What were Sherwin-Williams' second-quarter net sales and diluted earnings per share growth rates, and what is its updated full-year adjusted EPS guidance?

Sherwin-Williams reported second-quarter net sales of US$6.79 billion, representing a 7.5% increase, and diluted earnings per share rose by 14.3%. The company raised its full-year outlook, now expecting adjusted diluted earnings per share between US$11.80 and US$12.20, alongside mid-to-high single-digit net sales growth, driven by continued market outperformance and strategic investments.

What factors did Sherwin-Williams cite for raising its full-year earnings outlook?

Sherwin-Williams attributed the upward revision of its full-year earnings outlook to 'continued market outperformance and strategic investments', as stated in the news body—no other drivers or explanations were provided.

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Sherwin-Williams raised its full-year outlook following a 7.5% increase in Q2 net sales to US$6.79 billion, driven by market outperformance and strategic investments.

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