Nucor Corp (NUE) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Nucor Corp stock (NUE) is currently trading at $158.58. Nucor Corp PE ratio is 21.09. Nucor Corp PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 1.12. Analyst consensus price target for NUE is $187.46. WallStSmart rates NUE as Hold.
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- NUE fair value vs current price
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- Is NUE undervalued or overvalued?
- Nucor Corp financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- NUE Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- NUE analyst price target and Smart Rating
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NUE Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Nucor Corp (NUE)
NUE trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $351.94, offering a 45% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Nucor Corp (NUE) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in market cap, price/sales, price/book. Concerns around peg ratio and return on equity. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Nucor Corp (NUE) Key Strengths (5)
Earnings per share surging 34.20% year-over-year
78.60% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Large-cap company with substantial market presence
Paying $1.12 for every $1 of annual revenue
Trading at 1.73x book value, attractively priced
Supporting Valuation Data
Nucor Corp (NUE) Areas to Watch (5)
Very expensive relative to growth, significant premium
Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency
Low profitability relative to shareholder equity
Modest revenue growth at 8.60%
Thin profit margins with limited profitability
Nucor Corp (NUE) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 59/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.0/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 3.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on EPS Growth, Institutional Own., Market Cap. Valuation metrics including Price/Sales (1.12), Price/Book (1.73) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 34.20%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (5.21) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 8.60%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 9.36%, Operating Margin at 6.87%, Profit Margin at 5.37%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether PEG Ratio improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 9.36% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 8.60% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (EPS Growth, Institutional Own.) and negatives (PEG Ratio, Operating Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Nucor Corp (NUE) · BASIC MATERIALS › STEEL
The Big Picture
Nucor Corp operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 32.5B with 9% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 5.4%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.
Key Findings
ROE of 936.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Free cash flow is -3M, meaning the company is burning cash. This may be acceptable for high-growth companies investing heavily.
What to Watch Next
Margin expansion: can Nucor Corp push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?
Volatility is elevated with a beta of 1.77, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.
Debt management: total debt of 7.1B is significantly higher than cash (2.3B). Monitor refinancing risk.
Sector dynamics: monitor STEEL industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Nucor Corp.
Bottom Line
Nucor Corp offers stability with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. The valuation may present an opportunity for patient investors, though limited growth means returns will likely come from dividends and modest capital appreciation rather than explosive gains.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(27 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
QUERY, KENNETH REX Executive Vice President | Sell | -7,452 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
NEEDHAM, DANIEL R. Executive Vice President | Sell | -3,881 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
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About Nucor Corp(NUE)
NYSE
BASIC MATERIALS
STEEL
USA
Nucor Corporation is a producer of steel and related products based in Charlotte, North Carolina.