Sherwin-Williams Earnings Preview: What to Expect

Company Overview - The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) has a market capitalization of $80.7 billion and is a global leader in paints, coatings, and related products for various customer segments [1] - The company operates through three core segments: Paint Stores Group, Consumer Brands Group, and Performance Coatings Group [1] Earnings Outlook - Sherwin-Williams is expected to report fourth-quarter results soon, with consensus estimates predicting an EPS of $2.17, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 3.8% [2] - For fiscal year 2025, the company's profit is projected to grow marginally to $11.35 per share [3] Stock Performance - Over the past year, Sherwin-Williams stock has declined by 5.3%, underperforming the S&P 500 Index, which gained 16.9%, and the iShares U.S. Basic Materials ETF, which rose by 18.8% [4] Analyst Ratings - Citigroup upgraded Sherwin-Williams to "Buy" from "Neutral" with a price target of $390, citing improved confidence in earnings outlook and margin resilience [5] - Among 26 analysts covering the stock, the consensus rating is a "Moderate Buy," with 14 "Strong Buy" ratings, 2 "Moderate Buy" ratings, and 10 "Holds" [6] - The mean price target of $391.38 indicates a potential upside of 20.3% from current levels [6]