SHERWIN WILLIAMS CO SHW 82.1
Materials · NYSE · Data as of 2026-10-27
SHERWIN WILLIAMS CO (SHW) has delivered +7.1% annualized revenue growth, +9.5% earnings growth, and +12.0% dividend growth over 10 years of data. Ranked #82 of 1968 stocks overall and #3 of 153 in the Materials sector by Steady Score.
About SHERWIN WILLIAMS CO
Company Overview
Sherwin-Williams manufactures, distributes and sells paints, coatings and related products to professional, industrial, commercial and retail customers. Its company-operated stores serve painting contractors and consumers with architectural paint, stains and supplies, while other businesses provide coatings for packaging, transportation, wood, protective, marine and general industrial applications. Products are sold under Sherwin-Williams, Valspar and numerous specialized brands through distribution channels worldwide.
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Business Model & Revenue
Revenue comes from paint and coating sales through a vertically integrated store network, independent retailers, distributors and direct industrial relationships. The Paint Stores Group combines manufacturing with local distribution and frequent contractor service, while Consumer Brands and Performance Coatings reach retail and industrial channels. Pricing, product mix and productivity offset changes in raw materials and freight. Demand follows maintenance, remodeling, construction and industrial production.
Key Facts & Market Position
Sherwin-Williams reports Paint Stores Group, Consumer Brands Group and Performance Coatings Group. Its extensive North American store network creates convenient access and close ties with professional painters, while coatings technology and global manufacturing broaden the business. Brand strength and scale support its position, but housing activity, industrial cycles and petrochemical-based input costs influence performance.