NUE Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NUE - Nucor Corporation
$259.32
-7.03 (-2.64%)
▼
5d:
+2.34%
30d:
+11.37%
90d:
+59.35%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 27, 2026
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Strength: 8.0/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: NUE is fairly valued with market pricing in 3.7% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
📊 HOLD: NUE is fairly valued with market pricing in 3.7% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$305.01
Based on 5.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$189.39
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 $259.32, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $228.86 to $256.76. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 15.7) compared to its historical average (14.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.7% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NUE is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $264.67. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NUE is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $264.67. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$228.86 -
$256.76
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
47.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($256.81)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.7% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$228.86 -
$256.76
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$239.43
Resistance Level
$264.67
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.66
Wall Street Target
$256.81
(-1.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
21.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
382.1%
Profit Margin
6.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.7% premium
PE vs Historical
15.7 vs 14.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$268.91
(+4%)
2-Year Target
$278.86
(+8%)
3-Year Target
$289.18
(+12%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→14)
PE COMPRESSION
$258.49
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 7.3%)
$445.69
(+72%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.7, Growth: 7.3%)
$320.51
(+24%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.3, Growth: 7.3%)
$272.43
(+5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (26x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 26.45 | Current EPS (TTM): $10.07
Bull Case
$481.72
(+86%)
Analyst growth 64.4%, PE expands to 29.1
Base Case
$437.92
(+69%)
Market implied 64.4%, PE stable at 26.5
Bear Case
$181.12
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 22.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Sells
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