High
$336.80
Open
$333.12
Market Cap
81.03B
52W High
$379.65
Low
$327.38
P. Close
$329.00
P/E
31.17
52W Low
$289.86
Fwd P/E
24.76
DailyIQ Est.
$383.72
Technical Score (1D)
45
NEUTRAL
News Sentiment
54
MIXED
Rising crude prices and a spike in the 10‑year Treasury yield, triggered by President Trump’s announcement that the Iran ceasefire was over, have pushed Sherwin‑Williams’ operating costs higher and tightened financing for construction projects, which could dampen demand for its paint and coatings in the short term. The same market selloff has also reduced SHW’s share price, but the company’s robust dividend track record and lower beta may still make it an attractive income play for risk‑averse investors in the near term. In a separate development, SHW announced a partnership with Square to expand digital payment options for its PRO+ customers, a move that could improve transaction efficiency and potentially boost merchant services revenue, so traders should monitor the rollout timeline and any early revenue impact. The removal of SHW from the Russell 1000 Dynamic Index could alter index‑linked exposure for passive investors, so watch for any subsequent changes in institutional holdings that might affect liquidity. RBC Capital lifted its price target to $405 from $391, citing earnings momentum and improving margin dynamics, which signals confidence in SHW’s ability to sustain growth amid competitive pressures; traders should watch the upcoming earnings release for guidance on margin expansion. UBS and BMO also raised their targets to $365 and $400 respectively, reinforcing a bullish consensus that hinges on pricing power and cost control; keep an eye on any updates to raw material cost forecasts that could influence margin projections. Citi’s recent upgrade to Buy and a target of $380, driven by expectations of stronger gross margins and sustained demand, further underscores the sector’s resilience; monitor the Q2 earnings call for confirmation of these expectations. The comparison to NVIDIA in recent commentary highlights SHW’s lower valuation and stronger dividend growth, suggesting that income investors may favor SHW over high‑growth tech peers; watch for any shifts in investor sentiment that could redirect capital flows. Finally, with the Q2 2026 results set to be released on July 28 and a conference call scheduled for 10:00 a.m. EDT, the market will focus on revenue, margin guidance and any updates to paint demand trends, so traders should be ready for potential volatility around the earnings announcement.
Earnings Summary
Sherwin‑Williams, a global leader in paints and coatings, operates through architectural, protective, and performance coatings segments, serving professionals, industrial clients, and retail consumers across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Australia; it is a key player in the specialty chemicals sector of basic materials. In the most recent quarters, the company posted EPS of $2.09 in Q4 2024 and $2.25 in Q1 2025, both beating estimates of $2.06 and $2.16 respectively, while revenue grew modestly from $5.30 B to $5.31 B; Q2 2025 saw a $3.38 EPS miss against a $3.81 estimate but revenue surged to $6.31 B, followed by a $3.59 EPS beat in Q3 2025 and a $2.23 EPS beat in Q4 2025, with revenue slightly declining to $5.60 B; Q1 2026 delivered a $2.35 EPS beat over $2.27 and revenue rose to $5.67 B, indicating a rebound after the Q4 dip. Historically, Sherwin‑Williams has maintained a pattern of EPS beats in five of six quarters, with revenue growth accelerating in the second and third quarters of 2025 before moderating in the fourth quarter, suggesting a cyclical demand influence tied to construction activity. Recent news highlights a Square partnership aimed at streamlining professional customer transactions, removal from the Russell 1000 Dynamic Index, and multiple analyst upgrades to price targets, all underscoring market confidence in margin resilience amid rising raw‑material costs; however, elevated Treasury yields and crude prices pose potential margin compression risks. Investors should watch the upcoming Q2 2026 earnings release for guidance on revenue trajectory, margin expansion, and cost‑control initiatives, monitor early adoption metrics of the Square alliance, and keep an eye on macro‑economic indicators such as Treasury yields, crude‑oil prices, and mortgage rates that could influence construction demand and, consequently, paint sales.

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 $329.00, giving The Sherwin-Williams Company a market cap of 81.03B and a P/E ratio of 31.2. Today's range spans $327.38–$336.80, with shares opening at $333.12 and moving up $0.00 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 45/100 (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 +13.5% off the 52-week low and -13.3% 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 +15.2%.

Neutral technical setups in large-cap Basic Materials names are inherently unstable - they resolve. Right now, SHW (45/100, HOLD, price $329.00, in the middle of its 52-week range) is waiting for that resolution. Sentiment: neutral at 54/100. The current P/E ratio stands at 31.2. With 81.03B in market cap, the 52-week range of $289.86–$379.65 is where structural support and resistance live - and which one holds when the next catalyst hits will define the next trade.

Portfolio construction in Basic Materials often uses large-cap names like SHW as tactical swing positions during neutral phases: cheap enough to overweight, liquid enough to exit quickly, and large enough to provide meaningful sector beta. The current 45/100 (HOLD) at $329.00 (in the middle of its 52-week range) and neutral sentiment (54/100) frame the position as a catalyst play within the $289.86–$379.65 annual range rather than a directional bet.