Should you buy Nucor stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Nucor is currently BUY. Nucor trades at $273.06 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 8.727 with rising momentum (signal: 5.048); RSI is at 71.9 (overbought), suggesting the price may have risen too quickly; the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $283.56 points to 3.8% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Nucor stock?
The average analyst price target for Nucor is $283.56. The current price is $273.06, which gives an upside of 3.8%. Based on this, the stock is considered fairly valued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $255.20 and $311.92.
Is Nucor a dividend stock?
Yes, Nucor is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 0.85%. The latest dividend was $0.56 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 6/30/2026. The payout ratio is 17.9%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 8/11/2026.
When does Nucor pay a dividend in 2026?
Nucor pays its next dividend on 8/11/2026. The latest dividend was $0.56 per share with an ex-dividend date of 6/30/2026. The dividend yield is 0.85%. The payout ratio of 17.9% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Nucor stock?
Nucor is rated as a stock with moderately low risk. the annual standard deviation is 31.0%, which classifies the stock as moderately low risk. In addition, an RSI of 71.9 signals overbought (elevated risk of a pullback).
Is Nucor overvalued?
Nucor is considered fairly valued – the price is close to the analyst price target. Nucor has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 21.5 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 1.7, a P/B ratio of 2.7. The stock trades close to the analyst price target and is considered fairly valued.
Is Nucor overbought?
Yes, Nucor is overbought with an RSI of 71.9 (above 70). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 71.9 (above the 70 mark), which signals the price is overbought and may have risen too quickly. In addition, the price is 11.3% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Nucor earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Nucor has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Nucor shorted?
Yes, Nucor is shorted with 2.3% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Nucor stock?
No, insiders are not buying Nucor shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 1 purchases and 6 sales. On a net basis, 15,802,360 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 7 purchases and 13 sales, with a net 28,210,769 $ sold. Active sellers include Batterbee Thomas J., Laxton Stephen D, Hollatz John J and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Nucor a good stock?
Based on our total score, Nucor is rated as a fantastic stock with a total score of 80 out of 100. The stock scores exceptionally high on value, quality and momentum – it is among the best 20% in our database. The score is made up of Value: 67/100, Quality: 76/100, Momentum: 96/100. In addition: a dividend of 0.85%; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Nucor is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Nucor stock?
The outlook for Nucor based on current data: the average analyst price target is $283.56 (+3.8%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the P/E ratio is 21.5 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Nucor stock rising?
Nucor is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 11.3% above the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Nucor go?
The average analyst price target for Nucor is $283.56, which corresponds to a potential gain of 3.8% from the current price of $273.06. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Nucor fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Nucor. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Nucor do?
Nucor laver og sælger stål og stålprodukter, og det er sådan, de tjener deres penge. Virksomheden driver primært to store forretningsområder. Deres stålværker producerer for eksempel varmt- og koldvalset pladestål samt bjælker og armeringsstål. De driver også handel med stål o... The company belongs to the Materialer sector, more specifically the Steel industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Nucor as an investment.
Did Nucor raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Nucor. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Nucor making money or losing money?
Yes, Nucor is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 8.0% — which is moderate. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 15.7%. At a P/E ratio of 21.5, you currently pay 21.5 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Nucor go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Nucor is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 6.79 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 8 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 62% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Nucor have a lot of debt?
No, Nucor has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 62%. For the materialer sector, anything below 80% counts as low debt. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Nucor service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 136.4x, and net debt equals 0.8 years of earnings (EBITDA).
