Zacks Research Analysts Reduce Earnings Estimates for RPM

RPM International Inc. (NYSE:RPM) – Analysts at Zacks Research dropped their Q2 2027 EPS estimates for RPM International in a report issued on Tuesday, October 27th. Zacks Research analyst Team now forecasts that the specialty chemicals company will post earnings per share of $1.26 for the quarter, down from their prior estimate of $1.29. The consensus estimate for RPM International’s current full-year earnings is $5.96 per share. Zacks Research also issued estimates for RPM International’s Q3 2027 earnings at $0.58 EPS, Q4 2027 earnings at $2.09 EPS, FY2027 earnings at $5.90 EPS, Q1 2028 earnings at $2.09 EPS, Q2 2028 earnings at $1.53 EPS, Q3 2028 earnings at $0.72 EPS, Q4 2028 earnings at $2.32 EPS, FY2028 earnings at $6.67 EPS, Q1 2029 earnings at $2.12 EPS and FY2029 earnings at $7.06 EPS.

RPM International (NYSE:RPM) last released its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, October 6th. The specialty chemicals company reported $1.98 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.95 by $0.03. The firm had revenue of $2.22 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.22 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business posted $1.88 earnings per share. The firm’s quarterly revenue was up 4.8% on a year-over-year basis.

A number of other research firms have also recently commented on RPM. Bank of America increased their price target on RPM International from $129.00 to $130.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, July 23rd. UBS Group cut their price objective on shares of RPM International from $142.00 to $128.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a report on Wednesday, October 7th. Royal Bank Of Canada decreased their price objective on shares of RPM International from $128.00 to $120.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a research report on Wednesday, October 7th. Weiss Ratings restated a “hold (c)” rating on shares of RPM International in a research note on Thursday, October 22nd. Finally, Wall Street Zen cut shares of RPM International from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday, August 22nd. Twelve analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and four have given a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, the company has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $121.71.

RPM International Trading Up 0.4%

NYSE RPM opened at $98.36 on Wednesday. The firm’s fifty day simple moving average is $101.37 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $105.54. The firm has a market capitalization of $12.54 billion, a P/E ratio of 18.22 and a beta of 1.05. RPM International has a 12-month low of $92.92 and a 12-month high of $121.78.

Institutional Trading of RPM International

A number of institutional investors have recently made changes to their positions in the company. BlackRock Inc. purchased a new stake in shares of RPM International in the second quarter valued at about $1,456,684,000. Corient Private Wealth LP purchased a new position in shares of RPM International during the second quarter worth $11,652,000. Bank of New York Mellon Corp acquired a new stake in shares of RPM International in the second quarter valued at $118,220,000. Legal & General Group Plc acquired a new stake in shares of RPM International in the second quarter valued at $37,713,000. Finally, Deutsche Bank AG purchased a new stake in shares of RPM International in the 2nd quarter valued at $25,999,000. 80.95% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

RPM International Increases Dividend

The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, October 30th. Investors of record on Tuesday, October 20th will be paid a $0.57 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Tuesday, October 20th. This represents a $2.28 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.3%. This is an increase from RPM International’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.54. RPM International’s dividend payout ratio is 42.22%.

More RPM International News

Here are the key news stories impacting RPM International this week:

• Positive Sentiment: RPM may still offer valuation support after its five-year gain, with shares described as undervalued relative to the company’s earnings potential. The current consensus forecast remains $5.96 in EPS for the year, and Zacks Research raised its Q1 2029 estimate to $2.12 from $2.08. RPM International Stock Still Looks Undervalued After Its 23% Five Year Gain
• Neutral Sentiment: Zacks Research maintained estimates of $5.90 EPS for fiscal 2027 and $6.67 for fiscal 2028, suggesting continued earnings growth. However, the revisions reflect limited changes rather than a clear improvement in near-term expectations.
• Negative Sentiment: Zacks lowered estimates for fiscal 2027 EPS to $5.90 from $5.99, fiscal 2028 EPS to $6.67 from $6.72, and fiscal 2029 EPS to $7.06 from $7.09. It also cut estimates for several quarters, including Q2 and Q3 fiscal 2027 and Q2 through Q4 fiscal 2028. The reductions may weigh on the stock by signaling somewhat softer future earnings momentum.
• Negative Sentiment: The paint industry may face a 2027 profit squeeze as input costs rise while demand remains weak. Because RPM operates in specialty coatings and related products, weaker volumes and compressed margins could pressure revenue and earnings. Paint Makers Face 2027 Profit Squeeze as Costs Rise, Demand Stays Weak

About RPM International

RPM International Inc is a multinational manufacturer of specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related products. The company serves industrial, construction, commercial and consumer markets through a portfolio of businesses that develop products designed to protect, repair, maintain and enhance buildings, infrastructure, equipment and other surfaces.

RPM’s products include architectural and industrial coatings, waterproofing systems, roofing materials, flooring systems, caulks, adhesives, sealants and repair products.