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Company Overview — What Does Ferroglobe PLC Do?

Ferroglobe PLC operates in the silicon and specialty metals industry in the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company offers silicone chemicals that are used in a range of applications, including personal care items, construction-related products, health care products, and electronics, as well as silicon metal for primary and secondary aluminum producers; silicomanganese, which is used as deoxidizing agent in the steel manufacturing process; and ferromanganese that is used as a deoxidizing, desulphurizing, and degassing agent in the removal of nitrogen and other harmful elements from steel. It also provides ferrosilicon products that are used to produce stainless steel, carbon steel, and various other steel alloys, as well as to manufacture electrodes and aluminum; calcium silicon, which is used in the deoxidation and desulfurization of liquid steel, and production of coatings for cast iron pipes, as well as in the welding process of powder metal and in pyrotechnics; nodularizers and inoculants, which are used in the production of iron; and silica fume, a by-product of the electrometallurgical process of silicon metal and ferrosilicon. In addition, the company operates quartz mines in Spain, South Africa, the United States, and Canada; and low-ash metallurgical coal mines in the United States, as well as holds interests in hydroelectric power plant in France. It serves silicone chemical, aluminum, and steel manufacturers; auto companies and their suppliers; ductile iron foundries; manufacturers of photovoltaic solar cells and computer chips; and concrete producers. The company was formerly known as VeloNewco Limited and changed its name to Ferroglobe PLC in December 2015. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. Ferroglobe PLC is a subsidiary of Grupo Villar Mir, S.A.U. Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) is classified as a small-cap stock in the Materials sector, specifically within the Non-Metallic And Industrial Metal Mining industry. The company is led by CEO Marco Levi and employs approximately 3,420 people. With a market capitalization of $744M, GSM is one of the notable companies in the Materials sector.

Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, Ferroglobe PLC receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 42.0/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.GSM ranks #3,069 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Materials sector, Ferroglobe PLC ranks #219 of 284 stocks, placing it in the lower half of its Materials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

GSM Stock Price and 52-Week Range

Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) currently trades at $4.25. The stock gained $0.02 (0.5%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for GSM is $5.74, which means the stock is currently trading -26.0% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $2.97, putting the stock 43.1% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 625K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is GSM Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) carries a value factor score of 67/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The price-to-book ratio stands at 1.05x, versus the sector average of 2.83x. The price-to-sales ratio is 0.11x, compared to 0.74x for the average Materials stock. On an enterprise value basis, GSM trades at 1.82x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.01x for the sector.

Overall, GSM's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

Ferroglobe PLC Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) earns a quality factor score of 10/100, signaling below-average profitability metrics relative to the broader market. The return on equity (ROE) is 11.6%, compared to the Materials sector average of 3.3%, which is within a healthy range. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 5.7% versus the sector average of 0.6%.

On a margin basis, Ferroglobe PLC reports gross margins of 21.5%, compared to 29.8% for the sector. The operating margin is -1.6% (sector: 6.0%). Net profit margin stands at 1.3%, versus 3.0% for the average Materials stock. Profitability is below benchmark levels, which may reflect industry headwinds, elevated reinvestment, or structural challenges.

GSM Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

Ferroglobe PLC has a debt-to-equity ratio of 27.0%, compared to the Materials sector average of 41.0%. The low leverage indicates a conservative balance sheet with significant financial flexibility. Total debt on the balance sheet is $198M. Cash and equivalents stand at $133M.

GSM has a beta of 0.98, meaning it is roughly in line with the broader market in terms of price volatility. The stability factor score for Ferroglobe PLC is 50/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

Ferroglobe PLC Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, Ferroglobe PLC reported revenue of $1.66B. Net income for the quarter was $21M. Gross margin was 21.5%. Operating income came in at $-26M.

In FY 2024, Ferroglobe PLC reported revenue of $1.66B. Net income for the quarter was $21M. Gross margin was 21.5%. Revenue grew 1.0% year-over-year compared to FY 2023. Operating income came in at $-26M.

In FY 2023, Ferroglobe PLC reported revenue of $1.65B. Net income for the quarter was $98M. Gross margin was 28.1%. Revenue grew -36.4% year-over-year compared to FY 2022. Operating income came in at $94M.

In FY 2022, Ferroglobe PLC reported revenue of $2.59B. Net income for the quarter was $444M. Gross margin was 38.2%. Revenue grew 45.8% year-over-year compared to FY 2021. Operating income came in at $505M.

Over the past 8 quarters, Ferroglobe PLC has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $46M to $1.66B. Investors analyzing GSM stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

GSM Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) does not currently pay a dividend. This is common among smaller companies in the Non-Metallic And Industrial Metal Mining industry that prefer to reinvest cash flows into business expansion rather than returning capital to shareholders. Income-focused investors looking for Materials dividend stocks may want to explore other Materials stocks or use the stock screener to filter by dividend yield.

GSM Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) has a momentum factor score of 50/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 55/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 61/100 reflects moderate short selling activity.

GSM vs Competitors — Materials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Materials sector, Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) ranks #219 out of 284 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places GSM in the lower half of all Materials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (CF) with a score of 56.6/100, Nutrien Ltd. (NTR) with a score of 56.6/100, CVR PARTNERS, LP (UAN) with a score of 55.6/100, LSB INDUSTRIES, INC. (LXU) with a score of 53.6/100, and ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) with a score of 51.2/100.

Comparing GSM against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full GSM vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how Ferroglobe PLC stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

GSM Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy GSM? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for Ferroglobe PLC suggests caution. The quality score of 10/100 flags below-average profitability. The value score of 67/100 suggests attractive pricing relative to fundamentals.

In summary, Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 42.0/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on GSM stock.

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