First Atlantic begins permitted pit excavation at RPM as its year-round road advances toward Super Gulp, to link four awaruite discoveries at Pipestone XL
RPM appears to be exiting a DIY-driven contraction into a mid-single-digit growth regime, with revenue growth recovering to 4.8% and 2027Q1 delivering record EPS of $2.01 at a 15.8% operating margin, its highest in the ten-quarter period, on pricing recovery, mix improvement, and cost discipline.
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Revenue growth has swung from -2.1% in 2025Q1 to 4.8% in 2027Q1 alongside record $349.0M quarterly operating income and a 15.8% operating margin, though the recurring Q3 trough (5.0% operating margin on $1.6B revenue) suggests the structural earnings ceiling may be materially lower than the current run-rate implies.
RPM operates in the global, non-cyclical repair, maintenance, and specialty coatings market, providing stability and resilience against economic downturns.
The company's decentralized, acquisition-driven strategy positions it as a market leader, enabling growth through small, strategic acquisitions.
Europe led Q1 2026 growth at 20.7%, indicating robust geographic expansion and a clear path to potentially double sales.
Trailing total returns as of 11/7/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q4 2026Latest Oct 6, 2026 | $1.98+1.5% vs $1.95 | $2.2B-0.2% vs $2.2B |
Q3 2026 Jul 22, 2026 | $1.89+3.3% vs $1.83 | $2.2B+2.3% vs $2.2B |
Q2 2026 Apr 8, 2026 | $0.57+61.4% vs $0.35 | $1.6B+3.8% vs $1.5B |
Q1 2026 Jan 8, 2026 | $1.20-14.9% vs $1.41 | $1.9B-0.9% vs $1.9B |
First Atlantic begins permitted pit excavation at RPM as its year-round road advances toward Super Gulp, to link four awaruite discoveries at Pipestone XL
Four NYSE companies raised their dividends within a single week, but a closer look at the coverage ratios, balance sheets, and business risks reveals that some of these payouts stand on far shakier ground than the headline increases suggest.
I track dividend announcements across 1,200+ stocks. This week, I'm highlighting 5 dividend increases. RPM announced the largest dividend increase this week of 5.56% and boasts the highest Quality Score (7.10). LMT raised its dividend by 4.35%, marking its 24th consecutive annual increase. Its payout ratio is well covered at 50%, and it has an A+ Dividend Safety Grade.

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $103.31 | $13.2B | 19.98 | 6.66% | 8.41% | 21.34% | 2.06% | |
| $344.10 | $83.53B | 33.51 | 2.06% | 10.74% | 63.49% | 0.92% | |
| $122.38 | $27.21B | 17.69 | 0.19% | 9.41% | 28.64% | 2.26% | |
| $36.45 | $7.8B | 20.95 | -3.01% | 6.46% | 13.23% | — | |
| $80.40 | $6.08B | 58.69 | -0.48% | 8.53% | 13.35% | 0.84% | |
| $280.95 | $80.83B | 26.78 | 0.92% | 19.39% | 103.35% | 2.17% |
RPM International Inc. (RPM) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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RPM International Inc. (RPM) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Oct 13, 2026·SEC
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RPM International Inc. (RPM) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
RPM International Inc. (RPM) reported $7.97B in revenue over the trailing twelve months. Revenue was $7.86B in fiscal year 2026. That is 482% more than the $1.35B of fiscal year 1997.
RPM International Inc. (RPM) grew revenue by 6.7% in fiscal year 2026, compared with the prior fiscal year.
Yes. RPM International Inc. (RPM) earned $690.1M in net income over the trailing twelve months (a 8.7% net margin).
Yes. RPM International Inc. (RPM) pays a dividend that yields 2.06% at the current price, a moderate yield.
RPM International Inc. (RPM) had a return on equity (ROE) of 21.3% in fiscal year 2026. That is well above the market's typical 10-15%.
RPM International Inc. (RPM) generated $705.6M in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months.