SHW stock forecast: what analysts expect
Wall Street analysts covering The Sherwin-Williams Company currently rate the stock a Buy on average, with a mean 12-month price target of $390.10 — +8.3% versus the last price of $360.20. Targets reflect analyst opinion, not a guarantee.
SHW historical returns
Based on monthly dividend-adjusted prices. See the full breakdown on what if you had invested in SHW.
SHW annual returns by year
Congress trading in SHW
22 members of Congress have disclosed trading SHW — 24 purchases and 16 sales worth an estimated $436,002. Most recent disclosure: May 12, 2026.
See who in Congress traded SHW →Insider activity in SHW
SHW's own executives and directors have made 0 open-market purchases ($0) and 1 sale ($2.9M) in the last 90 days, per SEC Form 4 filings. Most recent: Aug 7, 2026.
| Aug 7, 2026 | Jorgenrud Karl J | President, Glob. Industrial | Sell | $2.9M |
About The Sherwin-Williams Company
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 Consumer Brands Group segment supplies a portfolio of branded and private-label architectural paints, stains, varnishes, industrial products, wood finishes products, wood preservatives, applicators, corrosion inhibitors, aerosols, caulks, and adhesives to retailers, including home centers and hardware stores, and dedicated dealers and distributors. The Performance Coatings Group segment develops and sells industrial coatings for wood finishing and general industrial applications; automotive refinish products; protective and marine coatings; coil coatings; packaging coatings; and performance-based resins and colorants. This segment serves retailers, dealers, jobbers, licensees, and other third-party distributors. The company operates in North America, South America, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia, and Australia. The Sherwin-Williams Company was founded in 1866 and is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
SHW Key Statistics
SHW in plain English
- P/E ratio (33.7) — how many dollars you pay for each $1 of SHW's yearly profit. That's a fairly normal range.
- ROE (65.12%) — how efficiently the company turns shareholders' money into profit. Above ~20% is considered strong.
- Profit margin (11.01%) — of every $1 in sales, this is what's left as profit after all costs.
- Dividend yield (0.88%) — the cash payout you'd earn per year as a % of the share price, on top of any price gains.
SHW stock: frequently asked questions
What is The Sherwin-Williams Company's stock price today?
The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) last traded at $360.20 on the NYSE. Over the past 52 weeks the stock has traded between $289.86 and $379.65.
Is SHW stock a buy or a sell?
Wall Street analysts' consensus rating on SHW is "Buy", with an average 12-month price target of $390.10 — about +8.3% versus the current price of $360.20. Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees; always do your own research.
How much would $1,000 invested in SHW 10 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in The Sherwin-Williams Company made 10 years ago would be worth about $4,164 today (dividends reinvested) — a total return of 316%, or 15.3% per year.
Does SHW pay a dividend?
Yes. The Sherwin-Williams Company currently pays a dividend yielding about 0.88% per year at today's share price.
What is SHW's P/E ratio?
SHW trades at a trailing price-to-earnings ratio of 33.7, and 26.5 times expected forward earnings. The P/E ratio tells you how many dollars investors pay for each $1 of the company's annual profit.
Do members of Congress trade SHW stock?
Yes — 22 members of Congress have disclosed trades in SHW under the STOCK Act, totaling 24 purchases and 16 sales worth an estimated $436,002.
What is The Sherwin-Williams Company's ticker symbol?
The Sherwin-Williams Company trades under the ticker symbol SHW on the NYSE.
Compare SHW with peers
Data last refreshed from public sources. Figures may be delayed. Not investment advice.