RPM International Inc., a leader in specialty coatings, sealants and building materials, today reported financial results for its fiscal 2026 third quarter ended February 28, 2026.

Frank C. Sullivan, RPM chairman and CEO commented, “I am proud of our record third-quarter results. In a period of volatile market conditions, we generated volume growth and record sales by utilizing our competitive strengths and nimbly focusing on growing end markets. Aided by MAP operational improvement initiatives, we demonstrated our ability to combine growth with efficiency, leveraging higher volumes to expand margins across all segments and generating strong operating cash flow. I want to thank all RPM associates for their focused execution and commitment to the organization.”

Record third-quarter sales were driven by engineered solutions for high-performance buildings, acquisitions and favorable foreign currency translation, which were partially offset by soft DIY demand. A rebound from the government shutdown and favorable comparisons to the prior-year, which was also hampered by harsh weather, contributed to the growth as well.

Geographically, Europe grew by 20.1% and was aided by M&A and favorable foreign exchange. North American sales grew 6.3%, driven by high-performance building solutions and acquisitions. All emerging markets grew and were led by Africa / Middle East, with growth driven by high-performance building and infrastructure projects, along with favorable foreign currency translation.

Sales included 3.0% organic growth, 3.5% growth from acquisitions, and a 2.4% benefit from foreign currency translation.

Adjusted EBIT was a record and was driven by higher sales and improved fixed-cost leverage from higher volumes, aided by MAP operational improvement initiatives. This more than offset increased healthcare expenses.

Record adjusted diluted EPS was primarily driven by improved adjusted EBIT.

Adjusted EBIT and adjusted EPS exclude costs related to MAP initiatives, including $22.1 million in pre-tax charges associated with SG&A-focused optimization actions that were implemented during the fiscal third quarter.

Record CPG sales were driven by broad-based strength across its North American businesses, which include roofing solutions, wall systems and concrete admixtures. Foreign currency translation and a rebound from the government shutdown also contributed to the record sales.

Sales included 6.9% organic growth, 0.2% growth from acquisitions net of divestitures, and a 3.4% benefit from foreign currency translation.

Adjusted EBIT was driven by improved sales, mix, SG&A-focused optimization actions and fixed-cost leverage, which more than offset temporary inefficiencies from plant consolidations.

Record PCG sales were driven by broad-based growth across its businesses, and in particular, protective coatings and passive fire protection. Demand in emerging markets for infrastructure and high-performance building solutions was also strong and positive foreign currency translation contributed to sales.

Sales included 5.1% organic growth, a 0.9% increase from acquisitions, and a 2.4% benefit from foreign currency translation.

Record adjusted EBIT was driven by improved sales, SG&A-focused optimization actions and fixed-cost leverage.

The Consumer Group’s record sales were driven by acquisitions and pricing to recover inflation. This growth was partially offset by continued softness in DIY markets as well as product rationalization.

Sales included a 2.4% organic decline, 9.0% growth from acquisitions, and a 1.3% benefit from foreign currency translation.

The adjusted EBIT increase was driven by MAP operational improvements, including SG&A-focused optimization actions, which more than offset reduced fixed-cost leverage from lower volumes and temporary inefficiencies from facility closures and transitions. The integration of acquired businesses and product rationalization also contributed to adjusted EBIT growth.

Cash Flow and Financial Position

During the first nine months of fiscal 2026:

• Cash provided by operating activities was $656.7 million, the second-highest amount in the company’s history, compared to $619.0 million in the prior-year period.
• Capital expenditures were $159.6 million compared to $158.9 million in the prior-year period.
• The company returned $255.3 million to stockholders through cash dividends and share repurchases, an increase of 5.2% compared to the prior year.
• The company had multiple small asset sales as part of MAP initiatives to rationalize production lines, with proceeds from these transactions totaling $14.3 million in the third fiscal quarter.

As of February 28, 2026:

• Total debt was $2.56 billion compared to $2.10 billion a year ago, with the increase driven by debt used to finance acquisitions.
• Total liquidity, including cash and committed revolving credit facilities, was $1.02 billion, compared to $1.21 billion a year ago, with the decrease driven by the use of credit facilities to finance acquisitions.
• The company extended the maturity of its revolving credit facility to February 27, 2031, and maintained the size of the facility at $1.35 billion.

Business Outlook

Sullivan said, “We expect to grow sales and adjusted EBIT again in the fourth quarter and deliver record results, even as we face more challenging comparisons and geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East adds cost and complexity to the operating environment.”

He concluded, “As we have demonstrated in prior cycles, we remain focused on what we can control—outgrowing our underlying markets and driving efficiency improvements. Our center‑led procurement team is applying lessons learned from past supply chain disruptions to mitigate inflation and ensure supply, while we implement pricing actions to offset remaining cost pressures. I want to thank our associates globally—especially those in the Middle East—for their commitment to safety and their continued focus on serving customers during these uncertain times.”

The company’s outlook for the fiscal 2026 fourth quarter is:

• Reaffirming consolidated sales to increase in the mid-single-digit range compared to prior-year record results.
• Reaffirming consolidated adjusted EBIT to be up low- to high-single-digits compared to prior-year record results.

Closing of Kalzip Acquisition

The company completed the previously announced acquisition of Kalzip GmbH, a global leader in the design and production of metal-based roofs and facades on March 31, 2026. Kalzip generated revenue of approximately €75.0 million in calendar year 2024 and is now part of the Construction Products Group.