分组1 - Sherwin-Williams reported quarterly earnings of $2.25 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.18 per share, and showing an increase from $2.17 per share a year ago, representing an earnings surprise of 3.21% [1] - The company posted revenues of $5.31 billion for the quarter ended March 2025, which was below the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.76% and a decrease from $5.37 billion in the same quarter last year [2] - Over the last four quarters, Sherwin-Williams has surpassed consensus EPS estimates three times but has not beaten consensus revenue estimates [2] 分组2 - The stock has lost approximately 2.3% since the beginning of the year, while the S&P 500 has declined by 6% [3] - The current consensus EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter is $3.85 on revenues of $6.38 billion, and for the current fiscal year, it is $11.80 on revenues of $23.52 billion [7] - The Zacks Industry Rank for Chemical - Specialty is currently in the bottom 40% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating potential challenges for stock performance [8]

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS | | | 101 W. Prospect | Cleveland, Ohio | | (216) 566- | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | The Sherwin-Williams Company | • | Avenue | • 44115 | • | 2000 | The Sherwin-Williams Company Reports 2025 First Quarter Financial Results CLEVELAND, April 29, 2025 - The Sherwin-Williams Company (NYSE: SHW) announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. All comparisons are to the first quarter of the prior year, unless otherwise noted. • Consolidated Net sales decr ...

Core Insights - Sherwin-Williams reported solid first quarter results despite a choppy demand environment, with consolidated sales within guidance, driven by gross margin expansion and effective cost control [1][3] - The company executed a consistent capital allocation strategy, investing $351.7 million in share repurchases and increasing dividends by 10.5% during the quarter [1][3] Sales Performance - Consolidated net sales decreased by 1.1% to $5.31 billion, primarily due to unfavorable currency translation and lower sales in the Performance Coatings and Consumer Brands Groups, partially offset by higher sales in the Paint Stores Group [3][7] - Paint Stores Group sales increased by 2.3% to $2.94 billion, with same-store sales up 1.2%, driven by selling price increases and growth in protective and marine segments [8][9] - Consumer Brands Group sales declined by 6.0% to $762.2 million, impacted by soft DIY demand in North America and unfavorable currency translation [10][11] - Performance Coatings Group sales decreased by 4.8% to $1.60 billion, with a high-single digit increase in Packaging sales offset by declines in other industrial businesses [12][13] Profitability Metrics - Income before income taxes increased by 2.0% to $653.0 million, with a segment margin expansion attributed to higher selling prices and effective cost control [3][4] - Diluted net income per share rose by 1.5% to $2.00, while adjusted diluted net income per share increased by 3.7% to $2.25 [7][8] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter increased by 4.6% to $937.0 million, representing 17.7% of net sales [7][36] Guidance and Outlook - The company reaffirmed its full-year 2025 diluted net income per share guidance in the range of $10.70 to $11.10, and adjusted diluted net income per share guidance of $11.65 to $12.05 [7][18] - For the second quarter of 2025, consolidated net sales are expected to be up or down a low-single digit percentage compared to the same period in 2024 [16][18] Capital Management - The company returned $552.1 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases during the first quarter of 2025 [15] - As of March 31, 2025, Sherwin-Williams had remaining authorization to purchase 33.4 million shares of its common stock [15]

Core Viewpoint - Sherwin-Williams is set to report its first-quarter 2025 results on April 29, with mixed performance in previous quarters and a notable share price increase compared to the industry [1]. Sales Estimates - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Sherwin-Williams' sales in the upcoming quarter is $5,346.5 million, reflecting a decline of approximately 0.4% year-over-year [2]. - The Consumer Brands Group's estimated net sales are $761.4 million, indicating a year-over-year decrease of 6.1% [2]. - The Performance Coatings Group is expected to report sales of $1,645.9 million, which represents a 2.1% decline compared to the previous year [2]. - The Paint Stores Group is projected to achieve sales of $2,919.9 million, suggesting a 1.6% increase from the year-ago figure [3]. Factors Influencing Performance - Sherwin-Williams has been implementing aggressive cost-reduction strategies, streamlining its supply chain, and enhancing productivity, which are expected to support profit margins in the first quarter [4]. - Price increases and gains from acquisitions are likely to contribute positively to profitability [4]. - However, the Consumer Brands Group may face revenue challenges due to weakness in the DIY market, influenced by inflation and sluggish home sales in North America [5]. - The Performance Coatings Group is also experiencing demand softness in the general industrial sector, particularly in heavy equipment and transportation markets [6]. Earnings Prediction Model - The current model does not predict an earnings beat for Sherwin-Williams this season, as the Earnings ESP is -1.04%, with the Most Accurate Estimate at $2.16 compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.18 [8][9]. - Sherwin-Williams holds a Zacks Rank of 3, indicating a hold position [9].

Core Insights - Brand Finance released the "2025 Top 500 US Brands" list, showing a total brand value increase of 7.4% year-on-year, reaching $5.79 trillion, surpassing the US economic growth rate of 2.8% [1] Company Performance - Sherwin-Williams ranked 109th in the 2025 list, improving by 11 places from the previous year, and remains the most valuable paint brand in the US [2] - Sherwin-Williams has been on the US Top 500 Brands list for 12 consecutive years since its first appearance in 2014, with its highest rank being 103 [3] - The company also ranked 276th in the "2025 Global Top 500 Brands" list, climbing 25 places, and is the only paint brand on the global list [3][8] Financial Growth - Sherwin-Williams' revenue grew from $11.34 billion in 2015 to $23.10 billion in 2024, representing a 103.72% increase over nearly a decade, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.85% [7] - Net profit increased from $1.05 billion in 2015 to $2.68 billion in 2024, a growth of 154.36% with a CAGR of 15.18% [7] - In 2024, Sherwin-Williams achieved net sales of $23.10 billion, a slight increase of 0.2% year-on-year, with EBITDA of $4.49 billion, up 8.2% [7] Market Position - Sherwin-Williams holds a 11.13% global market share, maintaining its position as the largest paint manufacturer for eight consecutive years [7] - The company leads in both architectural and industrial coatings, ranking first in the "2024 Global Architectural Coatings Brand" list with $12.35 billion in sales [8] - Sherwin-Williams is also ranked fifth in both the global automotive and marine coatings brand lists [8] Brand Value - The brand's influence and value have significantly increased, as evidenced by its consistent ranking in Brand Finance's lists, being the only paint brand to appear in the "2025 Global Top 500 Brands" [8]

Core Viewpoint - Sherwin-Williams is expected to report quarterly earnings of $2.18 per share, reflecting a 0.5% increase year-over-year, with revenues projected at $5.38 billion, a 0.2% increase from the previous year [1]. Earnings Estimates - Over the last 30 days, the consensus EPS estimate has been revised downward by 1%, indicating analysts' reassessment of their initial forecasts [2]. - Changes in earnings estimates are crucial for predicting investor reactions, as empirical research shows a strong correlation between earnings estimate revisions and short-term stock performance [3]. Revenue Projections - Analysts estimate 'Net sales- Paint Stores Group' will reach $2.92 billion, a 1.6% increase from the year-ago quarter [5]. - 'Net sales- Consumer Brands Group' is projected at $761.41 million, reflecting a 6.1% decrease year-over-year [5]. - 'Net sales- Performance Coatings Group' is expected to be $1.65 billion, indicating a 2.1% decline from the previous year [5]. Store Metrics - The consensus estimate for 'Net New Stores - Paint Stores Group' is 9, compared to 7 in the same quarter last year [6]. - Analysts forecast the 'Number of Stores - Paint Stores Group' to reach 4,782, up from 4,701 in the same quarter of the previous year [6]. Segment Profit Estimates - 'Segment Profit- Paint Stores Group' is predicted to be $520.36 million, an increase from $493.20 million in the same quarter last year [7]. - 'Adjusted segment profit- Performance Coatings Group (PCG)' is expected to be $283.62 million, slightly down from $286.90 million year-over-year [7]. - 'Adjusted segment profit- Consumer Brands Group (CBG)' is projected at $155.01 million, down from $169.90 million in the previous year [8]. Stock Performance - Sherwin-Williams shares have decreased by 3.8% over the past month, compared to a 5.1% decline in the Zacks S&P 500 composite [9].

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Core Insights - Sherwin-Williams has appointed Bob Gamgort to its Board of Directors, bringing extensive leadership experience in the consumer products industry [1] - Gamgort's previous roles include Executive Chairman and CEO of Keurig Dr Pepper, and CEO of Pinnacle Foods, indicating a strong background in managing large consumer brands [1][2] - Sherwin-Williams is a global leader in the manufacture and sale of paint and coatings, with a diverse portfolio of well-known brands and a significant retail presence [3] Company Overview - Founded in 1866, Sherwin-Williams specializes in paint, coatings, and related products for various customer segments including professional, industrial, commercial, and retail [3] - The company operates over 5,000 stores and branches, selling products under brands such as Sherwin-Williams®, Valspar®, and Krylon® [3] - Sherwin-Williams Performance Coatings Group offers engineered solutions for construction, industrial, packaging, and transportation markets in over 120 countries [3]

Financial Results Announcement - The Sherwin-Williams Company will announce its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, prior to market open on April 29, 2025 [1] - A copy of the press release and information regarding the company's financial condition and reportable segment results will be available on their website [1] Conference Call Details - The company will host a conference call at 10:00 a.m. EDT on April 29, 2025, to discuss its financial results and outlook for the second quarter and full year 2025 [2] - The call will feature participation from Sherwin-Williams' Chair, President, and CEO, Heidi Petz, along with other senior executives [2] Webcast Information - The conference call will be webcast in listen-only mode, with an archived replay available approximately two hours after the call ends [3]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the investment recommendation for Sherwin-Williams by The Motley Fool, highlighting its potential as a strong investment opportunity [1]. Company Summary - Sherwin-Williams is recommended by The Motley Fool, indicating a positive outlook on the company's performance and growth potential [1].