RPM International Reports 3.5% Revenue Growth but Earnings Drop in Q2
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 08 2026
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
- Revenue Growth: RPM International's Q2 revenue reached $1.909 billion, a 3.5% increase from $1.845 billion last year, indicating the company's stability and growth potential in the market.
- Earnings Decline: Despite the revenue increase, net income fell to $161.20 million, with earnings per share at $1.26, down from $183.20 million and $1.42 per share last year, reflecting cost pressures and intensified market competition.
- Adjusted Earnings: Excluding non-recurring items, RPM reported adjusted earnings of $1.20 per share, demonstrating the company's efforts in controlling operational costs, yet still unable to offset the overall decline in profitability.
- Market Outlook: Although facing profitability challenges, RPM's revenue growth may provide funding for future investments and market expansion, particularly against the backdrop of sustained demand in the construction and coatings industry.
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Analyst Views on RPM
Wall Street analysts forecast RPM stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for RPM is 126.00 USD with a low forecast of 115.00 USD and a high forecast of 149.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
11 Analyst Rating
9 Buy
2 Hold
0 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 106.850
Low
115.00
Averages
126.00
High
149.00
Current: 106.850
Low
115.00
Averages
126.00
High
149.00
About RPM
RPM International Inc. owns subsidiaries that specialize in coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. The Company’s segments include Construction Products Group (CPG), Performance Coatings Group (PCG), and Consumer. The CPG segment products and services are sold throughout North America and also account for a significant portion of its international sales. Its products and services within this segment include construction sealants and adhesives, coatings and chemicals, roofing systems, roofing installation, and concrete admixture and repair products. The PCG segment offers products and services including high-performance flooring solutions, corrosion control and fireproofing coatings, infrastructure repair systems and fiberglass reinforced plastic structures. The Consumer segment manufactures and markets professional use and do-it-yourself products for a variety of mainly residential applications, including home improvement and personal leisure activities.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
RPM (RPM) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
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- Market Performance: While the materials sector is expected to outperform the energy sector in 2026, the current earnings downgrades may affect short-term investment decisions, particularly among companies with weaker earnings momentum.
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