Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co (RS)vsCompanhia Siderurgica Nacional ADR (SID)
RS
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co
$414.91
+1.35%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $20.73B
SID
Companhia Siderurgica Nacional ADR
$0.94
+0.56%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia Siderurgica Nacional ADR generates 182% more annual revenue ($44.49B vs $15.81B). RS leads profitability with a 5.7% profit margin vs -4.5%. SID appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.32. RS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
RS
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
SID
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 42.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 3321.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.9%
ROE of -15.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RS
The strongest argument for RS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 26.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SID
The strongest argument for SID centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : RS
The primary concerns for RS are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SID
The primary concerns for SID are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 4.01 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RS profiles as a growth stock while SID is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SID carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
RS is growing revenue faster at 26.5% — sustainability is the question.
RS generates stronger free cash flow (69M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RS scores higher overall (65/100 vs 51/100) and 26.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "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.
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co. is a metal service center company. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Companhia Siderurgica Nacional (SID) is a leading integrated steel producer in Brazil, playing a vital role in the Latin American steel industry. The company offers a diverse portfolio of high-quality steel products, including flat and long steel, catering to industries such as construction, automotive, and manufacturing. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, SID is dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency while reducing its environmental impact. Its significant production capacity and strategic growth initiatives equip SID to capitalize on the increasing global demand for steel, thereby reinforcing its competitive positioning in the market.
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