Commercial Metals Company (CMC)vsMueller Industries Inc (MLI)
CMC
Commercial Metals Company
$75.13
+1.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.57B
MLI
Mueller Industries Inc
$68.85
-0.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Commercial Metals Company generates 90% more annual revenue ($8.85B vs $4.66B). MLI leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs 6.7%. MLI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.41. CMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
CMC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
MLI
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 112.3% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 22.9% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 21.8%
Revenue surging 25.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
6.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.8% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMC
The strongest argument for CMC centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 22.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MLI
The strongest argument for MLI centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 21.8%. Revenue growth of 25.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CMC
The primary concerns for CMC are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MLI
The primary concerns for MLI are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
MLI is growing revenue faster at 25.5% — sustainability is the question.
CMC generates stronger free cash flow (76M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor METAL FABRICATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CMC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 65/100) and 22.9% 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.
Mueller Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Mueller Industries, Inc. manufactures and sells copper, brass, aluminum, and plastic products in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, South Korea, the Middle East, China, and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Collierville, Tennessee.
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