Business Wire·6 days ago
RPM Declares Quarterly DividendMEDINA, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RPM Declares Quarterly Dividend.
RPM International Inc.(RPM)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
RPM•NYSE
$108.28
20.2× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
SectorBasic MaterialsIndustrySpecialty ChemicalsSub-IndustryCoatings, adhesives and construction chemicals
AboutRPM International Inc. manufactures, markets, and sells specialty chemicals for the industrial, specialty, and consumer markets worldwide. It offers waterproofing, coating, and institutional roofing systems; sealants, air barriers, tapes, and foams; residential home weatherization systems; roofing and building maintenance services; sealing and bonding, subfloor preparation, flooring, and glazing solutions; resin flooring systems, polyurethane, MMA waterproof, epoxy floor paint and coatings, concrete repair, and protection products; solutions for fire stopping and intumescent steel coating, and manufacturing industry; rolled asphalt roofing materials and chemical admixtures; concrete and masonry admixtures, concrete fibers, curing and sealing compounds, structural grouts and mortars, epoxy adhesives, injection resins, polyurethane foams, floor hardeners and toppings, joint fillers, industrial and architectural coatings, decorative color/stains/stamps, and restoration materials; insulated building cladding materials; and concrete form wall systems. It also provides polymer flooring systems; fiberglass reinforced plastic gratings and shapes; corrosion-control coating, containment and railcar lining, fire and sound proofing, and heat and cryogenic insulation products; specialty construction products; amine curing agents, reactive diluents, and epoxy resins; fluorescent colorants and pigments; shellac-based-specialty and marine coatings; fire and water damage restoration, carpet cleaning, and disinfecting products; fuel additives; wood treatments, and touch-up products; and nail enamels, polishes, and coating components. In addition, it offers paint contractors and the DIYers solutions, concrete restoration and flooring, metallic and faux finish coatings, cleaners, and hobby paints and cements; and caulk, sealant, adhesive, insulating foam, spackling, glazing, patch, and repair products. The company was incorporated in 1947 and is headquartered in Medina, Ohio.Show more
- Revenue$7.37B+0.5%
- EBITDA$1.1B+4.3%
- Net Income$689M+17.0%
- EPS (Diluted)5.35+17.3%
- Gross Margin41.38%+0.7%
- EBITDA Margin14.92%+3.8%
- Operating Margin12.29%+2.1%
- Net Margin9.34%+16.5%
- ROE25.51%+0.9%
RPM Price & Volume
RPM International Inc. (RPM) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Cyclical Revenue Volatility Masks Structural Margin Risks
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q3
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Moderate
Financial:Adequate
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Cyclical Construction Demand Exposure
Key Thesis Takeaways
- RPM International faces a challenging outlook as its decentralized business model struggles to convert top-line growth into consistent profitability, evidenced by operating margins that compressed to 5.0% in 2026Q3.
- While the firm maintains a stable liquidity profile with a 2.28 current ratio, the reliance on debt-funded asset expansion—with total debt reaching $2.9B—creates significant earnings quality risks.
- Investors should monitor the company's ability to manage raw material price volatility and improve cash conversion, as the current FCF margin of 1.6% remains insufficient to comfortably support ongoing dividend commitments.
Verdict Logic
while the company maintains a current ratio of 2.28, the extreme volatility in FCF margins, which fell to 1.6% in 2026Q3, suggests that the current 21.02 P/E valuation may not fully account for the underlying earnings quality risks.
RPM Growth Metrics
RPM International Inc. (RPM) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years4.84%
5 Years6.01%
3 Years3.2%
TTM5.68%
Profit CAGR
10 Years11.14%
5 Years17.74%
3 Years11.9%
TTM3.48%
EPS CAGR
10 Years11.63%
5 Years17.99%
3 Years12.18%
TTM4.01%
Return on Capital
10 Years14.4%
5 Years15.4%
3 Years16.16%
Last Year15.86%
RPM Recent Earnings
RPM International Inc. (RPM) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 8/12 qtrs (67%)●Beat Revenue 7/12 qtrs (58%)
Q2 2026Latest
Apr 8, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.57+61.4%
$0.35
Rev
$1.6B+3.8%
$1.5B
Q1 2026
Jan 8, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.20-14.9%
$1.41
Rev
$1.9B-0.9%
$1.9B
Q4 2025
Oct 1, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.88+0.0%
$1.88
Rev
$2.1B+2.8%
$2.1B
Q3 2025
Jul 24, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.72+8.2%
$1.59
Rev
$2.1B+3.4%
$2.0B
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | Apr 8, 2026 | $0.57vs $0.35+61.4% | $1.6Bvs $1.5B+3.8% |
| Q1 2026 | Jan 8, 2026 | $1.20vs $1.41-14.9% | $1.9Bvs $1.9B-0.9% |
| Q4 2025 | Oct 1, 2025 | $1.88vs $1.88+0.0% | $2.1Bvs $2.1B+2.8% |
| Q3 2025 | Jul 24, 2025 | $1.72vs $1.59+8.2% | $2.1Bvs $2.0B+3.4% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Latest RPM News
Recent stock market news and headlines for RPM International Inc. (RPM)
GuruFocus·Jun 30, 2026
RPM to Announce Fiscal 2026 Fourth-Quarter and Year-End Results on July 22, 2026[url="]RPM International Inc.[/url] (NYSE: RPM) announced today that it will release its financial results for the fiscal 2026 fourth quarter and fiscal year b
Business Wire·Jun 30, 2026
RPM to Announce Fiscal 2026 Fourth-Quarter and Year-End Results on July 22, 2026MEDINA, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RPM to Announce Fiscal 2026 Fourth-Quarter and Year-End Results on July 22, 2026.
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for RPM International Inc. (RPM)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $108.28 | $13.87B | 20.24 | 0.51% | 9.34% | 25.51% | 1.84% | |
| $342.26 | $84.41B | 33.33 | 2.06% | 10.86% | 58.23% | — | |
| $120.22 | $26.91B | 17.37 | 0.19% | 9.83% | 31.06% | — | |
| $34.25 | $7.31B | 19.68 | -3.01% | 7.22% | 15.54% | — | |
| $100.11 | $7.55B | 73.07 | -0.48% | 6.09% | 8.35% | — | |
| $271.09 | $78.13B | 25.84 | 0.92% | 19.32% | 97.35% | — |
Compare RPM vs Peers
RPM International Inc. (RPM) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
RPM SEC Filings & Documents
RPM International Inc. (RPM) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
8-K Announcements
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Jun 2, 2026·SEC
Material company update
Apr 23, 2026·SEC
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Apr 8, 2026·SEC
10-K Annual Reports
310-Q Quarterly Reports
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RPM Frequently Asked Questions
RPM International Inc. (RPM) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is RPM International Inc.'s revenue?
RPM International Inc. (RPM) reported $7.71B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 579% increase from $1.14B in 1996.
How fast is RPM International Inc. growing?
RPM International Inc. (RPM) grew revenue by 0.5% over the past year. Growth has been modest.
Is RPM profitable?
Yes, RPM International Inc. (RPM) is profitable, generating $665.9M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (9.3% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does RPM pay dividends?
Yes, RPM International Inc. (RPM) pays a dividend with a yield of 1.84%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is RPM's return on equity?
RPM International Inc. (RPM) has a return on equity (ROE) of 25.5%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
What is RPM International Inc.'s free cash flow?
RPM International Inc. (RPM) generated $575.2M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.