RPM International (RPM) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
RPM - RPM International, Inc.
$99.19
-0.03 (-0.03%)
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5d:
-1.24%
30d:
-3.91%
90d:
-10.1%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 06, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: RPM shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: RPM shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$136.43
Based on 5.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$84.71
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 18.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: RPM is currently trading at $99.19, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $98.85 to $104.42. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 16.9) is in line with its historical norms (18.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.1% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, RPM is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $96.39. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: RPM scores 76/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $129.80 (+30.8%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, RPM is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $96.39. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: RPM scores 76/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $129.80 (+30.8%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$98.85 -
$104.42
Company Quality Score
62/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
90.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (76/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 30.8% below Wall St target ($129.80)
- CAUTION: Bottoming setup, but lagging the sector by 18% over 20 days — wait for relative strength
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$98.85 -
$104.42
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$96.40
Resistance Level
$102.13
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Oct 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.86
Wall Street Target
$129.80
(+30.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-1.4%
Profit Margin
8.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
16.9 vs 18.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$97.14
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$95.10
(-4%)
3-Year Target
$93.10
(-6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17→18)
$99.37
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 6.4%)
$144.68
(+46%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.9, Growth: 6.4%)
$119.61
(+21%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.3, Growth: 6.4%)
$101.67
(+3%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (17x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.09 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.17
Bull Case
$123.51
(+25%)
Analyst growth 13.8%, PE expands to 21.0
Base Case
$112.29
(+13%)
Market implied 13.8%, PE stable at 19.1
Bear Case
$67.10
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 16.9 to 18.0
Stabilization Target:
$105.90
(+6.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+6.7%
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Last updated: October 02, 2026 4:20 PM ET
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