Why is SHW Up Today?

SHW
$324.16
▲ +2.12% (+$6.86)
Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 6:37 PM ET

About The Sherwin-Williams Company

Sherwin-Williams is the largest provider of architectural paint in the United States. The company has over 5,000 stores and sells premium paint at higher price points than most competitors. Sherwin-Williams also sells paint-related products in big-box stores and provides coatings for original equipm...

Sector: RETAIL-BUILDING MATERIALS, HARDWARE, GARDEN SUPPLY
Market Cap: $85.08B
Forward P/E: 25.6
52-Week Range: $289.86 - $377.77
Employees: 63,890

Overall Confidence: 50%

50% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 SHW showing strong bullish momentum
SHW is up 2.1% today on 0.7x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.7x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

RETAIL-BUILDING MATERIALS, HARDWARE, GARDEN SUPPLY sector: +0.1%

SHW is outperforming its sector by 2.1%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

SHW is outperforming the market (+1.3% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.85%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.87%
SHW
This Stock
+2.12%
vs S&P 500: +1.27%
vs Nasdaq: +1.25%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, SHW is expected to trade between:
$317.68 - $333.88

Key Level to Watch

$340.37 resistance
Watch for continuation above $324.16

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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 6:37 PM (-124 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bearish
Options Sentiment
3.79
Put/Call Ratio
49.0%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 2,053
Put Volume: 7,777
Total: 9,830
Unusual Activity: $300 PUT (1,688 vol) $300 PUT (1,683 vol) $300 PUT (1,615 vol)

Historical Context

SHW has moved more than 3.0% up on 12 occasions in the past year.

50.0%
Continuation Rate
6/12 times continued up
+0.36%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar up moves
Last similar move: Aug 03, 2026 (3.9%) → Next day: +2.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is SHW stock up today?

SHW is up 2.1% today on 0.7x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is SHW stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, SHW shows 50% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the SHW stock price target?

SHW is currently trading at $324.16. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $317.68 - $333.88. See long-term price prediction →

Will SHW stock continue rising?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that SHW's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $340.37 (resistance).

Is SHW stock oversold or overbought?

SHW's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 38.0. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for SHW stock?

SHW's 10-day momentum indicator is at -22.05. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is SHW outperforming or underperforming the market?

SHW (+2.12%) is currently outperforming the market (+1.3% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.85%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.87%.

What does MACD indicate for SHW?

SHW's MACD (-6.31) is currently below the signal line (-3.27), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 24.2) is moderate.

Is SHW in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, SHW is in a bearish trend. The price ($324.16) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($339.53) and 50-day SMA ($341.18). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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