NUE Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NUE - Nucor Corporation
$243.63
3.15 (1.31%)
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5d:
-9.4%
30d:
+1.03%
90d:
+7.59%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 27, 2026
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Signal fired Aug 19, 2026 at $248.74 · last confirmed Aug 21, 2026
Strength: 5.6/10
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: NUE is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.2% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: NUE is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.2% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$311.43
Based on 3.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$193.37
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 14.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NUE is currently trading at $243.63, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $238.70 to $270.14. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 12.7) is in line with its historical norms (14.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 93.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NUE is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $238.62. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: NUE scores 20/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $282.81 (+16.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NUE is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $238.62. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: NUE scores 20/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $282.81 (+16.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$238.70 -
$270.14
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
54.8%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (20/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($282.81)
- WARNING: Composite score 49/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$238.70 -
$270.14
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$238.62
Resistance Level
$277.60
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.73
Wall Street Target
$282.81
(+16.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
23.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
93.8%
Profit Margin
8.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
12.7 vs 14.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$235.83
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$228.29
(-6%)
3-Year Target
$220.98
(-9%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13â14)
$243.11
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 2.1%)
$408.49
(+68%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.7, Growth: 2.1%)
$259.01
(+6%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.8, Growth: 2.1%)
$220.16
(-10%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (20x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.84 | Current EPS (TTM): $12.12
Bull Case
$417.84
(+72%)
Analyst growth 58.0%, PE expands to 21.8
Base Case
$379.86
(+56%)
Market implied 58.0%, PE stable at 19.8
Bear Case
$163.53
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 12.7 to 14.0
Stabilization Target:
$268.02
(+10.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+10.0%
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