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Steel Dynamics on Smartkarma

Analyst coverage of Steel Dynamics on Smartkarma reveals insightful research from Baptista Research. In one report titled “Steel Dynamics Inc. Fast-Tracks Aluminum Success—Could Early Product Qualification Ignite a New Growth Wave?” the analysts highlight the company’s solid performance in the third quarter of 2025. Steel Dynamics achieved record steel shipments, leading to a revenue of $4.8 billion and an adjusted EBITDA of $664 million. The company also demonstrated strong cash flow from operations, totaling $723 million, indicating a positive outlook.

Another report by Baptista Research titled “Steel Dynamics: Sinton Plant Development As a Pivotal Driver For Growth!” delves into the company’s second-quarter results in 2025. Despite facing challenges, Steel Dynamics showed progress and resilience in various areas, reflecting a mixed performance with both achievements and ongoing obstacles. The company reported a net income of $299 million and an adjusted EBITDA of $533 million, showcasing the complexities of its operational and market environment.

A look at Steel Dynamics Smart Scores

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

Analysts at Smartkarma have assessed Steel Dynamics, Inc.’s long-term outlook using their Smart Scores system, which rates various aspects of the company. Steel Dynamics received a high score of 5 for Momentum, indicating strong potential for growth and market performance. Additionally, the company scored well in Value and Resilience with scores of 3, showing solid fundamentals and stability. However, the company scored lower in Dividend and Growth with scores of 2, signaling room for improvement in these areas. Based on these scores, Steel Dynamics seems poised for continued growth and resilience in the future.

Steel Dynamics, Inc. is a prominent carbon-steel producer and metals recycler based in Fort Wayne, IN. The company operates in multiple segments, including Steel Operations, Metals Recycling & Ferrous Resources Operations, and Steel Fabrication Operations. Steel Dynamics offers a range of products such as flat rolled steel sheet, engineered bar special-bar-quality, and structural beams. With its diversified operations and focus on steel production and recycling, Steel Dynamics holds a strong position in the U.S. market.

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