What does Sherwin-Williams do?

Sherwin-Williams (SHW) is a Specialty Chemicals company. Sherwin-Williams develops, manufactures, distributes, and sells paints, coatings, and related products. At December 31, 2025 it operated 4,853 company-operated Paint Stores Group specialty paint stores in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean. It was founded in 1866, is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio and employs about 64,249 people.

How does Sherwin-Williams make money?

As of 2026-Q2, Sherwin-Williams's revenue breaks down across Paint Stores Group (57%), Consumer Group (37%), Global Finishes Group (28%), Corporate & Eliminations (-23%). See the revenue-by-segment chart for the full mix.

How has Sherwin-Williams's revenue and profitability trended?

Track Sherwin-Williams's quarterly and annual revenue, gross and net margins, and EPS in the interactive charts on this page. Data last updated August 26, 2026.

Who are Sherwin-Williams's main competitors?

Sterling groups Sherwin-Williams in the Chemicals and Materials sector, alongside Dow Inc. (DOW), Ecolab (ECL), International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF), LyondellBasell (LYB) and PPG Industries (PPG).

If I'm investing in Sherwin-Williams, what similar companies should I consider?

If you are researching Sherwin-Williams, also look at Dow Inc. (DOW), Ecolab (ECL) and International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF). You can compare all of them side by side or browse the full Chemicals and Materials sector on Sterling.