Sherwin-Williams Co Dividend Yield
Data as of August 04, 2026
Dividend Yield
0.90%
Annual Dividend
$3.20
Stock Price
$354.22
Market Cap
$82.74B
How It's Calculated
0.90% = $3.20 ÷ $354.22 × 100
What This Means
Sherwin-Williams Co's dividend yield of 0.90% is relatively low, which is common for companies that prioritize reinvesting earnings for growth over distributing dividends.
About Sherwin-Williams Co
Sherwin-Williams Co (SHW) operates in the Chemicals sector, specifically in Chemicals. With a market capitalization of about $82.74B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $354.22, within a 52-week range of $289.86 to $379.65 (-6.7% from the high, +22.2% from the low). Beta of 1.10 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.
Trailing profit margin is about 11.0%, signaling a solid profit margin for its industry.
Understanding This Metric
Dividend yield measures annual cash distributions relative to share price. For Sherwin-Williams Co, yield should be read alongside payout sustainability and free cash flow. In Chemicals, income investors often compare yield with peers, but a very high yield can sometimes signal payout stress rather than value.
Sector Comparison
Among Chemicals names on our S&P 100 coverage, Sherwin-Williams Co's dividend yield of 0.90% can be compared with peers such as LIN (1.33%), APD (2.47%), DOW (4.68%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Chemicals stocks.
Key Takeaways
- SHW is grouped in the Chemicals sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.10 suggests higher-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 11.0% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does SHW pay a dividend?
Yes — Sherwin-Williams Co currently shows an annual dividend rate of about $3.20 per share on this data snapshot.
How is dividend yield calculated for SHW?
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share ÷ stock price × 100. With price and dividend inputs here, SHW's yield is about 0.90%. Verify ex-dividend dates and payout changes on the issuer's investor relations site.
How does 0.90% compare to sector peers?
In Chemicals, peer yields such as DOW (4.68%), APD (2.47%), LIN (1.33%) help frame SHW's 0.90%. Very high yields can signal value or payout stress.
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