Deutsche Bank Cuts RPM International (RPM) Price Target to $115

On October 8, 2026, Deutsche Bank reiterated its Buy rating on RPM International Inc. (NYSE: RPM) while adjusting its price target down to $115 from $126. The stock closed at $99.43 on the day of the rating change and recently traded around $101.53 on October 16, 2026, sitting about 2.1% higher than that event close.

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$99.48 ▼ -2.65% year to date

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Daily close · Oct 19, 2026

Other Institutional Activity in RPM International Inc.

Other major funds made notable adjustments to their holdings in the specialty chemicals maker around mid-2026. Aristotle Capital Management, LLC reduced its stake by 452,157 shares to end with 6,911,971 shares worth about $687.6 million. Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC grew its holdings by 299,770 shares, ending with 4,152,859 shares worth about $413.1 million. Victory Capital Management Inc. trimmed its position by 65,727 shares, finishing with 3,823,468 shares valued at roughly $380.4 million.

RPM International Inc. Stock Up 1.4%

Shares of RPM International have traded in a steady range, recently changing hands around $101.53. The stock sits below several recent Wall Street targets while maintaining solid support from institutional investors.

Recent Earnings

RPM International brought in trailing-twelve-month revenue of $7.96 billion alongside basic earnings per share of $5.41. The company posted a net profit margin of 8.7% and a return on equity of 21.1%. Its next quarterly financial update is scheduled for release on January 7, 2027.

Dividend

The company distributes an annual dividend rate of $2.28 per share to shareholders. This payout consumes 39.9% of the firm's earnings, leaving ample room for reinvestment into its specialty chemicals operations.

Insider Buying and Selling at RPM International Inc.

Company insiders completed several share dispositions prior to the autumn rating updates. Director Salvatore D Fazzolari sold 375 shares on October 31, 2025, at an average price of $107.67 for a total of $40,376. Director Frederick R Nance disposed of 792 shares on November 11, 2025, at $107.98 per share, totaling $85,517. Officer Timothy R. Kinser parted with 3,441 shares on January 21, 2026, at $110.30 each for a total value of $379,560.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Wall Street firms updated their outlooks on RPM International during early October 2026. On October 5, Wells Fargo maintained an Overweight rating and adjusted its target to $130 from $135. UBS maintained a Buy rating on October 7, lowering its target from $142 to $128. Citigroup maintained a Buy rating on October 7, trimming its target to $116 from $128. RBC Capital maintained an Outperform rating on October 7, moving its target from $128 to $120. Finally, Deutsche Bank maintained its Buy rating on October 8, setting the target at $115.

About RPM International Inc.

RPM International Inc. manufactures and distributes specialty chemical products focused on the construction, industrial, and consumer sectors. Headquartered in Medina, Ohio, the company operates through construction product groups, performance coating groups, and consumer divisions, serving customers across global markets.

Bottom Line

Deutsche Bank's updated target reflects shifting expectations as Wall Street recalibrates valuations across the specialty chemicals sector. Investors will look toward the next earnings report on January 7, 2027, for fresh details on operational margins and demand trends.