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Nucor Corporation (NUE) Stock

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Stock Details

Nucor Corporation (NUE), a prominent company in the basic materials sector within the steel industry, is based in United States and primarily trades on the NYQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $170.53. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $97.59 and $196.90. This places the current price at 86.6% of its 52-week high and 74.7% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 1,306,718. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US6703461052.

52-Week Range

$196.90 - $97.59

-13.39% from high · +74.74% from low

Avg Daily Volume

1,306,718

Latest volume

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

22.41

Near market average

Forward P/E

12.38

Earnings expected to grow

Price to Book

1.84

EV/EBITDA

10.67

EPS (TTM)

$7.53

Price to Sales

1.19

Beta

1.77

More volatile than market

Q:How is NUE valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Nucor Corporation trades at a P/E ratio of 22.41, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 12.38 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year.
Q:What is NUE's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.77, Nucor Corporation is significantly more volatile than the market. For every 10% market move, this stock tends to move 18% in the same direction. Higher beta stocks offer greater potential returns but with increased risk. The price-to-book ratio of 1.84 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

5.37%

Operating Margin

6.87%

EBITDA

$4.14B

Return on Equity

9.36%

Return on Assets

4.81%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

8.60%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

34.20%

Q:How profitable and efficient is NUE's business model?
Nucor Corporation achieves a profit margin of 5.37%, meaning it retains $5.37 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This relatively low margin suggests the company operates in a competitive environment or high-cost industry where profitability is challenging. The operating margin of 6.87% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 9.36% and ROA at 4.81%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
Q:What are NUE's recent growth trends?
Nucor Corporation's revenue grew by 8.60% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 34.20% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against Steel industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$2.24

Dividend Yield

1.33%

Ex-Dividend Date

Mar 31, 2026

Dividend Date

May 11, 2026

Q:What dividend income can investors expect from NUE?
Nucor Corporation offers a dividend yield of 1.33%, paying $2.24 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of Mar 31, 2026.
Q:How reliable is NUE's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Nucor Corporation pays $2.24 per share in dividends against earnings of $7.53 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 29.75%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for May 11, 2026.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$38.6B

Revenue (TTM)

$32.49B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$140.85

Shares Outstanding

227.77M

Book Value/Share

$91.70

Asset Type

EQUITY

Q:What is NUE's market capitalization and position?
Nucor Corporation has a market capitalization of $38.6B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 227.77M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the Steel industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
Q:How does NUE's price compare to its book value?
Nucor Corporation's book value per share is $91.70, while the current stock price is $170.53, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.86. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As EQUITY, this represents a specific type of security.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$187.31

9.84% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

2

Buy

9

Hold

4

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

Q:How reliable are analyst predictions for NUE?
15 analysts cover NUE with 73% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The strong bullish consensus may already be priced in. The consensus target of $187.31 implies 9.8% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
Q:What is the Wall Street consensus on NUE?
Current analyst recommendations:2 Strong Buy, 9 Buy, 4 Hold, 00The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Mar 8, 2026, 02:22 AM

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