Stock Analysis on Net

Sherwin-Williams Co. (NYSE:SHW)

$24.99

Price to Earnings (P/E)
since 2005

Microsoft Excel

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Calculation

Sherwin-Williams Co., P/E, long-term trends, calculation

Microsoft Excel

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).

1 US$

2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.

3 Closing price as at the filing date of Sherwin-Williams Co. Annual Report.


Share Price Trend
The share price exhibits a generally upward trajectory from 2006 to 2025, increasing from $14.52 to $350.02. Notable periods of rapid appreciation include the intervals between 2011 and 2015, and again between 2020 and 2025. There are intermittent declines or stagnations, such as in 2008-2009 and 2015-2016, which may reflect broader market conditions or company-specific factors.
Earnings per Share (EPS) Development
EPS shows an overall growth trend, rising from $1.14 in 2006 to $10.67 in 2025. The increase is relatively steady with some fluctuations, including a dip in 2009 and a notable decrease in 2019. The recovery post-2019 is robust, indicating improving profitability. The last several years exhibit strong EPS growth, suggesting enhanced operational performance or improved margins.
Price-to-Earnings (P/E) Ratio Analysis
The P/E ratio demonstrates variability, moving from 12.72 in 2006 to a peak around the mid-30s in the later years, specifically between 2018 and 2022. This fluctuation indicates changing market expectations and investor sentiment regarding future earnings growth. Periods of elevated P/E ratios, such as 2018-2022, suggest that investors are willing to pay a premium, possibly due to anticipated growth or favorable market conditions. Conversely, lower P/E values in earlier years correspond with more conservative market valuation or earnings uncertainty.
Interrelationship Between Metrics
The data reveal that while the share price and EPS both generally trend upward, the P/E ratio does not follow a clear linear pattern, reflecting changing market perceptions. In some years, rising EPS accompanied by stable or decreasing P/E ratios suggests earnings growth outpacing share price gains. Conversely, in years where the P/E ratio increases substantially, share price growth may be driven more by market sentiment than purely earnings improvement.
Summary of Financial Position
Overall, the financial data indicate a company demonstrating solid growth in earnings and share value over the analyzed period. The volatility in P/E ratios points to varying investor confidence and market conditions, but the consistent EPS growth underlines strengthening profitability. The general upward trend in share price, especially in recent years, corresponds with both improved earnings and favorable market dynamics.

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