Cleveland-Cliffs Inc (CLF)vsReliance Steel & Aluminum Co (RS)
CLF
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
$8.54
+2.77%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.74B
RS
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co
$298.99
-0.41%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $15.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc generates 30% more annual revenue ($18.61B vs $14.29B). RS leads profitability with a 5.2% profit margin vs -7.9%. CLF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. RS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CLF
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
RS
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CLF.
Margin of Safety
+16.7%
Fair Value
$432.82
Current Price
$298.99
$133.83 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -21.6% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 0.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLF
The strongest argument for CLF centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RS
The strongest argument for RS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CLF
The primary concerns for CLF are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : RS
The primary concerns for RS are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLF profiles as a turnaround stock while RS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CLF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.87 — expect wider price swings.
RS is growing revenue faster at 11.9% — sustainability is the question.
RS generates stronger free cash flow (203M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RS scores higher overall (59/100 vs 48/100) and 11.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an independent iron ore mining company in the United States, Canada and internationally. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
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BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co. is a metal service center company. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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