Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co (RS)vsTernium SA ADR (TX)
RS
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co
$290.56
-1.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $15.19B
TX
Ternium SA ADR
$37.48
-1.08%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ternium SA ADR generates 9% more annual revenue ($15.61B vs $14.29B). RS leads profitability with a 5.2% profit margin vs 2.7%. TX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.13. RS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
RS
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
TX
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+15.5%
Fair Value
$426.32
Current Price
$290.56
$135.76 discount
Margin of Safety
-202.5%
Fair Value
$14.96
Current Price
$37.48
$22.52 premium
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RS
The strongest argument for RS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TX
The strongest argument for TX centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.13 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : RS
The primary concerns for RS are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TX
The primary concerns for TX are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
RS is growing revenue faster at 11.9% — sustainability is the question.
RS generates stronger free cash flow (203M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor STEEL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
RS scores higher overall (59/100 vs 47/100) and 11.9% 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.
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.
Visit Website →Ternium SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Ternium SA manufactures and processes various steel products in Mexico, Argentina, Paraguay, Chile, Bolivia, Uruguay, Brazil, the United States, Colombia, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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