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RPM International Inc.: Business Overview, Financials & Competitive Analysis

RPM International is a $7.4 billion multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. The company operates across three reportable...

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Well-positioned specialty chemicals leader with operational headwinds creating near-term challenges but long-term dividend value...

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Industry Specialty Chemicals - Coatings, Sealants & Building Materials
4 named competitors
3 recent developments
11 analyst dimensions
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Cyborg Score recalibrated: October 12, 2026
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RPM International Inc. Overview

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RPM International is a $7.4 billion multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. The company operates across three reportable segments: consumer, construction products and performance coatings.

Strategic Profile

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RPM is the fifth largest paint and coating company in the world. The company has a diverse portfolio of market-leading brands, including Rust-Oleum, DAP, Zinsser, Varathane, The Pink Stuff, Legend Brands, Stonhard, Carboline, Tremco, Dryvit and Nudura. RPM has increased its cash dividend paid to stockholders for 48 consecutive years.

Competitive Landscape

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RPM competes with companies including H.B. Fuller, PPG Industries, and Huntsman in the specialty coatings and sealants markets. RPM ranks as the fifth largest paint and coating company globally.

Industry Context

RPM International Inc. operates in Specialty Chemicals - Coatings, Sealants & Building Materials.

Key facts

Founded: 1947 · Headquarters: Medina, Ohio · Employees: 17,300 · Revenue: $7.4B · Market cap: $15.6B

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  • Organic sales declined 0.5% in Q2 FY2026, with adjusted EBIT declining due to growth investments and temporary inefficiencies from plant and warehouse facility consolidations.
  • RPM is implementing SG&A-focused optimization actions expected to generate annual benefits of approximately $100 million.
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Recent developments

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  • January 2026RPM reported Q2 FY2026 record second-quarter sales of $1.91 billion but experienced declining net income and adjusted EBIT decline due to market challenges including government shutdown impact on construction projects
  • June 2025Strategic acquisition of Ready Seal Inc. to expand specialty coatings portfolio
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PPG IndustriesGlobal paint and coatings manufacturer→H.B. FullerSpecialty adhesives and sealants supplier→HuntsmanSpecialty chemicals including coatings→AxaltaIndustrial and automotive coatings→

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RPM International Inc. operates in Specialty Chemicals - Coatings, Sealants & Building Materials. See how the rest of the sector scores on the Cyborg framework.

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What does RPM International Inc. do?+
RPM International is a $7.4 billion multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. The company operates across three reportable...
What is RPM International Inc.'s Cyborg Score?+
RPM International Inc. has a Cyborg Score of 6/10 (Solid). The score synthesizes business model, financials, leadership, competitive position, technology, marketing, and ESG dimensions across hundreds of data points.
Who are RPM International Inc.'s main competitors?+
Named competitors include PPG Industries, H.B. Fuller, Huntsman, Axalta. The full competitive landscape is in the AskCyborg report.
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