Stock Scorecard
Stock Summary for Steel Dynamics Inc (STLD) - $169.35 as of 1/12/2026 9:19:08 PM EST
Total Score
9 out of 30
Safety Score
49 out of 100
Currently on the following lists
None
Tim's Recommendation
Avoid
Growth List Algorithm Criteria for STLD
| Positive Quarterly and Annual earnings growth | |
| P/E ratio less than Industry P/E Ratio | |
| P/E ratio less than Sector P/E Ratio | |
| P/E ratio that is half the Annual earnings growth rate (or less) | |
| Positive net cash position the past year and most recent quarter | |
| Equity to debt ratio greater than 0.75 for past year and most recent quarter | |
| Positive net income past year and 12 trailing months | |
| Free cash flow ratio greater than 0 and less than 10 |
Small Cap List Algorithm Criteria for STLD
| Revenue growing by at least 20% average per year over the last 5 years | |
| Market Capitalization under 2 billion | |
| Price to Sales (P/S) ratio 12 trailing months less than Industry P/S ratio twelve trailing months | |
| Price to Sales (P/S) ratio 12 trailing months less than Sector P/S ratio twelve trailing months | |
| Net Income past year > Net Income prior year OR Net Income 12 trailing months > Net Income prior year OR Net Income 12 trailing months > Net Income past year |
Dividend List Algorithm Criteria for STLD
| Declared an ex-dividend date | |
| Forward annual dividend rate greater than 2 | |
| Positive net cash position the past year and most recent quarter | |
| Equity to debt ratio greater than 0.75 for past year and most recent quarter | |
| Current ratio most recent quarter greater than 2 | |
| Cash Flow per Share greater than Trailing Dividend Rate |
Bonus Criteria for STLD
| P/E ratio less than five-year Average P/E ratio | |
| Last Price to 52 Week Low Ratio Less Than 1 | |
| Total Cash Per Share > Last Day Price | |
| P/S Ratio < 1 | |
| P/B Ratio < 1 |
Safety Rating Criteria for STLD (49 out of 100)
| Stock Price Rating (Max of 10) | 10 |
| Historical Stock Price Rating (Max of 10) | 9 |
| Stock Price Trend (Max of 10) | 9 |
| Book Value (Max of 10) | 9 |
| Book Value to Price (Max of 10) | 0 |
| Analyst Buy Ratings (Max of 5) | 5 |
| Analyst Strong Buy Ratings (Max of 5) | 4 |
| Dividend Yield Percentage (Max of 10) | 1 |
| Operating Margin (Max of 10) | 3 |
| Trading Volume (Max of 10) | 9 |
| Price to Earnings (Max of 10) | 0 |
| Geopolitical Risk Adjustment (Always 0 for USA or a Negative Number for Non-USA) | -10 |
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Company Overview |
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| Ticker | STLD |
| Company Name | Steel Dynamics Inc |
| Country | N/A |
| Description | Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) stands as a leading steel producer and metal recycler in the United States, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and sustainability in manufacturing. The company boasts a diverse product suite that includes high-quality structural and flat-rolled steel, supported by state-of-the-art facilities designed for operational efficiency and environmental stewardship. With a vertically integrated business model, Steel Dynamics enhances its competitive edge through effective recycling operations that optimize costs and promote sustainable practices. As a key player in North America's steel market, the company is well-equipped to capitalize on growth opportunities while consistently delivering robust results and value for investors. |
| Sector Name | BASIC MATERIALS |
| Industry Name | STEEL |
| Most Recent Quarter | 9/30/2025 |
| Next Earnings Date | N/A |
Stock Price History |
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| Last Day Price | 169.35 |
| Price 4 Years Ago | 93.49 |
| Last Day Price Updated | 1/12/2026 9:19:08 PM EST |
| Last Day Volume | 1,086,761 |
| Average Daily Volume | 1,245,857 |
| 52-Week High | 177.84 |
| 52-Week Low | 102.11 |
| Last Price to 52 Week Low | 65.85% |
Valuation Measures |
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| Trailing PE | N/A |
| Industry PE | 38.97 |
| Sector PE | 39.15 |
| 5-Year Average PE | 10.86 |
| Free Cash Flow Ratio | 32.07 |
| Industry Free Cash Flow Ratio | 25.01 |
| Sector Free Cash Flow Ratio | 42.19 |
| Current Ratio Most Recent Quarter | 3.11 |
| Total Cash Per Share | 5.28 |
| Book Value Per Share Most Recent Quarter | 61.55 |
| Price to Book Ratio | 2.73 |
| Industry Price to Book Ratio | 1.63 |
| Sector Price to Book Ratio | 3.83 |
| Price to Sales Ratio Twelve Trailing Months | 1.40 |
| Industry Price to Sales Ratio Twelve Trailing Months | 0.65 |
| Sector Price to Sales Ratio Twelve Trailing Months | 4.51 |
| Analyst Buy Ratings | 8 |
| Analyst Strong Buy Ratings | 2 |
Share Statistics |
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| Total Shares Outstanding | 146,035,000 |
| Market Capitalization | 24,731,027,250 |
| Institutional Ownership | N/A |
Dividends |
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| Ex-Dividend Date | 12/31/2025 |
| Previous Dividend Amount | 0.5000 |
| Current Dividend Amount | 0.5000 |
| Total Years Dividend Increasing |
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| Trailing Annual Dividend Rate | 2.00 |
| Trailing Annual Dividend Yield | 1.18% |
| Forward Annual Dividend Rate | 2.00 |
| Forward Annual Dividend Yield | 1.18% |
| 5-Year Dividend Payments Count | 20 |
| 3-Year Average Dividend Yield | 1.43% |
| 5-Year Average Dividend Yield | 1.51% |
| 1-Year Dividend Growth Rate Percentage | 8.70% |
| 3-Year Dividend Growth Rate Percentage | 8.47% |
| 5-Year Dividend Growth Rate Percentage | 17.76% |
| All-Time Dividend Growth Rate Percentage | 16.16% |
| Dividend Payout Ratio | 26.49% |
Income Statement |
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| Quarterly Earnings Growth YOY | 33.70% |
| Annual Earnings Growth | -37.28% |
| Reported EPS 12 Trailing Months | 7.55 |
| Reported EPS Past Year | 6.19 |
| Reported EPS Prior Year | 9.80 |
| Net Income Twelve Trailing Months | 1,126,855,000 |
| Net Income Past Year | 1,537,134,000 |
| Net Income Prior Year | 2,450,882,000 |
| Quarterly Revenue Growth YOY | 11.20% |
| 5-Year Revenue Growth | 10.88% |
| Operating Margin Twelve Trailing Months | 10.50% |
Balance Sheet |
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| Total Cash Most Recent Quarter | 770,356,000 |
| Total Cash Past Year | 589,464,000 |
| Total Cash Prior Year | 1,400,887,000 |
| Net Cash Position Most Recent Quarter | -3,010,670,000 |
| Net Cash Position Past Year | -2,214,553,000 |
| Long Term Debt Past Year | 2,804,017,000 |
| Long Term Debt Prior Year | 2,611,069,000 |
| Total Debt Most Recent Quarter | 3,781,026,000 |
| Equity to Debt Ratio Past Year | 0.76 |
| Equity to Debt Ratio Most Recent Quarter | 0.70 |
| Total Stockholder Equity Past Year | 8,934,287,000 |
| Total Stockholder Equity Prior Year | 8,866,666,000 |
| Total Stockholder Equity Most Recent Quarter | 8,995,142,000 |
Free Cash Flow |
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| Free Cash Flow Twelve Trailing Months | 310,990,000 |
| Free Cash Flow Per Share Twelve Trailing Months | 2.13 |
| Free Cash Flow Past Year | -23,503,000 |
| Free Cash Flow Prior Year | 1,862,023,000 |
Options |
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| Put/Call Ratio | 1.19 |
| Has Options | Options Chain |
| Liquidity Rating | |
Technical Analysis |
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| Yahoo Finance Chart | Yahoo Finance Chart |
| MACD | 2.26 |
| MACD Signal | 3.32 |
| 20-Day Bollinger Lower Band | 122.90 |
| 20-Day Bollinger Middle Band | 153.60 |
| 20-Day Bollinger Upper Band | 184.30 |
| Beta | 1.48 |
| RSI | 46.74 |
| 50-Day SMA | 137.05 |
| 150-Day SMA | 122.67 |
| 200-Day SMA | 112.97 |
System |
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| Modified | 1/10/2026 8:40:12 AM EST |