Sherwin-Williams CoWBO:SHWW -1.17%81 EV-to-FCF is 35.14 as of Jul. 07, 2026, which is 3% above its 10-year median of 34.19. GuruFocus rates WBO:SHWW with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of €308.99 (Fairly Valued). Among 921 Chemicals companies, Sherwin-Williams Co ranks worse than 64.17% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Sherwin-Williams Co's Enterprise Value is €87,529 Mil.
Sherwin-Williams Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €2,491 Mil. Therefore, Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 35.14.
The historical rank and industry rank for Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
WBO:SHWW'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 19.21 Med: 34.19 Max: 84.86
Current: 34.31
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Sherwin-Williams Co was 84.86. The lowest was 19.21. And the median was 34.19.
WBO:SHWW's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 64.17% of 921
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 22.73
vs WBO:SHWW: 34.31
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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 (WBO:SHWW) EV-to-FCF Explanation
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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:
Sherwin-Williams Co's share price for today is €303.50.
Sherwin-Williams Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €8.955.
* 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.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Sherwin-Williams Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Sherwin-Williams Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-FCF 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.
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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-FCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Sherwin-Williams Co's current Enterprise Value is €87,529 Mil.
Sherwin-Williams Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €2,491 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.
Sherwin-Williams Co (WBO:SHWW) has a EV-to-FCF of 35.14 as of Jul. 07, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Sherwin-Williams Co and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 34.19. Over the past decade, Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 19.21 to 84.86. According to the industry distribution chart, Sherwin-Williams Co ranks #591 out of 921 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 64.2%.
Is Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Sherwin-Williams Co's current EV-to-FCF of 35.14 is near median its 10-year median of 34.19. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 19.21 to a high of 84.86. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.73. Sherwin-Williams Co's value of 35.14 is 54.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sherwin-Williams Co ranks #591 out of 921 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Sherwin-Williams Co has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sherwin-Williams Co's EV-to-FCF compare to ECL and APD?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Sherwin-Williams Co ranks #591 out of 921 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Sherwin-Williams Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 22.73. Sherwin-Williams Co's value of 35.14 is 54.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Sherwin-Williams Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 19.21 to 84.86 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 34.19 vs. the industry median of 22.73, 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-FCF for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Chemicals companies is 22.73, based on 921 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Sherwin-Williams Co's current EV-to-FCF of 35.14 is 54.6% 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Sherwin-Williams Co and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 22.73 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sherwin-Williams Co's current EV-to-FCF is 35.14, which is near median its own 10-year median of 34.19. 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 (WBO:SHWW) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €308.99, compared to a current price of €303.50 — trading 1.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 35.14, which is near median its 10-year median of 34.19 and 54.6% above the Chemicals industry median of 22.73. Sherwin-Williams Co's overall GF Score™ is 81/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Sherwin-Williams Co (WBO:SHWW), the current EV-to-FCF is 35.14 as of Jul. 07, 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 (WBO:SHWW) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sherwin-Williams Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €303.50 is trading 1.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of €308.99.
GuruFocus considers Sherwin-Williams Co to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for WBO:SHWW:
EV-to-FCF: 35.14 (near median its 10-year median of 34.19)
GF Value™: €308.99 vs. price of €303.50 (1.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 54.6% above the Chemicals median (#591 of 921)
No single metric tells the full story. See the WBO:SHWW stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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.
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