Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock (FRD) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock stock (FRD) is currently trading at $18.35. Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock PE ratio is 7.84. Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.21. WallStSmart rates FRD as Hold.
- FRD PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
- FRD PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) history and trend
- FRD intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
- FRD stock price prediction 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
- FRD fair value vs current price
- FRD insider transactions and insider buying
- Is FRD undervalued or overvalued?
- Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- FRD Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- FRD analyst price target and Smart Rating
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FRD Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock (FRD)
FRD trades 39% above its Graham fair value of $15.10, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock (FRD) · 9 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in operating margin, price/sales, price/book. Concerns around market cap and eps growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock (FRD) Key Strengths (5)
Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue
Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets
Revenue surging 180.20% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency: $22 kept per $100 revenue
53.45% held by institutions, strong professional interest
Supporting Valuation Data
Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock (FRD) Areas to Watch (4)
Earnings declining -32.90%, profits shrinking
Very thin margins, barely profitable
Micro-cap company with very limited liquidity and high volatility
Moderate profitability with room for improvement
Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock (FRD) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 58/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C grade. Out of 9 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.2/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 2.5/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Price/Sales, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Valuation metrics including Price/Sales (0.21), Price/Book (0.86) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 21.60%. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 180.20%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Market Cap. Growth concerns include EPS Growth at -32.90%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 11.60%, Profit Margin at 2.68%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 11.60% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 180.20% strong but requiring continuation.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Price/Sales, Price/Book) and negatives (EPS Growth, Profit Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
FRD Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
FRD's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.21x trades at a deep discount to its historical average of 0.43x (13th percentile). The current valuation is 81% below its historical high of 1.09x set in Feb 2011, and 25% above its historical low of 0.17x in Feb 2009.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock (FRD) · BASIC MATERIALS › STEEL
The Big Picture
Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock is a strong growth company balancing expansion with improving profitability. Revenue reached 584M with 180% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 268.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
Revenue growing at 180% YoY, reaching 584M. This pace significantly outperforms most STEEL peers.
ROE of 1160.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Free cash flow is -6M, meaning the company is burning cash. This may be acceptable for high-growth companies investing heavily.
What to Watch Next
Growth sustainability: can Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock maintain 180%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 94.0%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Volatility is elevated with a beta of 1.58, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.
Sector dynamics: monitor STEEL industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock.
Bottom Line
Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock offers an attractive blend of growth (180% revenue expansion) and improving fundamentals. The company is transitioning from pure growth to profitable growth, a critical inflection point. Watch for sustained margin expansion as the key signal.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(5 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
TAYLOR, MIKE J Director, President / CEO / Director | Buy | +500 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
TAYLOR, MIKE J Director, President / CEO / Director | Buy | +400 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
TAYLOR, MIKE J Director, President / CEO / Director | Buy | +100 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
CHHIBBAR, GAURAV Chief Operating Officer | Buy | +1,000 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
TAYLOR, MIKE J Director, President / CEO / Director | Buy | +600 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
Last updated: 8:23:47 AM
About Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock(FRD)
NASDAQ
BASIC MATERIALS
STEEL
USA
Friedman Industries, Incorporated is engaged in the steel processing, pipe fabrication and processing, and steel and pipe distribution businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Longview, Texas.