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Olympic Steel Inc (ZEUS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/15/2025: ZEUS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $38
1 Year Target Price $38
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -49.3% | Avg. Invested days 23 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 308.16M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 22.37 | 1Y Target Price 38 |
Price to earnings Ratio 22.37 | 1Y Target Price 38 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 1.77 | 52 Weeks Range 26.05 - 42.79 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 26.05 - 42.79 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.25% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.23 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 0.77% | Operating Margin (TTM) 2.29% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.17% | Return on Equity (TTM) 2.5% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 22.37 | Forward PE 13.12 | Enterprise Value 675176361 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.16 |
Enterprise Value 675176361 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.16 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.32 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.72 | Shares Outstanding 11197621 | Shares Floating 9818074 |
Shares Outstanding 11197621 | Shares Floating 9818074 | ||
Percent Insiders 12.32 | Percent Institutions 85.27 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Olympic Steel Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Olympic Steel Inc. was founded in 1954. Initially a small steel distribution company, it has grown through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions to become a leading North American steel service center.
Core Business Areas
- Flat-Rolled Steel: Processes and distributes carbon, coated, and alloy flat-rolled steel products.
- Pipe and Tube: Distributes carbon and stainless steel pipe and tube products.
- Specialty Metals: Processes and distributes aluminum, stainless steel, and other specialty metals.
Leadership and Structure
Richard T. Marabito is the current Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. The company has a traditional corporate structure with executive leadership overseeing various business segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Carbon Flat-Rolled Steel: A variety of carbon steel products in sheet and coil form. Competitors include Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co. and Ryerson Holding Corporation. Market share data not publicly specified but is a key segment for the business. Revenue varies year to year due to commodity pricing
- Stainless Steel: Stainless steel in various forms, including sheet, plate, and coil. Competitors include Outokumpu and Acerinox. Revenue varies year to year due to commodity pricing, with the value add of processing. Market share data not publicly specified.
- Aluminum: Aluminum in various forms for multiple applications. Competitors include Alcoa and Novelis. Revenue varies year to year due to commodity pricing, with the value add of processing. Market share data not publicly specified.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The steel service center industry is cyclical and heavily influenced by economic conditions, particularly in manufacturing, construction, and automotive sectors. Demand fluctuates based on infrastructure projects and overall industrial production.
Positioning
Olympic Steel is positioned as a value-added steel service center, providing processing, distribution, and technical expertise. Its competitive advantages include a broad product range, geographic reach, and customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for steel service centers in North America is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Olympic Steel's position is as a consolidator, aiming to grow its market share through acquisitions and organic growth, thereby capturing a larger portion of the TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Broad product portfolio
- Extensive geographic reach
- Strong customer relationships
- Value-added processing capabilities
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Cyclical business model
- Sensitivity to commodity price fluctuations
- Reliance on economic conditions
- Competition from larger players
- Raw Material Price Volatility
Opportunities
- Strategic acquisitions
- Expansion into new markets
- Increased demand from infrastructure projects
- Adoption of new technologies
- Growing demand for sustainable steel products
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Trade regulations and tariffs
- Rising interest rates
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- RS
- RYI
Competitive Landscape
Olympic Steel competes on value-added services, customer relationships, and geographic reach. Its competitors, Reliance Steel and Ryerson, are larger and have greater financial resources. Olympic Steel must innovate and execute effectively to maintain its competitive position.
Major Acquisitions
Berlin Metals
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 109.3
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Olympic Steel's specialty metals business and geographic footprint.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Discusses past growth based on financial data.
Future Projections: Provides estimated future growth based on analyst data.
Recent Initiatives: Focuses on strategic acquisitions and operational enhancements to drive growth.
Summary
Olympic Steel is a moderately strong player in the cyclical steel service center industry. Its strengths lie in its product diversification and geographic presence. However, it is vulnerable to economic downturns and commodity price volatility, requiring strategic adaptability to maintain profitability. Effective risk management and proactive cost controls are crucial for sustained success.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- Analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is for informational purposes only. It should not be considered financial advice.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Olympic Steel Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Highland Hills, OH, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1994-03-10 | CEO & Director Mr. Richard T. Marabito | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Steel | Full time employees 2228 | Website https://www.olysteel.com |
Full time employees 2228 | Website https://www.olysteel.com | ||
Olympic Steel, Inc. processes, distributes, and stores metal products primarily in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It operates in three segments: Carbon Flat Products; Specialty Metals Flat Products; and Tubular and Pipe Products. The company offers stainless steel and aluminum coil and sheet products, angles, rounds, and flat bars; alloy, heat treated, and abrasion resistant coils, sheets and plates; coated metals, including galvanized, galvannealed, electro galvanized, advanced high strength steels, aluminized, and automotive grades of steel; commercial quality, advanced high strength steel, drawing steel, and automotive grades cold rolled steel coil and sheet products; hot rolled carbon comprising hot rolled coil, pickled and oiled sheet and plate steel products, automotive grades, advanced high strength steels, and high strength low alloys; tube, pipe, and bar products, including round, square, and rectangular mechanical and structural tubing; hydraulic and stainless tubing; boiler tubing; carbon, stainless, and aluminum pipes; valves and fittings; and tin mill products, such as electrolytic tinplate, electrolytic chromium coated steel, and black plates. The company provides cutting-to-length, slitting, shearing, blanking, tempering, stretcher-leveling, plate and laser processing, forming and machining, tube processing, finishing, and fabrication services, as well as value-added services, such as saw cutting, laser cutting, beveling, threading, and grooving services. It serves metal consuming industries, such as manufacturers and fabricators of transportation and material handling lift equipment, construction, mining and farm equipment, agriculture equipment, storage tanks, environmental and energy generation equipment, automobiles, food service, and electrical equipment, as well as general and plate fabricators, and metals service centers through direct sales force. Olympic Steel, Inc. was founded in 1954 and is based in Highland Hills, Ohio.
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