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Steel Dynamics Inc (STLD) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Steel Dynamics Inc stock (STLD) is currently trading at $163.95. Steel Dynamics Inc PE ratio is 20.55. Steel Dynamics Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 1.32. Analyst consensus price target for STLD is $193.46. WallStSmart rates STLD as Hold.

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STLD

Steel Dynamics Inc

NASDAQBASIC MATERIALS
$163.95
$3.60 (-2.15%)
52W$102.11
$208.47
Target$193.46+18.0%

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STLD Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Steel Dynamics Inc (STLD)

Margin of Safety
+44.9%
Strong Buy Zone
STLD Fair Value
$373.46
Graham Formula
Current Price
$163.95
$209.51 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $373.46
Overvalued
Price $163.95
Graham IV $373.46
Analyst $193.46

STLD trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $373.46, 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.

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Smart Analysis

Steel Dynamics Inc (STLD) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

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, eps growth. Concerns around peg ratio and operating margin. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Steel Dynamics Inc (STLD) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 9.3/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
34.70%10/10

Earnings per share surging 34.70% year-over-year

Institutional Own.Quality
86.06%10/10

86.06% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$23.94B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

Price/SalesValuation
1.328/10

Paying $1.32 for every $1 of annual revenue

Supporting Valuation Data

Forward P/E
12.0
Attractive
Price/Sales (TTM)
1.317
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
1.496
Undervalued

Steel Dynamics Inc (STLD) Areas to Watch (6)

Avg Score: 4.2/10
PEG RatioValuation
10.912/10

Very expensive relative to growth, significant premium

Operating MarginProfitability
7.03%2/10

Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency

Profit MarginProfitability
6.52%4/10

Thin profit margins with limited profitability

Return on EquityProfitability
13.30%5/10

Moderate profitability with room for improvement

Price/BookValuation
2.656/10

Fairly priced relative to book value

Revenue GrowthGrowth
14.00%6/10

Solid revenue growth at 14.00% per year

Steel Dynamics Inc (STLD) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 61/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 9.3/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 4.2/10). 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 (1.32) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 34.70%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (10.91), Price/Book (2.65) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 14.00%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 13.30%, Operating Margin at 7.03%, Profit Margin at 6.52%.

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 13.30% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 14.00% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. 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.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Steel Dynamics Inc (STLD) · BASIC MATERIALSSTEEL

The Big Picture

Steel Dynamics Inc operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 18.2B with 14% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 6.5%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 1330.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 84M in free cash flow and 273M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

What to Watch Next

Margin expansion: can Steel Dynamics Inc push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?

Debt management: total debt of 4.2B is significantly higher than cash (770M). Monitor refinancing risk.

Sector dynamics: monitor STEEL industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Steel Dynamics Inc.

Bottom Line

Steel Dynamics Inc 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(63 last 3 months)

Total Buys
29
Total Sells
34
Mar 2, 2026(1 transaction)
SCHNEIDER, BARRY
President and COO
Sell
Shares
-1,291

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 4:25:44 AM

About Steel Dynamics Inc(STLD)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

BASIC MATERIALS

Industry

STEEL

Country

USA

Steel Dynamics, Inc., is a steel producer and metal recycler in the United States.