Nucor Corporation
NUEBasic MaterialsNASDAQSteel · Last scanned May 29, 2026
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Daily timeframeNucor Corporation engages in the manufacture and sale of steel and steel products. With a market capitalization of $56.78B, it sits in large-cap territory. The company operates in three segments: Steel Mills, Steel Products, and Raw Materials.
Market Cap
$56.78B
Beta
1.88
P/E (TTM)
24.76
P/E (Fwd)
15.79
EPS (TTM)
$10.07
EPS (Fwd)
$15.78
ROE
12.3%
ROA
6.2%
Cash
$2.48B
Total Debt
$7.12B
Free CF
-$384.1M
52W Change
128.0%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The company holds $2.48B in cash, though total debt stands at $7.12B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$384.1M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. ROE of 12.3% points to decent capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. An ROA of 6.2% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has pulled back from $41.51B (2022) to $32.49B (2025), a 22% decline worth watching.
A beta of 1.88 means NUE is more volatile than average. Investors should be prepared for wider price swings relative to broader indices. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing NUE.