RPM International Inc. (NYSE:RPM – Free Report) – Equities research analysts at Zacks Research cut their Q2 2027 earnings estimates for RPM International in a note issued to investors on Tuesday, October 27th. Zacks Research analyst Team now anticipates that the specialty chemicals company will post earnings of $1.26 per share for the quarter, down from their prior forecast 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.
A number of other equities analysts also recently issued reports on RPM. Royal Bank Of Canada lowered their price target on RPM International from $128.00 to $120.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a report on Wednesday, October 7th. Barclays initiated coverage on shares of RPM International in a research report on Tuesday, October 13th. They issued an “equal weight” rating and a $107.00 target price on the stock. Wells Fargo & Company cut their price target on shares of RPM International from $135.00 to $130.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research note on Monday, October 5th. Wall Street Zen cut shares of RPM International from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Saturday, August 22nd. Finally, Citigroup cut their target price on RPM International from $128.00 to $116.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research report on Wednesday, October 7th. Twelve analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and four have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, RPM International presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $121.71.
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RPM International Stock Performance
NYSE:RPM opened at $98.36 on Wednesday. The stock has a 50-day simple moving average of $101.37 and a 200-day simple moving average of $105.54. The stock has a market cap of $12.54 billion, a P/E ratio of 18.22 and a beta of 1.05. RPM International has a 1 year low of $92.92 and a 1 year high of $121.78.
RPM International (NYSE:RPM – Get Free Report) last posted 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 business had revenue of $2.22 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $2.22 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business earned $1.88 earnings per share. The firm’s quarterly revenue was up 4.8% on a year-over-year basis.
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 issued a dividend of $0.57 per share. This is an increase from RPM International’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.54. This represents a $2.28 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 2.3%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Tuesday, October 20th. RPM International’s dividend payout ratio is 42.22%.
Institutional Trading of RPM International
Several institutional investors and hedge funds have recently added to or reduced their stakes in RPM. BlackRock Inc. purchased a new stake in RPM International during the 2nd quarter valued at approximately $1,456,684,000. Corient Private Wealth LP acquired a new stake in RPM International in the 2nd quarter worth about $11,652,000. Bank of New York Mellon Corp purchased a new stake in RPM International in the 2nd quarter valued at about $118,220,000. Legal & General Group Plc purchased a new stake in RPM International in the 2nd quarter valued at about $37,713,000. Finally, Deutsche Bank AG acquired a new position in shares of RPM International during the 2nd quarter valued at about $25,999,000. 80.95% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
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
RPM International Company Profile
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.
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