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Metallus, Inc(MTUS)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 14 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+3.09% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$21.32
11/02/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MTUS

11/02/2026: MTUS (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Metallus, Inc is a US-based specialty steel manufacturer known for producing high-strength alloy bars and near-net-shape components. The company's primary strength lies in its metallurgical expertise, which allows it to serve niche, high-performance industrial markets. Its main growth strategy involves moving up the value chain by providing more processed, ready-to-use parts for customers. However, the business is significantly exposed to cyclical industrial cycles, making it sensitive to demand in the automotive and energy sectors. The stock may appeal to value investors watching industrial cycles, but investors should carefully monitor management's execution of the near-net-shape transition and macroeconomic factors affecting industrial capital expenditure.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth depends on cyclical recovery and successful integration of high-margin products.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is highly conditional on favorable industrial sector trends and steel price cycles.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuations reflective of cyclical sector sentiment, providing potential value entry points.
Dividend investorMixed fitDividend payouts can be inconsistent due to the cyclical nature of the business.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh sensitivity to macroeconomic and raw material volatility makes this unsuitable for low-risk profiles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighSteel prices are subject to global supply-demand imbalances and energy costs.
Valuation riskMediumCyclical stocks require careful timing to avoid buying at peak market sentiment.
Competition risk (specialty steel market)Medium / highCompetitors like CRS have strong positioning in high-end alloys.
Business qualityMediumHeavy industrial manufacturing requires constant capital reinvestment.
Dividend incomeMediumReturns are often tied to periodic repurchases rather than stable, high-yield dividends.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful growth depends on effectively transitioning toward near-net-shape products.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -48.26%
Avg. Invested days 28
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
MTUS receives a 2-star rating, reflecting soft or weak scores across the available pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
MTUS has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-192.3%), weak cash generation (FCF margin -8.0%), moderate revenue growth (+6.9%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
MTUS's financial health is supported by moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 20.9%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is MTUS's strongest growth driver at +6.9% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-192.3%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-287.5%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 87.3% and approximately 86.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 14.27% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 14.06%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 6.18%
State Street Corp 5.82%
MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. 4.84%
American Century Companies Inc 4.04%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
MTUS generates approximately $82 of gross profit, $1 of operating income, and $-80 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Negative free cash flow explains the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 163.16%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
MTUS has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 879.18M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 111.16
1Y Target Price 24.08
Price to earnings Ratio 111.16
1Y Target Price 24.08
Volume (30-day avg) 306.4K shares
Beta 1.37
52 Weeks Range 14.19 - 22.58
Updated Date 11/01/2026
52 Weeks Range 14.19 - 22.58
Updated Date 11/01/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.19

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Steel ProductsManufacturing and sale of alloy steel bars and tubes.This is the core business; its performance rises and falls with industrial demand.
Near-Net-Shape ComponentsAdvanced manufacturing to provide ready-to-use parts.This higher-margin segment is the primary engine for future profitability.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-02
When After Market
Estimate 0.29
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 0.66%
Operating Margin (TTM) 3.46%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 0.55%
Return on Equity (TTM) 1.17%

Valuation

Trailing PE 111.16
Forward PE 15.48
Enterprise Value 781.51M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.72
Enterprise Value 781.51M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.72
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.64
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.48
Shares Outstanding 41.63M
Shares Floating 36.00M
Shares Outstanding 41.63M
Shares Floating 36.00M
Percent Insiders 14.27
Percent Institutions 87.29

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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