Algoma Steel Group Inc (ASTL)vsNucor Corp (NUE)
ASTL
Algoma Steel Group Inc
$4.03
+6.90%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $376.91M
NUE
Nucor Corp
$165.17
+1.49%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $37.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nucor Corp generates 1458% more annual revenue ($32.49B vs $2.09B). NUE leads profitability with a 5.4% profit margin vs -47.2%. NUE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ASTL
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
NUE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ASTL.
Margin of Safety
+44.8%
Fair Value
$351.94
Current Price
$165.17
$186.77 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 34.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -98.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 22.9%
Earnings declined 93.0%
5.4% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASTL
The strongest argument for ASTL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : NUE
The strongest argument for NUE centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ASTL
The primary concerns for ASTL are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : NUE
The primary concerns for NUE are Profit Margin, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASTL profiles as a turnaround stock while NUE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NUE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.77 — expect wider price swings.
NUE is growing revenue faster at 8.6% — sustainability is the question.
NUE generates stronger free cash flow (-3M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NUE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 34/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Algoma Steel Group Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Algoma Steel Group Inc. produces and sells steel products in Canada and the United States.
Nucor Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Nucor Corporation is a producer of steel and related products based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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