Steel Dynamics, Inc. (stld)
STLD — Company Overview
Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) trades on NMS as part of the Basic Materials peer group (Steel).
| Ticker | STLD |
| Sector | Basic Materials |
| Industry | Steel |
| Exchange | NMS |
| Market cap | $33.58B |
| Last price | $234.29 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
STLD — Business Description
STLD represents a Steel business in the Basic Materials segment. Steel Dynamics, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a steel producer and metal recycler in the United States. It operates through four segments: Steel Operations, Metals Recycling Operations, Steel Fabrication Operations, and Aluminum Operations. The Steel Operations segment offers hot rolled, cold rolled, and coated steel products; parallel flange beams and channel sections, large unequal leg angles, and reinforcing steel bars, standard strength carbon, intermediate alloy hardness, and premium grade rail products; engineered special-bar-quality products, merchant-bar-quality products, and other engineered round steel bars; channels, angles, flats, merchant rounds, and reinforcing steel bars; and…
Official website: https://www.steeldynamics.com.
STLD — Investment Thesis
At a high level, STLD offers exposure to Basic Materials with metrics outlined below from public market data.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 33.4% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 21.22× sits in a moderate band relative to high-growth peers.
- Forward P/E (11.97×) is below trailing P/E — earnings may be expected to improve.
- Dividend yield near 0.9% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $33.58B.
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STLD — Financial Health
Key financial health indicators for Steel Dynamics, Inc. are derived exclusively from public data — no proprietary estimates.
Profit margin near 7.8% leaves a narrower cushion versus higher-margin peers. Positive free cash flow of $234.19M supports balance-sheet flexibility.
| Trailing P/E | 21.22× |
| Forward P/E | 11.97× |
| Price / Sales | 1.63× |
| Price / Book | 3.57× |
| Gross margin | 14.7% |
| Operating margin | 11.5% |
| Profit margin | 7.8% |
| Return on equity | 17.6% |
| Debt / Equity | 46.92 |
| Free cash flow | $234.19M |
STLD — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) depends on demand trends in Steel and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 33.4% indicates strong top-line momentum.
- Earnings growth of 83.6% year-over-year supports improving profitability.
- Price is 18.9% below the 52-week high.
STLD — Competitive Position
Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Basic Materials.
- Competes within Basic Materials, specifically in Steel.
- Market capitalization of $33.58B places STLD among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 14.7% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
STLD — Strengths
Strengths for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Revenue growth of 33.4% year-over-year.
- Earnings growth of 83.6% year-over-year.
- Return on equity near 17.6% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
- Positive free cash flow ($234.19M).
- Moderate leverage (debt/equity 46.92).
- Large Cap scale ($33.58B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
STLD — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) based on available data:
- High beta (1.51) amplifies market swings.
STLD — Opportunities
- Sustained revenue growth (33.4%) could support multiple expansion if margins hold.
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
- Forward earnings multiple below trailing P/E — potential earnings acceleration ahead.
STLD — Risks
- Beta of 1.51 implies above-market volatility.
STLD — Summary
Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) is a large-cap Basic Materials company focused on Steel, listed on NMS. Last price $234.29 with market cap $33.58B. Trailing P/E 21.22×. Revenue grew 33.4% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include revenue growth of 33.4% year-over-year. Key watch items include high beta (1.51) amplifies market swings. Premium Terminal tools for Steel Dynamics, Inc. add ownership analytics, news, and richer estimate history beyond this public summary.
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Steel Dynamics, Inc. FAQ
What does Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) do?
Steel Dynamics, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a steel producer and metal recycler in the United States. It operates through four segments: Steel Operations, Metals Recycling Operations, Steel Fabrication Operations, and Aluminum Operations. The Steel Operatio…
What is STLD's P/E ratio?
Steel Dynamics, Inc. has a trailing P/E of 21.22× based on publicly available market data.
Does STLD pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 0.9%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is STLD in?
Steel Dynamics, Inc. is classified in Basic Materials (Steel) on NMS.
What is STLD's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $33.58B.
What are the main risks for STLD?
Key risks include above-average volatility (beta 1.51), among factors on this page.
What are the strengths of STLD?
Potential positives include revenue growth of 33.4% year-over-year, earnings growth of 83.6% year-over-year.
Where can I get analyst estimates for STLD?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for Steel Dynamics, Inc. are on the free /stocks/stld/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.