Is SHW stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, SHW is currently a HOLD with moderate confidence. 📊 HOLD: SHW shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

What is the fair value of SHW stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for SHW to be between $312.78 and $336.82. The current price is $300.10.

What is the analyst price target for SHW?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for SHW is $381.45. This implies a potential upside of 27.1% from current levels.

SHW Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

SHW - The Sherwin-Williams Company

RETAIL-BUILDING MATERIALS, HARDWARE, GARDEN SUPPLY

$300.10

-9.08 (-2.94%) ▼

5d: -5.28%

30d: -9.97%

90d: -18.65%

HOLD

MODERATE Confidence

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Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Apr 28, 2026 0d

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Strength: 3.6/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: SHW shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 13.0%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$497.65

Based on 8.5% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$309.00

2.9% Margin of Safety

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: SHW is currently trading at $300.10, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $312.78 to $336.82. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 22.6) compared to its historical average (25.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 7.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, SHW is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $300.05. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.

Market Sentiment: SHW has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $381.45 (+27.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position OVERSOLD

Historical Trading Range $312.78 - $336.82

Company Quality Score 54/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 57.1%

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All Signals

BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Trading 27.1% below Wall St target ($381.45)
CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-5.3%) - monitor closely

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $312.78 - $336.82

Current vs Trading Range OVERSOLD

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $300.05

Resistance Level $328.99

Current Trend Downtrend

Technical data as of May 15, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 22.62

Wall Street Target $381.45 (+27.1%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 6.8%

Earnings Growth (YoY) 7.5%

Profit Margin 10.9%

Valuation Discount vs History -4.1% cheaper

PE vs Historical 22.6 vs 25.7 CHEAP

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -4.1% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $287.80 (-4%)

2-Year Target $276.00 (-8%)

3-Year Target $264.68 (-12%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 23→26) $300.72 (+0%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 22.6, Growth: 13.0%) $432.91 (+44%)

Base: (SPY PE: 22.1, Growth: 13.0%) $422.39 (+41%)

Bear: (PE: 18.8, Growth: 13.0%) $359.03 (+20%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (30x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (23x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 29.67 | Current EPS (TTM): $10.42

Bull Case $433.02 (+44%)

Analyst growth 27.3%, PE expands to 32.6

Base Case $393.66 (+31%)

Market implied 27.3%, PE stable at 29.7

Bear Case $210.24 (-30%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 25.2

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 22.6 to 25.7

Stabilization Target: $340.96 (+13.6%)

PE Expansion Potential: +13.6%

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