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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#2678
Positioning
Market Dominance
Wholesale Trade
Wholesale
$736M
Edward J. Lehner
Ryerson Holding Corporation processes and distributes industrial metals in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and China. It offers a line of products in carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steels, and aluminum. The company also provides various processing services, such as bending, beveling, blanking, blasting, burning, cutting-to-length, drilling, embossing, flattening, and flattening.
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X-AXIS: EV/EBITDA (LOWER = CHEAPER) | Y-AXIS: ROE (HIGHER = ELITE) | RED CIRCLE = RYI ANALYSIS TARGET
| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$ITRN Ituran Location & Control Ltd. | 74 | 95 | 97 | 62 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$COR Cencora, Inc. | 70 | 84 | 77 | 70 | 21.1x | 11.8x | 161.7% | 3.9% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 8.6% | 0.7% | 416.0x | $58.1B | VS | |
$CENT CENTRAL GARDEN & PET CO | 70 | 84 | 95 | 48 | 5.9x | 3.5x | 20.3% | 8.5% | 34.5% | 14.1% | 9.9% | -3.6% | 0.0% | 75.0x | $2.2B | VS | |
$SNX TD SYNNEX CORP | 67 | 80 | 93 | 57 | 13.5x | 6.2x | 13.1% | 2.9% | 7.2% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 6.6% | 1.2% | 50.0x | $12.2B | VS | |
$HLF HERBALIFE LTD. | 65 | 60 | 75 | 96 | 5.0x | 1.4x | -32.4% | 6.3% | 77.7% | 9.9% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 0.0% | - | $870M | VS | |
$GIC GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL Co | 65 | 82 | 60 | 62 | 18.7x | 12.5x | 24.0% | 12.5% | 35.6% | 7.4% | 5.3% | 3.3% | 2.8% | 0.0x | $1.4B | VS | |
$JXG JX Luxventure Group Inc. | 63 | 84 | 75 | 88 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$FERG Ferguson Enterprises Inc. /DE/ | 63 | 74 | 48 | 67 | 21.4x | 14.3x | 39.4% | 12.6% | 30.7% | 9.4% | 7.0% | 5.1% | 1.3% | 68.0x | $48.9B | VS | |
$SYY SYSCO CORP | 60 | 68 | 49 | 65 | 22.7x | 9.2x | 89.9% | 5.9% | 18.3% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 595.0x | $35.3B | VS | |
$DXPE DXP ENTERPRISES INC | 60 | 58 | 55 | 79 | 21.6x | 8.5x | 25.1% | 6.2% | 31.4% | 8.5% | 4.2% | 8.6% | 0.0% | 128.0x | $1.9B | VS | |
$RYI Ryerson Holding Corp | 46 | 35 | 37 | 76 | - | 45.1x | -3.0% | -0.9% | 17.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | -5.2% | 3.3% | 212.0x | $736M | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 19.1x | 8.2x | 8.6% | 3.4% | 27.4% | 3.4% | 1.4% | 3.6% | 0.6% | 0.6x | - | REF |
Ryerson Holding Corp (RYI) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 45.8/100. It ranks #2678 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 2-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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Outperforming peers — winners tend to keep winning over 3-12 months
Fair valuation relative to peers
Weak fundamentals — higher risk of value trap
Average volatility — neutral timing signal
Aggressive spending — empire-building risk, dilutive growth
Mid-range overall rating
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Relative valuation derived from Wholesale Trade sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
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View All Ratings| Factor | Global | Sector | Tilt |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROFITABILITY | 35 | 27 | +8ALPHA |
| MOMENTUM | 76 | 85 | -9DRAG |
| VALUATION | 37 | 28 | +9ALPHA |
| INVESTMENT | 29 | 27 | +2NEUTRAL |
| STABILITY | 40 | 39 | +1NEUTRAL |
| SHORT INT | 15 | 6 | +9ALPHA |
Global = full universe. Sector = relative to industry peers. Positive tilt indicates idiosyncratic strength.
ROIC -0.2% vs WACC 7.6% (spread -7.8%)
GM 18% vs sector 27%, OM 0% vs sector 3%
Capital turnover 2.47x
Rev growth -5%, 10yr history
Interest coverage -0.1x
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
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The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate Ryerson Holding Corp (RYI) as a Reduce with a composite score of 45.8/100 at a current price of $28.19. The quantitative profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting limited upside potential.
Ryerson Holding Corp holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Wholesale Trade sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 45.8/100 places it at rank #2678 in our full universe.
The near-term outlook is constructive, with revenue growing at -5% and momentum in the 76th percentile confirming positive market sentiment. The combination of strong top-line growth and favorable price dynamics suggests the company is executing well on its growth strategy.
No Moat
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Poor
Fair Value
Positive momentum indicates institutional accumulation.
Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Leverage of 212% D/E amplifies downside risk.
Below-average quality raises earnings sustainability concerns.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
Ryerson Holding Corp represents a reduce based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
Ryerson Holding Corp receives a Reduce rating from our analysis, with a composite score of 45.8/100 and 2 out of 5 stars, ranking #2678 out of 7,333 stocks. RYI's factor profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting the stock may underperform going forward. Existing holders may want to consider trimming positions or tightening stop-losses.
RYI's quality score of 35/100 is below average, suggesting challenges with profitability or capital efficiency. The company reports a return on equity of -3.0% (sector avg: 8.6%), gross margins of 17.8% (sector avg: 27.4%), net margins of -0.5% (sector avg: 1.4%). Investors should examine whether management is actively addressing these weaknesses or if they reflect structural industry headwinds.
With a value score of 37/100, RYI appears somewhat expensive relative to its fundamentals. Key valuation metrics include an EV/EBITDA of 45.13x, a P/B ratio of 1.81x. Investors paying a premium here are likely betting on above-average growth or margin expansion to justify current prices.
Ryerson Holding Corp's investment score of 29/100 suggests limited reinvestment activity. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of -5.2% vs. a sector average of 3.6% and a return on assets of -0.9% (sector: 3.4%). While this can be positive for mature, cash-generative businesses returning capital to shareholders, it may also signal a lack of growth opportunities or management conservatism.
RYI shows strong momentum characteristics with a score of 76/100. The stock has been trending above key moving averages, indicating solid demand from institutional buyers. Revenue growth stands at -5.2% year-over-year, while a beta of 1.07 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. This level of momentum typically signals sustained investor confidence and favorable near-term price action.
RYI's stability score of 40/100 signals elevated volatility and/or leverage concerns. Key stability metrics include a beta of 1.07 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 212.00x (sector avg: 0.6x). Investors should be prepared for wider-than-average price swings and consider position sizing accordingly to manage portfolio risk.
Ryerson Holding Corp's short interest score of 15/100 reveals significant bearish positioning, suggesting institutional investors are actively betting against the stock. Specific risk factors include elevated leverage (D/E: 212.00x), small-cap liquidity risk. At $736M (small-cap), RYI carries meaningful risk and is best suited for investors with high risk tolerance who have thoroughly evaluated the bear thesis.
RYI pays a solid dividend yield of 3.3%, contributing an income component to total returns. This compares to a sector average dividend yield of 0.6%. This moderate yield suggests a balance between returning capital to shareholders and retaining earnings for reinvestment — a common profile among quality compounders.
Ryerson Holding Corp is a small-cap company in the Wholesale Trade sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #2678 of 7,333 overall (63rd percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of -3.0% trailing the 8.6% sector median and operating margins of 0.3% below the 3.4% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Wholesale Trade peers.
While RYI currently exhibits a REDUCE profile, superior opportunities exist within the WHOLESALE TRADE sector. Our model identifies several "Strong Buy" candidates with higher quality scores and more attractive valuations among direct industry competitors.
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Improvement in Short Int. (15) would have the largest impact on the composite score.
EV/EBITDA 452% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN
ROE 134% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Gross Margin 35% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
+51081
Despite a net loss, Ryerson Holding Corp (RYI) focuses on merger synergies and market expansion to drive future growth.

Ryerson (RYI) Q4 earnings beat and sales miss their respective estimates amid lower selling prices and volumes.

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Ryerson Holding's (RYI) fourth-quarter results are expected to reflect lower selling prices and shipment volumes.

In the most recent trading session, Ryerson Holding (RYI) closed at $34.62, indicating a -0.29% shift from the previous trading day.