Replay Draft - BUZZ - Preview: Sherwin-Williams is expected to see growth in third-quarter earnings per share and revenue

Reprinted BUZZ report published on Monday, content unaltered

October 27 - ** Shares of Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW.N) closed down 0.6% at $335.16 on Monday; the company is set to release its Q3 financial results before market open on Tuesday.

** According to data from London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), analysts expect this paint manufacturer's quarterly revenue to increase by 7% to $6.78 billion, with adjusted earnings per share (EPS) forecast at $3.68, higher than $3.59 in the same period last year.

** In the past eight quarters, SHW’s EPS has met or exceeded market expectations in six quarters, with the most recent miss in the second quarter of 2025.

** In July, the company raised its annual profit forecast and announced an 8% price hike in its “Paint Stores Group” business unit to offset inflationary pressures.

** The financial report comes as competitors AkzoNobel AKZO.AS and Axalta AXTA.N are planning a $25 billion merger (link), indicating a trend of consolidation in the global coatings market.

** Of the 28 analysts covering Sherwin-Williams, 15 have a “Strong Buy” or “Buy” rating, while 13 recommend “Hold”.

** The median price target is $396, down from $398 a month ago.

** SHW shares are up about 3% so far this year, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average has gained about 9% in the same period .DJI

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