Sherwin-Williams Co (MEX:SHW) EV-to-EBITDA: 19.75 (As of Aug. 01, 2026) — 10% Below Median

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MEX:SHW Sherwin-Williams Co MEX:SHW
76 GF Score
Price MXN5,960.00
GF Value MXN6,233.48
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Sherwin-Williams Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Sherwin-Williams Co MEX:SHW 76 EV-to-EBITDA is 19.75 as of Aug. 01, 2026, which is 10% below its 10-year median of 21.91. GuruFocus rates MEX:SHW with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN6,233.48 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,321 Chemicals companies, Sherwin-Williams Co ranks worse than 66.77% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Sherwin-Williams Co's enterprise value is MXN1,677,097 Mil. Sherwin-Williams Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN84,933 Mil. Therefore, Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 19.75.

The historical rank and industry rank for Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

MEX:SHW' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 12.64   Med: 21.91   Max: 33.06
Current: 20.42

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Sherwin-Williams Co was 33.06. The lowest was 12.64. And the median was 21.91.

MEX:SHW's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
66.77% of 1321 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 13.14 vs MEX:SHW: 20.42

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-08-01), Sherwin-Williams Co's stock price is MXN5960.00. Sherwin-Williams Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN194.417. Therefore, Sherwin-Williams Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 30.66.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Sherwin-Williams Co  (MEX:SHW) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Sherwin-Williams Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=5960.00/194.417
=30.66

Sherwin-Williams Co's share price for today is MXN5960.00.
Sherwin-Williams Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN194.417.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Sherwin-Williams Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Sherwin-Williams Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Sherwin-Williams Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Sherwin-Williams Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Sherwin-Williams Co Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 22.63 22.54 20.76 20.31 20.59

MEX:SHW vs ECL, APD, PPG: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Sherwin-Williams Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


MEX:SHW
76GF Score
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Sherwin-Williams Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=1677097.374/84933.132
=19.75

Sherwin-Williams Co's current Enterprise Value is MXN1,677,097 Mil.
Sherwin-Williams Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN84,933 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 19.75 mean?
Sherwin-Williams Co (MEX:SHW) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 19.75 as of Aug. 01, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Sherwin-Williams Co. This is 10% below median its historical median of 21.91. Over the past decade, Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 12.64 to 33.06. According to the industry distribution chart, Sherwin-Williams Co ranks #882 out of 1321 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 66.8%.
Is Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Sherwin-Williams Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 19.75 is 10% below median its 10-year median of 21.91. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 12.64 to a high of 33.06. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.14. Sherwin-Williams Co's value of 19.75 is 50.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sherwin-Williams Co ranks #882 out of 1321 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Sherwin-Williams Co has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ECL and APD?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Sherwin-Williams Co ranks #882 out of 1321 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Sherwin-Williams Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.14. Sherwin-Williams Co's value of 19.75 is 50.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Sherwin-Williams Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 12.64 to 33.06 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.91 vs. the industry median of 13.14, Sherwin-Williams Co has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 13.14, based on 1,321 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Sherwin-Williams Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 19.75 is 50.3% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Sherwin-Williams Co. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.14 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sherwin-Williams Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 19.75, which is 10% below median its own 10-year median of 21.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sherwin-Williams Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sherwin-Williams Co (MEX:SHW) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN6,233.48, compared to a current price of MXN5,960.00 — trading 4.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 19.75, which is 10% below median its 10-year median of 21.91 and 50.3% above the Chemicals industry median of 13.14. Sherwin-Williams Co's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Sherwin-Williams Co (MEX:SHW), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 19.75 as of Aug. 01, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Sherwin-Williams Co (MEX:SHW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sherwin-Williams Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN5,960.00 is trading 4.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN6,233.48. GuruFocus considers Sherwin-Williams Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:SHW:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 19.75 (10% below median its 10-year median of 21.91)
  • GF Value™: MXN6,233.48 vs. price of MXN5,960.00 (4.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 50.3% above the Chemicals median (#882 of 1321)

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:SHW stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sherwin-Williams Co Business Description

Address 1 Sherwin Way, Cleveland, OH, USA, 44113-2206
Sherwin-Williams is the largest global manufacturer of paints and coatings. The company focuses on the development, manufacturing, and distribution of paint, coatings, and related products to customers ranging from professional painters and contractors to industrial manufacturers to do-it-yourself consumers. Sherwin organizes its operations into three primary segments: the paint stores group is the largest segment and includes the company's network of over 4,800 company-owned stores; the consumer brands group sells branded architectural paints through big-box retailers such as Lowe's, and the performance coatings group provides specialized coatings for industrial applications, such as automotive refinishing, packaging, and industrial wood.
76GF Score

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