Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock (FRD)vsReliance Steel & Aluminum Co (RS)
FRD
Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock
$40.48
-1.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $302.79M
RS
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co
$411.17
+1.11%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $20.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co generates 2002% more annual revenue ($15.81B vs $752.11M). RS leads profitability with a 5.7% profit margin vs 3.6%. FRD trades at a lower P/E of 10.9x. RS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
FRD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
RS
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+40.5%
Fair Value
$35.33
Current Price
$40.48
$5.15 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 78.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 152.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 42.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FRD
The strongest argument for FRD centers on P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 78.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RS
The strongest argument for RS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 26.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FRD
The primary concerns for FRD are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : RS
The primary concerns for RS are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRD profiles as a hypergrowth stock while RS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FRD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.65 — expect wider price swings.
FRD is growing revenue faster at 78.1% — sustainability is the question.
RS generates stronger free cash flow (69M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RS scores higher overall (65/100 vs 63/100) and 26.5% revenue growth. FRD offers better value entry with a 40.5% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Friedman Industries, Incorporated is engaged in the steel processing, pipe fabrication and processing, and steel and pipe distribution businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Longview, Texas.
Visit Website →Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co
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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