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Sherwin-Williams (SHW) director receives 106.97 deferred stock units under fee plan

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SHERWIN WILLIAMS CO director Robert James Gamgort acquired 106.97 deferred stock units of common stock in an exempt award under the company’s 2005 Director Deferred Fee Plan. Each deferred stock unit is economically equivalent to one common share and is generally payable in stock after he leaves the board.

Following this grant, he indirectly holds 487.96 deferred stock units under the Deferred Fee Plan and continues to hold 1,075 restricted stock units directly, each representing the right to receive one common share. No open‑market purchases or sales were reported in this filing.

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Insider Gamgort Robert James
Role Director
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Common Stock 106.97 $315.50 $34K
holding Common Stock -- -- --
Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 487.96 shares (Indirect, Deferred Fee Plan); Common Stock — 1,075 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Represents the number of deferred stock units acquired by the Reporting Person, in an exempt transaction, pursuant to the 2005 Director Deferred Fee Plan ("Deferred Fee Plan"). Each deferred stock unit is the economic equivalent of one share of common stock. The deferred stock units become payable solely in stock, generally following the Reporting Person's separation from service as a Director of the Company. Represents the weighted average share price on the transaction date used to determine the number of deferred stock units to be credited to the Reporting Person's account. These securities consist of deferred stock units, held pursuant to the Deferred Fee Plan, and include deferred stock units acquired pursuant to the dividend reinvestment feature of such Plan. No transaction is being reported on this line. Reported on a previously filed Form 4. These securities consist of 1,075 restricted stock units ("RSUs"). Each RSU represents the Reporting Person's right to receive one share of common stock.
Deferred stock units awarded 106.97 units Exempt acquisition under 2005 Director Deferred Fee Plan
Weighted average share price $315.50 per share Price used to determine number of deferred stock units
Deferred stock units held 487.96 units Total deferred stock units after award, held indirectly
Restricted stock units held 1,075 RSUs Previously reported RSUs, each for one common share
Deferred Fee Plan financial
"pursuant to the 2005 Director Deferred Fee Plan ("Deferred Fee Plan")."
deferred stock units financial
"Represents the number of deferred stock units acquired by the Reporting Person"
Deferred stock units are promises from a company to give an employee shares of stock at a future date, often after certain conditions are met or after leaving the company. They function like a form of delayed compensation, allowing employees to earn shares over time. For investors, they represent potential future ownership in the company, but do not provide immediate voting rights or dividends until the shares are actually received.
dividend reinvestment feature financial
"include deferred stock units acquired pursuant to the dividend reinvestment feature of such Plan."
restricted stock units financial
"These securities consist of 1,075 restricted stock units ("RSUs")."
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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OMB Number:3235-0287
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Gamgort Robert James

(Last)(First)(Middle)
1 SHERWIN WAY

(Street)
CLEVELAND OHIO 44113

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
SHERWIN WILLIAMS CO [ SHW ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
Officer (give title below)Other (specify below)
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
04/06/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock04/06/2026A106.97(1)A$315.5(2)487.96(3)IDeferred Fee Plan
Common Stock(4)1,075(5)D
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Explanation of Responses:
1. Represents the number of deferred stock units acquired by the Reporting Person, in an exempt transaction, pursuant to the 2005 Director Deferred Fee Plan ("Deferred Fee Plan"). Each deferred stock unit is the economic equivalent of one share of common stock. The deferred stock units become payable solely in stock, generally following the Reporting Person's separation from service as a Director of the Company.
2. Represents the weighted average share price on the transaction date used to determine the number of deferred stock units to be credited to the Reporting Person's account.
3. These securities consist of deferred stock units, held pursuant to the Deferred Fee Plan, and include deferred stock units acquired pursuant to the dividend reinvestment feature of such Plan.
4. No transaction is being reported on this line. Reported on a previously filed Form 4.
5. These securities consist of 1,075 restricted stock units ("RSUs"). Each RSU represents the Reporting Person's right to receive one share of common stock.
Remarks:
Stephen J. Perisutti, Attorney-in-fact04/08/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
Reminder: Report on a separate line for each class of securities beneficially owned directly or indirectly.
* If the form is filed by more than one reporting person, see Instruction 4 (b)(v).
** Intentional misstatements or omissions of facts constitute Federal Criminal Violations See 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 15 U.S.C. 78ff(a).
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What did SHW director Robert James Gamgort report in this Form 4?

Robert James Gamgort reported receiving 106.97 deferred stock units of Sherwin-Williams common stock as an exempt award under the 2005 Director Deferred Fee Plan, rather than buying shares in the open market. These units are equivalent in value to common shares and are settled in stock later.

How many Sherwin-Williams deferred stock units does Robert Gamgort now hold?

After the reported award, Robert Gamgort holds 487.96 deferred stock units under Sherwin-Williams’ Director Deferred Fee Plan. Each deferred stock unit is economically equivalent to one share of common stock and will generally be paid in stock following his separation from board service.

Did Robert Gamgort buy or sell Sherwin-Williams (SHW) stock on the market?

No, the filing does not show any open-market purchases or sales by Robert Gamgort. It reports an exempt acquisition of 106.97 deferred stock units granted under a director fee plan, plus a separate line showing previously reported holdings of restricted stock units.

What is the 2005 Director Deferred Fee Plan mentioned in the SHW Form 4?

The 2005 Director Deferred Fee Plan allows Sherwin-Williams directors to receive compensation as deferred stock units. Each unit equals one common share in economic value and is payable solely in stock, generally after the director leaves the board, helping align director compensation with shareholder interests.

What does the weighted average share price of $315.50 mean in this SHW filing?

The reported $315.50 figure is the weighted average share price on the transaction date used to calculate how many deferred stock units Gamgort received. It determines that 106.97 units are credited to his account, rather than reflecting a cash transaction or market trade.

How many restricted stock units does Robert Gamgort hold in Sherwin-Williams?

The filing states that Robert Gamgort holds 1,075 restricted stock units, each representing the right to receive one Sherwin-Williams common share. This line reflects previously reported awards, and no new transaction is reported for these RSUs in the current Form 4.