RPM International, Inc. (RPM) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 500 data points (2024-09-27 to 2026-09-25)
RPM International Inc manufactures and sells a variety of paints, coatings, and adhesives. The firm organizes itself into four segments based on product type. The construction products group sells...
RPM International, Inc. (RPM) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 19.26 (historical range: 17.88–30.61, median: 21.52), placing it at the 8th percentile — cheap relative to its history, P/S ratio of 1.66 (range: 1.54–2.46, 7th percentile — cheap relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 18.24 (range: 17.13–25.17, 7th percentile).
Over the historical period (2024-09-27 to 2026-09-25), RPM International, Inc.'s P/E ratio has contracted by 17% over the observed period (from an average of 24.5 to 20.4).
RPM International, Inc. trades well below its historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Min | Median | Max | Percentile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 19.26 | 17.88 | 21.52 | 30.61 | 8th | cheap relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 1.66 | 1.54 | 1.92 | 2.46 | 7th | cheap relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 18.24 | 17.13 | 20.75 | 25.17 | 7th | cheap relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 0.04 | 0.03 | 0.04 | 0.07 | 71th | below its historical average |
RPM International, Inc. (RPM) Valuation & P/E History
RPM International, Inc. (RPM) is a US-listed stock operating in the Basic Materials sector, specifically the Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods industry currently trading at $100.44 with a market capitalization of $12.8 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for RPM based on 500 data points covering 2024-09-27 to 2026-09-25. The P/E ratio of 19.26 is below the historical median of 21.52, placing RPM at the 8th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 1.66 compares to a median of 1.92.
RPM Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows RPM International, Inc.'s current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether RPM is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests RPM is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for RPM International, Inc..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is RPM Overvalued or Undervalued?
RPM International, Inc. trades well below its historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 7 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive RPM is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full RPM analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.RPM trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.