Nucor Corp (NUE)vsPOSCO Holdings Inc (PKX)
NUE
Nucor Corp
$158.58
-2.08%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $36.29B
PKX
POSCO Holdings Inc
$55.68
-3.01%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $16.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
POSCO Holdings Inc generates 212539% more annual revenue ($69.09T vs $32.49B). PKX leads profitability with a 95.0% profit margin vs 5.4%. PKX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. NUE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
NUE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
PKX
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+44.8%
Fair Value
$351.94
Current Price
$158.58
$193.36 discount
Margin of Safety
-611.5%
Fair Value
$9.18
Current Price
$55.68
$46.50 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 34.2% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 82 in profit
Keeps 95 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 330.5B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
5.4% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 5.4%
Earnings declined 2.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NUE
The strongest argument for NUE centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : PKX
The strongest argument for PKX centers on Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 95.0% and operating margin at 7.0%. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NUE
The primary concerns for NUE are Profit Margin, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : PKX
The primary concerns for PKX are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 41.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NUE profiles as a value stock while PKX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
NUE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.77 — expect wider price swings.
NUE is growing revenue faster at 8.6% — sustainability is the question.
PKX generates stronger free cash flow (330.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NUE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 47/100). 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.
Nucor Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Nucor Corporation is a producer of steel and related products based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
POSCO manufactures and sells rolled products and steel plates in South Korea and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pohang, South Korea.
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