Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co (RS)vsCompanhia Siderurgica Nacional ADR (SID)
RS
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co
$394.41
-0.52%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.10B
SID
Companhia Siderurgica Nacional ADR
$1.18
-9.23%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia Siderurgica Nacional ADR generates 200% more annual revenue ($44.49B vs $14.84B). RS leads profitability with a 5.4% profit margin vs -4.5%. SID appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.32. RS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
RS
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
SID
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 3321.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
5.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.9%
ROE of -15.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RS
The strongest argument for RS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 15.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SID
The strongest argument for SID centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : RS
The primary concerns for RS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : SID
The primary concerns for SID are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 4.01 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RS profiles as a growth stock while SID is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SID carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — 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 57/100) and 15.5% revenue growth. 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.
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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BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Companhia Siderurgica Nacional (SID) is a premier integrated steel producer in Brazil, significantly influencing the Latin American steel sector. The company supplies a broad range of high-quality steel products, including flat and long steel, which are essential for diverse industries such as construction, automotive, and manufacturing. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, SID is focused on optimizing operational efficiency while minimizing its environmental footprint. Leveraging its substantial production capacity and pursuing strategic expansion opportunities, SID is strategically positioned to meet the growing global demand for steel, thereby strengthening its competitive edge in the market.
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