RPM International (MEX:RPM) EV-to-EBIT: 16.56 (As of Jul. 29, 2026) — 17% Below Median

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MEX:RPM RPM International Inc MEX:RPM
93 GF Score
Price MXN2,060.00
GF Value MXN2,217.95
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is RPM International EV-to-EBIT?

RPM International MEX:RPM 93 EV-to-EBIT is 16.56 as of Jul. 29, 2026, which is 17% below its 10-year median of 19.89. GuruFocus rates MEX:RPM with a GF Score™ of 93/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN2,217.95. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,240 Chemicals companies, RPM International ranks worse than 50.16% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, RPM International's Enterprise Value is MXN294,013 Mil. RPM International's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was MXN17,750 Mil. Therefore, RPM International's EV-to-EBIT for today is 16.56.

The historical rank and industry rank for RPM International's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:

MEX:RPM' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.47   Med: 19.89   Max: 29.49
Current: 17.14

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of RPM International was 29.49. The lowest was 13.47. And the median was 19.89.

MEX:RPM's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
50.16% of 1240 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 17.085 vs MEX:RPM: 17.14

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. RPM International's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 was MXN307,381 Mil. RPM International's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was MXN17,750 Mil. RPM International's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 was 5.77%.


RPM International  (MEX:RPM) EV-to-EBIT Explanation

This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %.

RPM International's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: May. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: May. 2026 )
=17749.554/307380.731
=5.77 %

RPM International's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 was MXN307,381 Mil.
RPM International's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN17,750 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.


RPM International EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


RPM International EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for RPM International's EV-to-EBIT can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

RPM International EV-to-EBIT Chart

RPM International Annual Data
Trend May17 May18 May19 May20 May21 May22 May23 May24 May25 May26
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 20.34 16.96 18.32 19.41 16.38

RPM International Quarterly Data
Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
EV-to-EBIT Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 19.41 20.83 18.01 18.36 16.38

MEX:RPM vs ALB, SOLS, WLK: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, RPM International's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


RPM International EV-to-EBIT vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, RPM International's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where RPM International's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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RPM International EV-to-EBIT Calculation

RPM International's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=294012.768/17749.554
=16.56

RPM International's current Enterprise Value is MXN294,013 Mil.
RPM International's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN17,750 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBIT →
What does a EV-to-EBIT of 16.56 mean?
RPM International (MEX:RPM) has a EV-to-EBIT of 16.56 as of Jul. 29, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on RPM International and its competitors. This is 17% below median its historical median of 19.89. Over the past decade, RPM International's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 13.47 to 29.49. According to the industry distribution chart, RPM International ranks #622 out of 1240 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 50.2%.
Is RPM International's EV-to-EBIT too high?
RPM International's current EV-to-EBIT of 16.56 is 17% below median its 10-year median of 19.89. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.47 to a high of 29.49. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBIT is 17.09. RPM International's value of 16.56 is 3.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, RPM International ranks #622 out of 1240 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, RPM International has a GF Score™ of 93/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does RPM International's EV-to-EBIT compare to ALB and SOLS?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, RPM International ranks #622 out of 1240 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places RPM International in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 17.09. RPM International's value of 16.56 is 3.1% below this benchmark. Historically, RPM International's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 13.47 to 29.49 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.89 vs. the industry median of 17.09, RPM International has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBIT for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Chemicals companies is 17.09, based on 1,240 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. RPM International's current EV-to-EBIT of 16.56 is 3.1% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on RPM International and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 17.09 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. RPM International's current EV-to-EBIT is 16.56, which is 17% below median its own 10-year median of 19.89. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is RPM International stock overvalued right now?
RPM International (MEX:RPM) has a current EV-to-EBIT of 16.56. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN2,217.95, compared to a current price of MXN2,060.00 — trading 7.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 16.56, which is 17% below median its 10-year median of 19.89 and 3.1% below the Chemicals industry median of 17.09. RPM International's overall GF Score™ is 93/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For RPM International (MEX:RPM), the current EV-to-EBIT is 16.56 as of Jul. 29, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is RPM International (MEX:RPM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, RPM International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN2,060.00 is trading 7.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN2,217.95.

Key valuation signals for MEX:RPM:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 16.56 (17% below median its 10-year median of 19.89)
  • GF Value™: MXN2,217.95 vs. price of MXN2,060.00 (7.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 93/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 3.1% below the Chemicals median (#622 of 1240)

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:RPM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


RPM International Business Description

Other Exchanges RPM:USARP8:Germany
Address 2628 Pearl Road, P.O. Box 777, Medina, OH, USA, 44256
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 coatings, roofing, insulation, and other products to distributors, contractors, and end consumers globally. The performance coatings group produces coatings that are used in construction and industrial applications like floorings and corrosion control. The consumer group sells paint, finishes, and similar products to individual consumers through hardware and craft stores. The specialty products group sells a line of products ranging from niche applications of the other groups to marine finishes, to edible food colorings. The majority of revenue is from the construction products and North America.
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