ASTL (Algoma Steel Group) Profitability Rank: 4 (As of Mar. 2026) — Near Median

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ASTL Algoma Steel Group Inc ASTL
59 GF Score
Price $4.27
GF Value $5.50
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Algoma Steel Group Profitability Rank?

Algoma Steel Group ASTL +4.79% 59 Profitability Rank is 4 as of Mar. 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates ASTL with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of $5.50 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Algoma Steel Group has the Profitability Rank of 4.

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %
2. Piotroski F-Score
3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.
4. Consistency of the profitability
5. Predictability Rank

A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

Algoma Steel Group's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -51.70%. As of today, Algoma Steel Group's Piotroski F-Score is 2.


Algoma Steel Group Profitability Rank Related Terms


ASTL vs NUE, STLD, RS: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Algoma Steel Group's Profitability Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and Profitability Rank 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.


Algoma Steel Group Profitability Rank vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Algoma Steel Group's Profitability Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Algoma Steel Group's Profitability Rank falls into.


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Algoma Steel Group Profitability Rank Calculation

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way.

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

Algoma Steel Group has the Profitability Rank of 4.

Profitability Rank is not directly related to the Financial Strength. But if a company is consistently profitable, its financial strength will be stronger.

Profitability Rank is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %

Operating Margin % - also known as operating income margin, operating profit margin and return on sales (ROS) - is the ratio of Operating Income divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.

Algoma Steel Group's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Operating Margin %=Operating Income (Q: Mar. 2026 ) / Revenue (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=-111.88 / 216.399
=-51.70 %

* 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.

2. Piotroski F-Score

Warning Sign:

Piotroski F-Score of 2 is low, which usually implies poor business operation.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

Good or high score = 8 or 9
Bad or low score = 0 or 1

Algoma Steel Group has an F-score of 2. It is a bad or low score, which usually implies poor business operation.

3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.

4. Consistency of the profitability

5. Predictability Rank

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Profitability Rank →
What does a Profitability Rank of 4 mean?
Algoma Steel Group (ASTL) has a Profitability Rank of 4 as of Mar. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Algoma Steel Group and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, Algoma Steel Group's Profitability Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 5.00.
Is Algoma Steel Group's Profitability Rank too high?
Algoma Steel Group's current Profitability Rank of 4 is near median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 5.00. Overall, Algoma Steel Group has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Algoma Steel Group's Profitability Rank compare to NUE and STLD?
Algoma Steel Group's Profitability Rank of 4 can be compared against companies in the Steel industry. Historically, Algoma Steel Group's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 5.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Profitability Rank for a Steel company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Steel industry context. However, Profitability Rank should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Profitability Rank mean?
A high Profitability Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Algoma Steel Group and its competitors. Algoma Steel Group's current Profitability Rank is 4, which is near median its own 10-year median of 4.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Algoma Steel Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Algoma Steel Group (ASTL) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $5.50, compared to a current price of $4.27 — trading 22.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 4, which is near median its 10-year median of 4.00. Algoma Steel Group's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Profitability Rank calculated?
Profitability Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Algoma Steel Group (ASTL), the current Profitability Rank is 4 as of Mar. 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 Algoma Steel Group (ASTL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Algoma Steel Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $4.27 is trading 22.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $5.50. GuruFocus considers Algoma Steel Group to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ASTL:

  • Profitability Rank: 4 (near median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: $5.50 vs. price of $4.27 (22.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the ASTL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Algoma Steel Group Business Description

Other Exchanges 9ZY:GermanyASTL:Canada
Address 105 West Street, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, CAN, P6A 7B4
Algoma Steel Group Inc is a fully integrated steel producer of hot and cold rolled steel products, including coiled sheet and plate, strategically located. The firm operates in a single segment of basic steel production including sheets, plates, slabs, and freights. The company's revenue is generated from contracts to produce, ship, and deliver steel products Geographically it serves Canada, the United States, and the rest of the world, whilst driving key revenue from United States. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the sale of Steel sheets and strips.
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