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RPM InternationalMEX:RPM 86 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.70% as of Feb. 2026, which is 64% below its 10-year median of 10.36. GuruFocus rates MEX:RPM with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN2,382.47. Among 1,612 Chemicals companies, RPM International ranks better than 92.06% on this metric.
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated as Net Income divided by its average total tangible assets. Total tangible assets equals to Total Assets minus Intangible Assets. RPM International's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was MXN3,538 Mil. RPM International's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was MXN95,622 Mil. Therefore, RPM International's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 3.70%.
The historical rank and industry rank for RPM International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
MEX:RPM'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.73 Med: 10.36 Max: 13.58
Current: 12.64
During the past 13 years, RPM International's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 13.58%. The lowest was 5.73%. And the median was 10.36%.
MEX:RPM's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 92.06% of 1612
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 3.075
vs MEX:RPM: 12.64
RPM International (MEX:RPM) Return-on-Tangible-Asset Explanation
Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures the rate of return on the average total tangible assets (total assets minus intangible assets). Tangible means physical in nature. Intangible Assets are assets that are not physical in nature, and typically "derive their value from legal or intellectual rights." Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures a firm's efficiency at generating profits from its tangible assets. It shows how well a company uses what it has to generate earnings. Return-on-Tangible-Assets can vary drastically across industries. Therefore, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be used to compare companies in different industries.
Be Aware
Like ROE and ROA, Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated with only 12 months data. Fluctuations in the companys earnings or business cycles can affect the ratio drastically. It is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Return-on-Tangible-Asset can be affected by events such as stock buyback or issuance, and by a companys tax rate and its interest payment. Return-on-Tangible-Asset may not reflect the true earning power of the assets. A more accurate measurement is ROC % (ROC).
Many analysts argue the higher return the better. Buffett states that really high Return-on-Tangible-Asset may indicate vulnerability in the durability of the competitive advantage.
RPM International Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
RPM International Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for RPM International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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.
MEX:RPM vs SOLS, ALB, ESI: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, RPM International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset, along with its competitors' market caps and Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, RPM International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where RPM International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset falls into.
* 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.
In the calculation of annual Return-on-Tangible-Asset, the net income of the last fiscal year and the average total tangible assets over the fiscal year are used. In calculating the quarterly data,
the Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Feb. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 3.70% mean?
RPM International (MEX:RPM) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 3.70% as of Feb. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on RPM International and its competitors. This is 64% below median its historical median of 10.36. Over the past decade, RPM International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 5.73 to 13.58. According to the industry distribution chart, RPM International ranks #128 out of 1612 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 7.9%.
Is RPM International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
RPM International's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 3.70% is 64% below median its 10-year median of 10.36. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.73 to a high of 13.58. The Chemicals industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.08. RPM International's value of 3.70% is 20.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, RPM International ranks #128 out of 1612 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, RPM International has a GF Score™ of 86/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does RPM International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to SOLS and ALB?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, RPM International ranks #128 out of 1612 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places RPM International in the top 8% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.08. RPM International's value of 3.70% is 20.3% above this benchmark. Historically, RPM International's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 5.73 to 13.58 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.36 vs. the industry median of 3.08, 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset for a Chemicals company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Chemicals companies is 3.08, based on 1,612 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Return-on-Tangible-Asset significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. RPM International's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 3.70% is 20.3% 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset mean?
A high Return-on-Tangible-Asset can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on RPM International and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.08 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. RPM International's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.70%, which is 64% below median its own 10-year median of 10.36. 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 3.70%. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN2,382.47, compared to a current price of MXN2,060.00 — trading 13.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.70%, which is 64% below median its 10-year median of 10.36 and 20.3% above the Chemicals industry median of 3.08. RPM International's overall GF Score™ is 86/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Return-on-Tangible-Asset calculated?
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated from a company's financial statements. For RPM International (MEX:RPM), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.70% as of Feb. 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 13.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN2,382.47.
Key valuation signals for MEX:RPM:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 3.70% (64% below median its 10-year median of 10.36)
GF Value™: MXN2,382.47 vs. price of MXN2,060.00 (13.5% below fair value)
Industry Position: 20.3% above the Chemicals median (#128 of 1612)
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 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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