Nucor Corporation (NUE) Investment Research Dashboard
About Nucor Corporation (NUE) stock analysis
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Nucor Corporation (NUE) Overview
Nucor Corporation (NUE) is a publicly traded company in the Basic Materials sector , specifically within the Steel industry . As of the latest trading session, NUE trades at $247.56 with a market capitalization of 56.38B . Over the past 52 weeks, NUE has traded between $131.32 and $270.90 , with the current price positioned at approximately 83% of this range . The stock currently trades at a pr...
Key Takeaways
- Operates in the Basic Materials sector (Steel)
- Market cap: 56.38B
- Current price: $247.56
- 52-week range: $131.32 - $270.90
- P/E ratio: 24.29
Investment Score
A systematic tri-factor framework (valuation, quality, momentum) using trailing twelve-month fundamentals and current price momentum—aligned with the full investment score dashboard.
Score unavailable for this asset.
0-39
Defensive posture
40-54
Mixed / wait for confirmation
55-69
Constructive setup
70-100
Attractive zone
Total Score
Value
Cheapness vs fundamentals and cash generation
Quality
Durability of profitability and balance sheet
Momentum
Price trend strength and persistence
Company Overview
Nucor Corporation is a prominent producer and distributor of steel and diverse steel-related products. Within its Steel Mills division, the company manufactures a comprehensive range of steel goods. These include various sheet steel types like hot-ro...
Company Information
- CEO
- Leon J. Topalian
- Sector
- Basic Materials
- Industry
- Steel
- Employees
- 33000
Contact Information
- Website
- https://www.nucor.com
- Address
- 1915 Rexford Road
- Country
- US
Investment Analysis & Business Insights
Investment Highlights
✓ Strong presence in the Basic Materials sector with established market position
✓ Growth-oriented company with premium valuation (P/E: 24.3)
✓ Higher growth potential with elevated volatility (Beta: 1.92)
Important Investment Considerations
- ⚠All investments carry risk, including potential loss of principal for Nucor Corporation shareholders
- ⚠Market volatility can significantly impact stock price, especially for mid-cap stocks
- ⚠Sector-specific risks in Basic Materials may affect company performance
- ⚠Past performance does not guarantee future results for Nucor Corporation
- ⚠Investors should consider how Nucor Corporation fits within their overall portfolio allocation
Market Cap
56.38B
P/E Ratio (TTM)
24.29
Beta
1.92
Data Sources & Methodology
Financial data on this page is sourced from verified SEC EDGAR filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K reports), real-time market data providers, and official company disclosures. All analysis is generated using AI models trained exclusively on reliable financial documents. For detailed information about our data sources and methodology, see our Methodology page.Not investment advice.
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About Basic Materials Sector
The Basic Materials sector includes companies that extract, process, and manufacture raw materials and chemicals used in various industries.
Basic Materials (1D)
55/100 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Overall
- +0.9%
- NYSE
- +0.4%
- NASDAQ
- +1.3%
| Sector | 1D | 1W | 1M | P/E | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | +0.3% | +0.9% | +3.0% | 19.0 | 85/100⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Healthcare | +0.2% | +1.0% | +4.1% | 23.5 | 84/100⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Real Estate | +1.8% | +2.1% | -0.3% | 29.7 | 72/100⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Communication Services | +0.7% | -2.5% | +2.8% | 21.8 | 62/100⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Basic Materials | +0.9% | +0.4% | -1.3% | 24.9 | 55/100⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Consumer Defensive | +0.8% | -0.0% | -0.9% | 28.7 | 53/100⭐⭐⭐ |
| Utilities | -0.7% | +2.0% | -1.3% | 25.2 | 52/100⭐⭐⭐ |
| Energy | -0.2% | +0.4% | -2.4% | 19.6 | 49/100⭐⭐⭐ |
| Consumer Cyclical | +0.3% | -3.1% | -2.8% | 43.3 | 14/100⭐ |
| Technology | -1.6% | -0.3% | -3.1% | 42.2 | 14/100⭐ |
| Industrials | -0.5% | -1.3% | -8.9% | 30.4 | 10/100⭐ |
Sector returns combine NYSE and NASDAQ averages. P/E is the latest blended sector multiple. Sector score ranks each sector vs peers using percentile ranks (not fixed thresholds): 48% 1M + 24% 1W + 8% 1D + 20% P/E (lower P/E ranks higher). Data as of 2026-07-26.

