RPM International enters fiscal 2027 with momentum in construction-linked businesses despite weak consumer demand. The company manufactures coatings, sealants and specialty chemicals sold in nearly 167 countries as of 31 May 2026. Construction Products Group sales rose 8.8% in the latest quarter, driven by concrete admixtures and roofing systems. Performance Coatings Group sales increased 5%, supported by infrastructure projects. Full-year consolidated sales are expected to grow 3% to 7%. RPM's system-selling strategy bundles roofing, wall and flooring solutions to capture more project spend. Recent acquisitions including Kalzip and The Pink Stuff add new capabilities. The company expects previously announced efficiency actions to generate approximately $75 million in fiscal 2027 benefits, supporting its 5% to 10% adjusted EBITDA growth outlook.

RPM International's vice president of corporate benefits and risk management, Janeen B. Kastner, disposed of 1,137 shares on 19 July 2026, according to an SEC filing. The transaction was non-discretionary, with shares returned to satisfy tax withholding obligations from vesting Performance Stock Units granted in 2023. Following the transaction, Kastner holds approximately 135,000 shares directly and through the company's 401(k) plan, valued at $13.85 million. She also holds 212,000 stock appreciation rights granted between 2017 and 2026. As of 20 July 2026, RPM shares traded at $101.63, giving the specialty chemicals manufacturer a market capitalisation of $13 billion. The company reported trailing twelve-month revenue of $7.7 billion and net income of $665.9 million.

RPM International reported record fiscal fourth-quarter results, with sales rising 7.2% and adjusted EBIT and earnings per share both hitting records. Growth was driven by the company's Construction Products and Performance Coatings segments, particularly in maintenance, restoration, high-performance buildings, infrastructure and emerging markets. All international regions posted double-digit growth, led by emerging markets, while North American sales rose 5%. The Consumer segment delivered record sales despite weak do-it-yourself demand, helped by acquisitions and pricing actions. For fiscal 2027, RPM guided for 3% to 7% sales growth and 5% to 10% adjusted EBITDA growth. The company expects raw material inflation of 5% to 6% in the first quarter, rising to 6% to 8% in the second quarter. RPM generated $899 million in operating cash flow and returned $349 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.