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SHERWIN WILLIAMS CO 8-K Report, Financial Obligation (Oct 1, 2025)

Reports
Financial Events·Other Events
Filing Date
Filed October 1, 2025
Period End
September 25, 2025
Security
SHW
In the record · 2016–202610-K1110-Q328-K145

SHW filed 11 annual reports (10-K), 32 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 145 current reports (8-K) between 2016 and 2026.

  1. Leadership change8-K · Jan ’18Jan ’18
  2. Leadership change8-K · Nov ’20Nov ’20
  3. Material agreement8-K · Oct ’22Oct ’22
  4. Material agreement8-K · Sep ’26Sep ’26

01—Abstract

Summary

Summary of the 8-K filed October 1, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) has filed an 8-K report detailing two significant financial events.

Firstly, on September 25, 2025, the company and its subsidiary, Sherwin-Williams Luxembourg S.à r.l., drew down the full $750 milliona and €250 million, respectively, under their previously established 364-day senior unsecured delayed draw term loan credit agreement. These borrowings were intended to finance a portion of a significant acquisition. Secondly, and of major investor interest, on October 1, 2025, Sherwin-Williams completed the acquisition of BASF's Brazilian architectural paints business, Suvinil Coatings S.A., for $1.15 billion.

This transaction, which includes the well-established Suvinil and Glasu! brands, significantly expands the company's footprint in the key Brazilian market. Investors should note the substantial capital deployment and the strategic importance of this international expansion.

02—Key points

Key Highlights

  1. Completion of the acquisition of BASF's Brazilian architectural paints business (Suvinil Coatings S.A.) for $1.15 billion on October 1, 2025.
  2. Acquisition includes the prominent Suvinil and Glasu! brands, strengthening Sherwin-Williams' presence in Brazil.
  3. Full drawdown of $750 million under the USD-denominated senior unsecured delayed draw term loan on September 25, 2025.
  4. Full drawdown of €250 million under the EUR-denominated senior unsecured delayed draw term loan on September 25, 2025.
  5. The term loan drawdowns were used to finance a portion of the recently completed acquisition.
  6. The transaction involved Sherwin-Williams do Brasil Indústria e Comércio Ltda. as the purchaser and BASF SE as the seller.
  7. The purchase price is subject to customary working capital and post-closing adjustments.

03—Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What was the purpose of the loan drawdowns?

    The $750 million and €250 million drawn down on September 25, 2025, under the delayed draw term loan credit agreement were used to fund a portion of the acquisition of BASF's Brazilian architectural paints business.

  2. What did Sherwin-Williams acquire in Brazil, and for how much?

    Sherwin-Williams acquired BASF's Brazilian architectural paints business, Suvinil Coatings S.A., for a purchase price of $1.15 billion. This acquisition includes the Suvinil and Glasu! brands.

  3. When did the Brazilian acquisition officially close?

    The acquisition of Suvinil Coatings S.A. was consummated on October 1, 2025.

  4. Are there any potential adjustments to the acquisition price?

    Yes, the $1.15 billion purchase price is subject to customary working capital and post-closing adjustments, which could alter the final cost.

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