Nucor Corporation (NUE) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Nucor Corp manufactures steel and steel products. The company's reportable segments are steel mills, steel products, and raw materials. The majority of its revenue is derived from the steel mills s...
Nucor Corporation (NUE) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 20.16 (historical range: 3.07–27.28, median: 7.80), placing it at the 80th percentile — expensive relative to its history, P/S ratio of 1.61 (range: 0.65–1.79, 96th percentile — expensive relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 15.11 (range: 2.61–20.11, 80th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), Nucor Corporation's P/E ratio has expanded by 162% over the observed period (from an average of 6.1 to 16.0).
Nucor Corporation trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 20.16 | 7.80 | 80th | expensive relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 1.61 | 1.05 | 96th | expensive relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 15.11 | 5.87 | 80th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 2.72% | 15.09% | 13th | expensive relative to its history |
Nucor Corporation (NUE) Valuation & P/E History
Nucor Corporation (NUE) is a US-listed stock operating in the Industrials sector, specifically the Steel Works, Blast Furnaces & Rolling Mills (Coke Ovens) industry currently trading at $255.02 with a market capitalization of $57.9 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for NUE based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 20.16 is above the historical median of 7.80, placing NUE at the 80th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 1.61 compares to a median of 1.05.
NUE Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Nucor Corporation's current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether NUE is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests NUE is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for Nucor Corporation.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is NUE Overvalued or Undervalued?
Nucor Corporation trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 85 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive NUE is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full NUE analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.NUE trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.