Commercial Metals Company (CMC)vsInsteel Industries Inc (IIIN)
CMC
Commercial Metals Company
$63.85
-1.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.09B
IIIN
Insteel Industries Inc
$28.17
+0.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $559.51M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Commercial Metals Company generates 1170% more annual revenue ($9.39B vs $739.51M). CMC leads profitability with a 7.0% profit margin vs 4.0%. IIIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. CMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
CMC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
IIIN
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CMC.
Margin of Safety
-15.2%
Fair Value
$32.25
Current Price
$28.17
$4.08 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 41.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
17.9% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
7.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMC
The strongest argument for CMC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : IIIN
The strongest argument for IIIN centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 17.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CMC
The primary concerns for CMC are Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : IIIN
The primary concerns for IIIN are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
CMC is growing revenue faster at 25.7% — sustainability is the question.
CMC generates stronger free cash flow (280M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor METAL FABRICATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CMC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 55/100) and 25.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Commercial Metals Company
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Commercial Metals Company manufactures, recycles, and manufactures steel and metal products and related materials and services in the United States, Poland, China, Germany, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
Insteel Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Insteel Industries, Inc., manufactures and markets steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction applications. The company is headquartered in Mount Airy, North Carolina.
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