AlphaStocks
5.0
Consider Buy

NUCOR CORP (NUE)

Materials / Steel

S&P 500

$273.97

Below average on several measures. Research carefully.

Consider Buy

Score based on 5 of 5 models — high confidence

#528out of 1123 in Materials

Is NUCOR CORP a Good Investment in 2026?

NUCOR CORP (NUE) scores 5.0 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Consider Buy rating. The Piotroski model rates NUCOR CORP as Attractive (6/9). However, the Lynch model rates it Caution — High PEG — growth premium · Slow Grower. NUCOR CORP currently trades above its estimated fair value of $231, suggesting limited upside at current prices. NUCOR CORP ranks #528 out of 1123 stocks in the Materials sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E36.3ROE8.4Market Cap63BDiv Yield1.0

Estimated Fair Value

$230.8019% above

Trading slightly above estimated fair value.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Attractive

6/9

Buffett

Caution

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Neutral

83% above fair value

Lynch

Caution

High PEG — growth premium · Slow Grower

Greenblatt

Neutral

Bottom half (rank 63%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is NUCOR CORP (NUE) a good investment?
Based on AlphaStocks' composite analysis, NUCOR CORP (NUE) scores 5.0 out of 10, earning a Consider Buy rating. This score is below average, suggesting caution. Trading slightly above estimated fair value.
What is NUCOR CORP's Piotroski F-Score?
NUCOR CORP's Piotroski F-Score status is Attractive. The raw score is 6/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is NUE overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $231, NUE appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 19% above its estimated fair value. Trading slightly above estimated fair value.
How does NUE compare to other Materials stocks?
NUCOR CORP ranks #528 out of 1123 stocks in the Materials sector, placing it in the top 47% of its sector by composite score. This is an above-average position relative to sector peers.
What do investment models say about NUE?
AlphaStocks evaluates NUE using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Attractive; Buffett: Caution; Graham: Neutral; Lynch: Caution; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Neutral. These models are combined into a single composite score of 5.0/10.

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