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Steel Dynamics (STLD) Earnings: 3Q EPS Forecast Misses Estimates, Lower Steel Operations Profitability Expected

By September 17, 2024 No Comments
  • Steel Dynamics‘ Q3 EPS forecast is between $1.94 and $1.98, which is lower than the expected $2.11.
  • Profitability from steel operations is projected to be significantly lower than in the previous quarter.
  • The decline is due to lower average realized pricing in the flat-rolled steel segment, which is mostly based on contractual and lagging pricing indices.
  • Earnings from steel fabrication operations are also expected to be slightly lower than in the previous quarter.
  • Analyst recommendations include 3 buys, 7 holds, and 3 sells.

Steel Dynamics on Smartkarma

Analyst coverage of Steel Dynamics on Smartkarma by Baptista Research has highlighted some key insights. In the report “Steel Dynamics Inc.: A Dive Into Market Dynamics and Policy Tailwinds & Other Major Drivers,” the company achieved notable results in the second quarter of 2024. Despite mixed performances across operational aspects, Steel Dynamics saw total revenues of $4.6 billion. However, a fall in steel prices offset stable shipment volumes, leading to a contraction in the steel metal spread and a 26% reduction in operating income.

In another report titled “Steel Dynamics: How Long Will The Stability in Demand Across Operating Platforms Last? – Major Drivers,” Baptista Research discussed the strong performance of Steel Dynamics in the first quarter of 2024. The company reached near-record quarterly steel shipments of 3.3 million tons and introduced four new value-added flat rolled steel coating lines to diversify its product offerings. These reports provide valuable insights into the company’s financial and operational strategies, offering investors valuable perspectives on Steel Dynamics‘ performance and future prospects.


A look at Steel Dynamics Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value3
Dividend3
Growth4
Resilience3
Momentum3
OVERALL SMART SCORE3.2

Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma

Steel Dynamics, Inc. is positioned for a positive long-term outlook, as indicated by its Smartkarma Smart Scores. With a solid score of 4 for Growth, the company is expected to experience significant expansion opportunities in the coming years. This suggests that Steel Dynamics is on a path towards increasing its market share and profitability through strategic initiatives and operational developments.

Additionally, the company’s overall outlook is further supported by its balanced performance across other key factors. With scores of 3 for Value, Dividend, Resilience, and Momentum, Steel Dynamics demonstrates stability, moderate growth potential, and consistent performance in the sector. As a diversified carbon-steel producer and metals recycler in the U.S., Steel Dynamics is well-positioned to capitalize on market trends and drive sustained growth in the future.


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