RPM (RPM International) EV-to-EBITDA: 13.61 (As of Jul. 31, 2026) — 17% Below Median

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RPM RPM International Inc RPM
93 GF Score
Price $107.39
GF Value $120.34
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is RPM International EV-to-EBITDA?

RPM International RPM -0.41% 93 EV-to-EBITDA is 13.61 as of Jul. 31, 2026, which is 17% below its 10-year median of 16.42. GuruFocus rates RPM with a GF Score™ of 93/100 and a GF Value™ of $120.34 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,321 Chemicals companies, RPM International ranks worse than 51.17% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, RPM International's enterprise value is $16,269 Mil. RPM International's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $1,195 Mil. Therefore, RPM International's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 13.61.

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

RPM' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.25   Med: 16.42   Max: 21.97
Current: 13.61

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of RPM International was 21.97. The lowest was 11.25. And the median was 16.42.

RPM's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
51.17% of 1321 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 13.14 vs RPM: 13.61

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-07-31), RPM International's stock price is $107.39. RPM International's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $5.160. Therefore, RPM International's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 20.81.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


RPM International  (NYSE:RPM) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

RPM International's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=107.39/5.160
=20.81

RPM International's share price for today is $107.39.
RPM International's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 $5.160.

* 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.

Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


RPM International EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


RPM International EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for RPM International's EV-to-EBITDA 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-EBITDA Chart

RPM International Annual Data
Trend May17 May18 May19 May20 May21 May22 May23 May24 May25 May26
EV-to-EBITDA
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RPM International Quarterly Data
Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
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RPM vs ALB, SOLS, WLK: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, RPM International's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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-EBITDA vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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RPM International EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

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

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=16268.772/1195.374
=13.61

RPM International's current Enterprise Value is $16,269 Mil.
RPM International's EBITDA 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 $1,195 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-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.61 mean?
RPM International (RPM) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.61 as of Jul. 31, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on RPM International. This is 17% below median its historical median of 16.42. Over the past decade, RPM International's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 11.25 to 21.97. According to the industry distribution chart, RPM International ranks #676 out of 1321 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 51.2%.
Is RPM International's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
RPM International's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.61 is 17% below median its 10-year median of 16.42. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.25 to a high of 21.97. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.14. RPM International's value of 13.61 is 3.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, RPM International ranks #676 out of 1321 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, RPM International has a GF Score™ of 93/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does RPM International's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ALB and SOLS?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, RPM International ranks #676 out of 1321 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places RPM International in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.14. RPM International's value of 13.61 is 3.6% above this benchmark. Historically, RPM International's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 11.25 to 21.97 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 16.42 vs. the industry median of 13.14, RPM International has consistently been above 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-EBITDA for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Chemicals companies is 13.14, based on 1,321 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. RPM International's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.61 is 3.6% above 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-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on RPM International. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 13.14 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. RPM International's current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.61, which is 17% below median its own 10-year median of 16.42. 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?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, RPM International (RPM) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $120.34, compared to a current price of $107.39 — trading 10.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.61, which is 17% below median its 10-year median of 16.42 and 3.6% above the Chemicals industry median of 13.14. RPM International's overall GF Score™ is 93/100 with 1 warning sign to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For RPM International (RPM), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.61 as of Jul. 31, 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 (RPM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, RPM International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $107.39 is trading 10.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $120.34. GuruFocus considers RPM International to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for RPM:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 13.61 (17% below median its 10-year median of 16.42)
  • GF Value™: $120.34 vs. price of $107.39 (10.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 93/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 3.6% above the Chemicals median (#676 of 1321)

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


RPM International Business Description

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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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