RPM International Profit Margin

RPM International (RPM) currently reports a profit margin of 8.41% as of May 2026. That compares with 9.34% in the prior-year period — down 10.0% year over year. That is below the Materials sector average of 17.13%. Use the charts on this page to explore RPM International's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

RPM International's profit margin decreased from 9.34% to 8.41% — a 10.0% year-over-year decrease (period ending May 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

RPM International's profit margin of 8.41% is lower than the Materials sector average of 17.13%. That is roughly 50.9% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but RPM International's current 8.41% should be judged against Materials norms (sector average: 17.13%) and against RPM's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of 8.41%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Materials average is 17.13%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for RPM International, and consider following RPM for alerts when major investors trade the stock.