ArcelorMittal SA ADR (MT)vsReliance Steel & Aluminum Co (RS)
MT
ArcelorMittal SA ADR
$74.51
-0.73%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $59.37B
RS
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co
$394.21
+0.46%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $20.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ArcelorMittal SA ADR generates 298% more annual revenue ($62.85B vs $15.81B). RS leads profitability with a 5.7% profit margin vs 2.9%. MT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.42. RS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
MT
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
RS
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
2.9% margin — thin
Earnings declined 61.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MT
The strongest argument for MT centers on PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.42 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 26.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MT
The primary concerns for MT are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.9% 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
MT profiles as a value stock while RS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.75 — expect wider price swings.
RS is growing revenue faster at 26.5% — sustainability is the question.
RS generates stronger free cash flow (69M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RS scores higher overall (65/100 vs 50/100) and 26.5% 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.
ArcelorMittal SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
ArcelorMittal owns and operates steelmaking and mining facilities in Europe, North and South America, Asia and Africa. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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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