Northwest Pipe [NWPX] vs Nucor [NUE] Detailed Stock Comparison
Northwest Pipe
NASDAQ
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Nucor
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Northwest Pipe wins in 10 metrics, Nucor wins in 9 metrics, with 0 ties. Northwest Pipe appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Northwest Pipe | Nucor | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 15.71 | 24.78 | Northwest Pipe |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.35 | 1.55 | Northwest Pipe |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 37.54 | 32.02 | Nucor |
| PEG Ratio | 3.42 | -8.30 | Nucor |
| EV/EBITDA | 10.05 | 10.37 | Northwest Pipe |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 6.69% | 4.21% | Northwest Pipe |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 9.94% | 10.87% | Nucor |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 9.94% | 10.87% | Nucor |
| Return on Equity | 9.14% | 7.30% | Northwest Pipe |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 4.57% | 3.92% | Northwest Pipe |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $34.25M | $806.00M | Nucor |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 1.78% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 12.97% | -10.74% | Northwest Pipe |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 1.01 | 1.03 | Northwest Pipe |
| Enterprise Value | $643.77M | $37.19B | Nucor |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 1.29 | 1.21 | Nucor |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 19.05% | 14.46% | Northwest Pipe |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $50 | $132 | Nucor |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $3.32 | $5.57 | Nucor |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.89 | 1.76 | Northwest Pipe |
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Northwest Pipe vs Nucor Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Pipe | -2.93% | -2.88% | -2.88% | 20.12% | 28.38% | 6.64% |
| Nucor | -1.77% | -0.36% | -5.85% | -0.99% | 29.17% | 18.44% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Pipe | 12.97% | 68.40% | 65.32% | 236.57% | 155.92% | 99.92% |
| Nucor | -10.74% | 14.22% | 174.86% | 221.61% | 245.45% | 398.68% |
News Based Sentiment: Northwest Pipe vs Nucor
Northwest Pipe
News based Sentiment: MIXED
Northwest Pipe Company reported a strong Q2 with revenue and EPS beats, driving up the stock price. However, insider selling and the emergence of bearish technical indicators create a mixed picture for investors, suggesting both opportunities and potential risks.
Nucor
News based Sentiment: POSITIVE
Nucor's Q3 guidance, strong financial health, and strategic partnership in the nuclear sector paint a positive picture for investors. While there's some mixed institutional activity and insider selling, the overall narrative suggests continued growth and stability, supported by strong analyst sentiment.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Northwest Pipe vs Nucor
| Metric | NWPX | NUE |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $503.45M | $32.33B |
| Market Cap Category | Small cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 44,340 | 1,639,510 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 62,667 | 1,657,030 |
| Last Close | $50.62 | $135.59 |
| 52 Week Range | $36.97 - $57.76 | $97.59 - $170.52 |
| % from 52W High | -12.36% | -20.48% |
| All-Time High | $65.19 (Sep 15, 2008) | $203.00 (Apr 08, 2024) |
| % from All-Time High | -22.35% | -33.21% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.03% | 0.05% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.05% | -0.07% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.07% | 0.04% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.10% | 0.11% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.09% | 0.07% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 37.54 | 32.02 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $38.64 | $88.83 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.22 | $10.82 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $69.14M | $3.13B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $45.77M | $-818,833,984 |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 1.78% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $2.18 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Northwest Pipe vs Nucor
| Metric | NWPX | NUE |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 15.71 | 24.78 |
| Forward P/E | 14.94 | 14.75 |
| PEG Ratio | 3.42 | -8.30 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 1.01 | 1.03 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.35 | 1.55 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $503.45M | $32.33B |
| Enterprise Value | $643.77M | $37.19B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 1.29 | 1.21 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 10.05 | 10.37 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.89 | 1.76 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $38.64 | $88.83 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Northwest Pipe vs Nucor
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
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Operating Margin
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Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | NWPX | NUE |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $133.18M | $7.83B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $107.82M | $7.23B |
| Gross Profit | $25.37M | $605.00M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $13.24M | $324.00M |
| EBITDA | $18.13M | $733.00M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $12.49M | $285.00M |
| Income Tax | $3.43M | $59.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $9.06M | $226.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | NWPX | NUE |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $5.29M | $3.16B |
| Total Current Assets | $257.27M | $12.76B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $64.06M | $5.06B |
| Long-Term Debt | $120.77M | $6.69B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $378.46M | $21.12B |
| Retained Earnings | $250.30M | $30.30B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $379.17M | N/A |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | NWPX | NUE |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $10.17M | $658.00M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-3.67M | $3.00M |
| Free Cash Flow | $1.18M | $-495.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-39.80M | $-4.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $0 | $-300.00M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | NWPX | NUE |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 225,286 | 5.14M |
| Short Ratio | 4.01 | 3.85 |
| Short % of Float | 0.03% | 0.03% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 44,340 | 1,639,510 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 62,667 | 1,657,030 |
| Shares Outstanding | 9.92M | 232.80M |
| Float Shares | 9.34M | 221.24M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.03% | 0.03% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.86% | 0.77% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Northwest Pipe vs Nucor
| Metric | NWPX | NUE |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $2.18 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 1.78% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $1.93 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.39% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $5.79 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 |