SHW (Sherwin-Williams Co) GF Value Rank: 9 (As of Jul. 13, 2026) — 50% Above Median


SHW Sherwin-Williams Co SHW
87 GF Score
Price $333.99
GF Value $355.83
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Sherwin-Williams Co GF Value Rank?

Sherwin-Williams Co SHW +0.59% 87 GF Value Rank is 9 as of Jul. 13, 2026, which is 50% above its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates SHW with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of $355.83 (Fairly Valued).

Sherwin-Williams Co has the GF Value Rank of 9.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

Sherwin-Williams Co GF Value Rank Related Terms

SHW vs ECL, APD, PPG: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Sherwin-Williams Co's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank 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 GF Value Rank vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Sherwin-Williams Co's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Sherwin-Williams Co's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 9 mean?
Sherwin-Williams Co (SHW) has a GF Value Rank of 9 as of Jul. 13, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Sherwin-Williams Co and its competitors. This is 50% above median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, Sherwin-Williams Co's GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 10.00.
Is Sherwin-Williams Co's GF Value Rank too high?
Sherwin-Williams Co's current GF Value Rank of 9 is 50% above median its 10-year median of 6.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Sherwin-Williams Co has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sherwin-Williams Co's GF Value Rank compare to ECL and APD?
Sherwin-Williams Co's GF Value Rank of 9 can be compared against companies in the Chemicals industry. Historically, Sherwin-Williams Co's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Value Rank for a Chemicals company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Chemicals industry context. However, GF Value Rank should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high GF Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Sherwin-Williams Co and its competitors. Sherwin-Williams Co's current GF Value Rank is 9, which is 50% above median its own 10-year median of 6.00. 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 (SHW) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $355.83, compared to a current price of $333.99 — trading 6.1% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 9, which is 50% above median its 10-year median of 6.00. Sherwin-Williams Co's overall GF Score™ is 87/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Sherwin-Williams Co (SHW), the current GF Value Rank is 9 as of Jul. 13, 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 (SHW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sherwin-Williams Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $333.99 is trading 6.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $355.83. GuruFocus considers Sherwin-Williams Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for SHW:

  • GF Value Rank: 9 (50% above median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: $355.83 vs. price of $333.99 (6.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 87/100

No single metric tells the full story. See the 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.
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