Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) Return on Equity (ROE): 14.97%
Is Steel Dynamics, Inc.’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
Steel Dynamics, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 14.97% is 47% below its 5-year average of 28.21%, near the low end of its 5-year range (12.68%–50.98%).
As of Saturday, June 20, 2026. 1.64% below its 12-month average of 15.22%.
STLD Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
STLD Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
STLD Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
STLD Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
14.97%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
15.22%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
26.40%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
28.21%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
22.74%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
18.03%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
19.04%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-1.64%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-43.29%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-46.93%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-34.17%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-16.97%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-21.38%
STLD Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) | $36.04B | 14.97% | 15.22% | 26.40% | 28.21% |
| Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (MLM)vs › | $36.58B | 22.43% | 16.21% | 14.77% | 13.68% |
| Vulcan Materials Company (VMC)vs › | $39.30B | 13.22% | 11.96% | 11.17% | 10.77% |
| Nutrien Ltd. (NTR)vs › | $30.24B | 9.46% | 5.87% | 11.60% | 10.30% |
| PPG Industries, Inc. (PPG)vs › | $26.35B | 19.56% | -14.01% | 0.94% | 7.54% |
| Dow Inc. (DOW)vs › | $22.87B | -18.11% | -4.98% | 3.83% | 9.99% |
| International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)vs › | $19.59B | 6.03% | -0.40% | -7.24% | -3.65% |
| DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (DD)vs › | $19.55B | -0.21% | -1.29% | 5.31% | 6.34% |
| Corteva, Inc. (CTVA)vs › | $52.54B | 4.77% | 4.17% | 3.95% | 4.25% |
| CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. (CX)vs › | $18.47B | 3.45% | 7.46% | 6.16% | 2.35% |
Return Analysis
ROE
15.0%
ROA
8.2%
Steel Dynamics, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) Formula & Definition
ROE = Net Income / Total Shareholders' Equity
Return on equity measures how efficiently a company generates profit from shareholders' equity. Higher ROE indicates better capital efficiency.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Steel Dynamics, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for STLD stock is 14.97%.
- Is Steel Dynamics, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- Steel Dynamics, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 14.97% is 47% below its 5-year average of 28.21%, near the low end of its 5-year range (12.68%–50.98%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for STLD stock is 15.22%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for STLD stock is 26.40%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for STLD stock is 28.21%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for STLD stock is 22.74%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for STLD stock is 18.03%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for STLD stock is 19.04%.
Steel Dynamics, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 13.24% |
| 2024-12-31 | 17.20% |
| 2023-12-31 | 27.64% |
| 2022-12-31 | 47.51% |
| 2021-12-31 | 50.98% |
| 2020-12-31 | 12.68% |
| 2019-12-31 | 16.47% |
| 2018-12-31 | 31.98% |
| 2017-12-31 | 24.25% |
| 2016-12-31 | 13.05% |
| 2015-12-31 | -4.86% |
| 2014-12-31 | 5.39% |
| 2013-12-31 | 7.43% |
| 2012-12-31 | 6.80% |
| 2011-12-31 | 12.01% |
| 2010-12-31 | 6.72% |
| 2009-12-31 | -0.41% |
| 2008-12-31 | 28.54% |
| 2007-12-31 | 25.80% |
| 2006-12-31 | 32.22% |
| 2005-12-31 | 25.21% |
| 2004-12-31 | 34.86% |
| 2003-12-31 | 8.03% |
| 2002-12-31 | 14.93% |
| 2001-12-31 | 0.75% |
| 2000-12-31 | 12.85% |
| 1999-12-31 | 10.07% |
| 1998-12-31 | 9.03% |
| 1997-12-31 | 13.03% |
| 1996-12-31 | -3.74% |
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About Steel Dynamics, Inc.
Steel Dynamics, Inc. is a prominent American steel manufacturer and metal recycling enterprise, conducting its operations through three distinct business divisions. The Steel Operations segment is responsible for producing a broad range of steel products, including hot, cold, and coated rolled steel, various structural shapes like beams, channels, and angles, flat and reinforcing bars, and a diverse selection of rail and engineered steel bar products. This segment also provides specialized processing services for both bar products (such as turning, polishing, and heat treating) and specialty items (including cutting, welding, and galvanizing). Its offerings cater to numerous industries, such as construction, automotive, manufacturing, transportation, heavy and agricultural equipment, and pipe and tube production. Sales are channeled directly to end-users, steel fabricators, and service centers. The Metals Recycling Operations division focuses on acquiring, processing, and reselling ferrous (e.g., heavy melting steel, shredded scrap, cast iron) and nonferrous (e.g., aluminum, copper, stainless steel) scrap metals, transforming them into reusable materials. This division further offers supplementary services including transportation logistics, marketing, brokerage, and scrap management. The Steel Fabrication Operations segment manufactures crucial components for commercial building construction, such as steel joists, girders, trusses, and steel deck products. Established in 1993 and headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the company also engages in exporting its products internationally.
- Sector
- Basic Materials
- Industry
- Steel
- CEO
- Mark D. Millett