Sherwin-Williams Co EV/EBITDA
Data as of August 04, 2026
EV/EBITDA
25.97
Enterprise Value
$94.52B
EBITDA (TTM)
$3.64B
Sector
Chemicals
How It's Calculated
25.97 = $94.52B ÷ $3.64B
What This Means
Sherwin-Williams Co's EV/EBITDA of 26.0 is elevated, which can reflect growth expectations, scarce assets, or cyclical EBITDA.
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
EV/EBITDA is widely used when comparing companies with different debt loads because enterprise value includes net debt while EBITDA approximates operating cash earnings power. For Sherwin-Williams Co, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Chemicals. Pair EV/EBITDA with free cash flow yield and net debt metrics before drawing conclusions — especially when EBITDA is depressed or boosted by one-time items.
Using This Number in Practice
Near 25.97x EV/EBITDA, Sherwin-Williams Co (SHW) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $94.52B and EBITDA near $3.64B form the ratio — adjust for one-time items before treating the headline multiple as comparable.
Credit and LBO workflows often sort names on EV/EBITDA before drilling into free cash flow and maintenance capex. Pair this view with the EV/EBITDA calculator and the SHW metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Chemicals names on our S&P 100 coverage, Sherwin-Williams Co's EV/EBITDA of 25.97 can be compared with peers such as LIN (19.08), APD (86.67). 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
What is SHW's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Sherwin-Williams Co's ratio is about 25.97 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Chemicals.
Is 25.97 high or low vs peers?
Among Chemicals peers (e.g. APD (86.67), LIN (19.08)), SHW's 25.97 should be read with growth, capex, and debt levels.
When is EV/EBITDA misleading?
EBITDA ignores capex, working capital, and stock-based comp; negative or tiny EBITDA makes the ratio meaningless. Cross-check with free cash flow and net debt.
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