Huadi International Group Co Ltd (HUDI)vsReliance Steel & Aluminum Co (RS)
HUDI
Huadi International Group Co Ltd
$0.96
-0.94%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $13.44M
RS
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co
$394.41
-0.52%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co generates 23488% more annual revenue ($14.84B vs $62.90M). RS leads profitability with a 5.4% profit margin vs -2.2%. RS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
HUDI
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
RS
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+66.9%
Fair Value
$3.45
Current Price
$0.96
$2.49 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.5% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 36.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -1.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
5.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HUDI
The strongest argument for HUDI centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : RS
The strongest argument for RS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 15.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HUDI
The primary concerns for HUDI are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : RS
The primary concerns for RS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HUDI profiles as a turnaround stock while RS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HUDI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.93 — expect wider price swings.
RS is growing revenue faster at 15.5% — sustainability is the question.
RS generates stronger free cash flow (87M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RS scores higher overall (63/100 vs 29/100) and 15.5% revenue growth. HUDI offers better value entry with a 66.9% margin of safety. 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.
Huadi International Group Co Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · China
Huadi International Group Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells seamless stainless steel industrial pipes and tubes in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Wenzhou, the People's Republic of China.
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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