Commercial Metals Company (CMC)vsMueller Industries Inc (MLI)
CMC
Commercial Metals Company
$62.28
+0.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.25B
MLI
Mueller Industries Inc
$52.96
+0.99%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Commercial Metals Company generates 88% more annual revenue ($9.39B vs $5.00B). MLI leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 7.0%. MLI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.41. MLI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CMC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
MLI
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 41.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 31.6% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
7.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMC
The strongest argument for CMC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MLI
The strongest argument for MLI centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 19.5%. Revenue growth of 31.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CMC
The primary concerns for CMC are Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MLI
The primary concerns for MLI are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
MLI is growing revenue faster at 31.6% — sustainability is the question.
MLI generates stronger free cash flow (315M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor METAL FABRICATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MLI scores higher overall (67/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins and 31.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Commercial Metals Company
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Commercial Metals Company manufactures, recycles, and manufactures steel and metal products and related materials and services in the United States, Poland, China, Germany, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
Mueller Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Mueller Industries, Inc. manufactures and sells copper, brass, aluminum, and plastic products in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, South Korea, the Middle East, China, and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Collierville, Tennessee.
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