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The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) Stock Grade

SHW · Basic Materials

B+
Grade updated: August 16, 2026
Computed by the GradeMyInvestments scoring model from revenue growth, profitability, balance-sheet strength, and analyst targets.
Market Cap
$87.2B
P/E Ratio
31.1
Revenue Growth (YoY)
+2.1%
Net Margin
10.9%
Return on Equity
55.9%
Dividend Yield
1.0%

About The Sherwin-Williams Company's fundamentals

Sherwin-Williams is a large-cap specialty chemicals company with a market capitalization of $87.2 billion, currently trading at a P/E ratio of 31.1, which reflects a premium valuation relative to the broader market. The company generated 2.1% year-over-year revenue growth with a net profit margin of 10.9%, indicating healthy profitability despite modest topline expansion. Return on equity stands at an exceptionally strong 55.9%, demonstrating the company's efficient use of shareholder capital to generate earnings. The company returns capital to shareholders through a modest dividend yield of 1.0%.

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