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SHW Stock Analyst Ratings, Estimated Earnings and Price Targets

NYSE : SHW

Sherwin-Williams

$321.95
8.25+2.63%
At Close 4:00 PM
55.41
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SHW Stock 12 Month Analyst Forecast

According to evaluations from 33 analysts over the past year, the consensus analyst rating for SHW stock is "Buy". The average price target based on the past year stands at $386.09, with estimates ranging from $296.00 to $422.00.

Eps Overview

Growth Next 5yrs
10.19%
Last Quarter
$3.59
Past Year
$10.26
Growth Past 5yrs
6.86%
Next Quarter
$2.28
Estimate Next Year
$8.95

Consensus Rating

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Consensus Price Target

Highest Price Target

$422.00

34.52% Upside

Mean Price Target

$386.09

23.08% Upside

Lowest Price Target

$296.00

-5.64% Downside

Recent Analyst Ratings

Upgrades, Downgrades, New Coverage

Last Updated On Mar 23, 2026

Actual EPS vs Estimated EPS

SHW Earnings Per Share (EPS) History

According to financial reports, SHW (NYSE: SHW) reported an actual EPS of $3.59 for the quarter ending on Oct 28, 2025, compared to an estimated $3.45, resulting in a 4.06% surprise. In the prior quarter (Jul 22, 2025), SHW recorded an actual EPS of $3.38 with a -10.11% surprise. See SHW's full earnings history.

Earnings History

EPS Surprise Factor Analysis

SHW has experienced notable EPS surprises, with the latest quarter ending Oct 28, 2025 showing a 4.06% beat. Previously, the quarter ending Jul 22, 2025 recorded a -10.11% miss. An EPS surprise factor indicates how much actual earnings deviate from analyst forecasts.

Report DateActualForecastSurprise Factor
Oct 28, 20253.593.45+4.06%
Jul 22, 20253.383.76-10.11%
Apr 29, 20252.252.15+4.65%
Jan 30, 20252.092.06+1.46%
Oct 22, 20243.73.56+3.93%
Jul 23, 20243.73.49+6.02%

After EPS Prices

SHW stock frequently reacts to earnings reports. Following the Oct 28, 2025 earnings, the share price saw a -5.18% drop before closing. On the 7th day after the report, SHW shares recorded a -5.87% decline. Analyze historical SHW stock performance post-earnings.

Earning DateBefore EPS ChangeNext Day Closing Price7th Day Closing Price
Oct 28, 2025$336.08-5.18%$345.73-2.46%$333.66-5.87%
Jul 22, 2025$341.30+0.36%$342.94+0.84%$330.88-2.70%
Apr 29, 2025$332.20-4.58%$352.92+1.38%$353.57+1.56%
Jan 30, 2025$360.41-1.41%$358.16-2.02%$359.16-1.75%
Oct 22, 2024$381.75+5.64%$362.72+0.37%$358.77-0.72%
Jul 23, 2024$322.35-6.43%$332.02-3.62%$350.38+1.71%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SHW stock getting favorable reviews from Wall Street analysts?
Brokerage firms have given SHW stock an average recommendation of Buy. 33 analysts have given their ratings to SHW out of which 14 analysts have given strong buy call, 9 analysts have given buy call, 9 analysts rate it hold, 1 analysts advocate strong sell call, and 0 analysts has given sell rating. The average target price of $386.09 gives the stock implied upside of roughly 23.08% over the next year or so.
What have analysts suggested for SHW highest price target?
Analysts suggest SHW's stock price would rise to a high of $422.00.
What is the lowest price target analysts expect for SHW over the next year?
Within the next 12 months, analysts predict the SHW stock price could move to $296.00.
What is the average target price for SHW?
SHW stock has an average analyst estimate of $386.09.
At its current price, how far is SHW from its average target price?
SHW shares are currently trading 23.08% above this price target.
What were SHW’s actual earnings per share for the recent quarter?
Its quarterly earnings per share (EPS) came in at $3.59 versus consensus estimates of $3.45, and below the comparable year-ago quarter’s EPS of $3.70.
What are the current estimates for quarterly and annual earnings per share?
SHW's forecasts by analysts estimating quarterly EPS at $2.28 and $8.95 for the whole year.
What has SHW's growth been in the past five years and what is expected in the next five years?
The analysts have projected 10.19% EPS growth for SHW in the next five years, compared to growth rates of 6.86% in the past five years.
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