Sherwin-Williams Q3 Sales Rise 7.9% to $6.86 Billion; Adjusted EPS Reaches $3.63
Sherwin-Williams reported Q3 2026 sales of $6.86B, up 7.9% YoY. EPS rose 0.9% to $3.38, while adjusted EPS increased 1.1% to $3.63. Net income fell 1.5% to $821M. The company expects full-year EPS of $10.92-$11.22 and adjusted EPS of $11.85-$12.15. Sales growth was driven by pricing and volume increases, with pressures on gross margin from higher costs.
How this was made
The 30-second read
Why it matters
The earnings release offers fresh data for traders to reassess valuation and short-term price direction.
Market read
First-report earnings for a large-cap industrial company; material numbers and guidance update provide actionable insight.
What to watch
Currency translation benefits and acquisition integration risks.
Background
Sherwin-Williams reported Q3 results and provided FY guidance, highlighting growth in consumer brands and performance coatings.
Ticker impact
Q3 2026 earnings released with net sales $6.86B (+7.9% YoY) and adjusted EPS $3.63, plus full-year guidance update.
likely modest upside as market prices in revenue beat and guidance range.
Large-cap paint company posted strong sales growth and raised adjusted EPS guidance, which typically supports a positive price reaction.
Market effects
Positive for paint and coatings sector as demand and pricing improve.
U.S. consumer and industrial demand signals modest growth.
Limited; primarily U.S. market impact.
Counterpoint
Margin pressure from higher raw material costs could limit upside.
Key entities
- CompanySherwin-Williams Co.
U.S. paint and coatings manufacturer (ticker SHW).
