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NucorNUE +0.93%92 EV-to-OCF is 14.18 as of Sep. 01, 2026, which is 74% above its 10-year median of 8.13. GuruFocus rates NUE with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of $186.12 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 634 Steel companies, Nucor ranks worse than 67.98% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Nucor's Enterprise Value is $62,725 Mil.
Nucor's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $4,424 Mil. Therefore, Nucor's EV-to-OCF for today is 14.18.
The historical rank and industry rank for Nucor's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
NUE'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.17 Med: 8.13 Max: 26.44
Current: 14.18
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Nucor was 26.44. The lowest was 3.17. And the median was 8.13.
NUE's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 67.98% of 634
companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 7.64
vs NUE: 14.18
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
As of today (2026-09-01), Nucor's stock price is $251.95.
Nucor's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $12.540. Therefore, Nucor's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 20.09.
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Nucor's share price for today is $251.95.
Nucor's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $12.540.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Nucor EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Nucor EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Nucor's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Steel subindustry, Nucor's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Nucor EV-to-OCF vs Steel Industry
For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Nucor's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Nucor's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Nucor's current Enterprise Value is $62,725 Mil.
Nucor's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $4,424 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Nucor (NUE) has a EV-to-OCF of 14.18 as of Sep. 01, 2026. This is 74% above median its historical median of 8.13. Over the past decade, Nucor's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.17 to 26.44. According to the industry distribution chart, Nucor ranks #431 out of 634 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 68%.
Is Nucor's EV-to-OCF too high?
Nucor's current EV-to-OCF of 14.18 is 74% above median its 10-year median of 8.13. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.17 to a high of 26.44. The Steel industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.64. Nucor's value of 14.18 is 85.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Nucor ranks #431 out of 634 companies in the Steel industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Nucor has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nucor's EV-to-OCF compare to STLD and RS?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Nucor ranks #431 out of 634 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Nucor in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.64. Nucor's value of 14.18 is 85.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Nucor's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.17 to 26.44 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 8.13 vs. the industry median of 7.64, Nucor has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Steel company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Steel companies is 7.64, based on 634 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Nucor's current EV-to-OCF of 14.18 is 85.6% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Steel industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nucor's current EV-to-OCF is 14.18, which is 74% above median its own 10-year median of 8.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nucor stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nucor (NUE) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $186.12, compared to a current price of $251.95 — trading 35.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 14.18, which is 74% above median its 10-year median of 8.13 and 85.6% above the Steel industry median of 7.64. Nucor's overall GF Score™ is 92/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Nucor (NUE), the current EV-to-OCF is 14.18 as of Sep. 01, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Nucor (NUE) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nucor stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $251.95 is trading 35.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $186.12.
GuruFocus considers Nucor to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for NUE:
EV-to-OCF: 14.18 (74% above median its 10-year median of 8.13)
GF Value™: $186.12 vs. price of $251.95 (35.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 85.6% above the Steel median (#431 of 634)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NUE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Nucor Corp manufactures steel and steel products. The company's reportable segments are steel mills, steel products, and raw materials. The majority of its revenue is derived from the steel mills segment, which is engaged in producing sheet steel (hot-rolled, cold-rolled, and galvanized), plate steel, structural steel (wide-flange beams, beam blanks, H-piling, and sheet piling), and bar steel products. Nucor manufactures steel principally from scrap steel and scrap steel substitutes using electric arc furnaces (EAFs), along with continuous casting and automated rolling mills. The steel mills segment sells its products mainly to steel service centers, fabricators, and manufacturers located in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
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