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Gerdau SA ADR (GGB)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/15/2025: GGB (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
6 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $4.14
1 Year Target Price $4.14
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 3 | Buy |
| 3 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -30.64% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 6.16B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 11.21 | 1Y Target Price 4.14 |
Price to earnings Ratio 11.21 | 1Y Target Price 4.14 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 6 | Beta 0.85 | 52 Weeks Range 2.24 - 3.49 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.24 - 3.49 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.38% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.29 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 4.73% | Operating Margin (TTM) 8.32% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.18% | Return on Equity (TTM) 5.98% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 11.21 | Forward PE 6.2 | Enterprise Value 8087242510 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.09 |
Enterprise Value 8087242510 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.09 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.62 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.88 | Shares Outstanding 1267111049 | Shares Floating 1298086984 |
Shares Outstanding 1267111049 | Shares Floating 1298086984 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.01 | Percent Institutions 25.24 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Gerdau SA ADR
Company Overview
History and Background
Gerdau S.A. was founded in 1901 in Brazil. Initially a nail factory, it evolved into a major steel producer through organic growth and acquisitions, expanding internationally.
Core Business Areas
- Steel Production: Gerdau produces a wide range of steel products, including long steel (e.g., rebar, wire rod), flat steel, and specialty steel. It serves construction, industrial, and agricultural sectors.
- Special Steel: Gerdau produces special steel for automotive, energy, and capital goods industries. These are high quality grades of steel
- Recycling: Gerdau operates recycling facilities, processing scrap metal for steel production, contributing to sustainability.
Leadership and Structure
Gerdau's leadership includes a Board of Directors and an executive team headed by the CEO. The organizational structure is based on geographic regions and business segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Long Steel: Gerdau is a major producer of long steel products used in construction and infrastructure projects. Competitors: Commercial Metals Company, Nucor. Global market share for long steel is competitive and variable.
- Specialty Steel: Gerdau's specialty steel products cater to the automotive and industrial sectors. Competitors: TimkenSteel, Carpenter Technology. Market share varies by specific product and region.
- Flat Steel: Gerdau provides various flat steel products. Competitors: U.S. Steel, Cleveland-Cliffs, ArcelorMittal. Market share varies by specific product and region.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The steel industry is cyclical and influenced by global economic conditions, infrastructure spending, and raw material prices.
Positioning
Gerdau is a leading steel producer in the Americas, with a focus on long steel and specialty steel. Its competitive advantages include vertical integration and a strong distribution network.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global steel market is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions of dollars annually. Gerdau is positioned to capture a significant portion through its regional focus and product diversification.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong market position in the Americas
- Diversified product portfolio
- Vertical integration
- Recycling capabilities
- Extensive distribution network
Weaknesses
- Exposure to cyclical steel market
- High debt levels
- Dependence on raw material prices
- Currency exchange rate volatility
Opportunities
- Infrastructure development in emerging markets
- Increased demand for sustainable steel production
- Expansion into new markets
- Acquisitions of smaller steel producers
Threats
- Global economic slowdown
- Increased competition from low-cost producers
- Trade restrictions and tariffs
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- NUE
- CMC
- MT
Competitive Landscape
Gerdau faces competition from both domestic and international steel producers. Its advantages include its regional focus, diversified product portfolio, and recycling capabilities. Disadvantages include exposure to cyclical markets and currency fluctuations.
Major Acquisitions
Seiva S.A. Florestal e Industrial
- Year: 2006
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 150
- Strategic Rationale: To guarantee the self-sufficiency in charcoal supply, a key input in the steel production process.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Gerdau has grown through organic expansion and acquisitions, particularly in the Americas.
Future Projections: Analysts expect moderate revenue growth for Gerdau, driven by infrastructure spending and industrial demand.
Recent Initiatives: Gerdau has focused on improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and investing in sustainable steel production technologies.
Summary
Gerdau is a strong player in the Americas steel market, benefiting from vertical integration and a diversified product portfolio. Its financial performance is closely tied to the cyclical nature of the steel industry. Gerdau needs to manage debt and raw material price volatility effectively and expand into emerging markets for growth. Investing in sustainable steel production technologies helps it for the long run.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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Disclaimers:
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About Gerdau SA ADR
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters São Paulo, SP, Brazil | ||
IPO Launch date 1999-03-10 | Member of Board of Executive Officers, CEO & Director Mr. Gustavo Werneck Da Cunha | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Steel | Full time employees 30000 | Website https://www2.gerdau.com |
Full time employees 30000 | Website https://www2.gerdau.com | ||
Gerdau S.A., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a steel producer company. The company operates through Brazil Business, North America Business, South America Business, and Special Steel Business segments. It provides semi-finished products, including billets, blooms, and slabs; common long-rolled products, such as rebars, wire rods, merchant bars, light shapes, and profiles to the construction and manufacturing industries; drawn products, including barbed and barbless fence wires, galvanized wires, fences, concrete reinforcing wire mesh, nails, and clamps for manufacturing, construction, and agricultural industries; and special steel products used in auto parts, light and heavy vehicles, and agricultural machinery, as well as in the oil and gas, wind energy, machinery and equipment, mining and rail, and other markets. The company also offers flat products, such as hot-rolled steel coils and heavy plates; and resells flat steel products. In addition, it operates mines that produce iron ore located in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais. The company sells its products through independent distributors, direct sales from the mills, and its retail network. Gerdau S.A. was founded in 1901 and is based in São Paulo, Brazil.
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