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Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) Free Cash Flow Yield: 1.84%

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Is Steel Dynamics, Inc.’s free cash flow yield high or low?

Steel Dynamics, Inc.'s free cash flow yield of 1.84% is 81% below its 5-year average of 9.53%, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.02%–21.46%).

As of Saturday, June 20, 2026. 20.54% above its 12-month average of 1.53%.

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STLD Free Cash Flow Yield Chart

STLD Free Cash Flow Yield
1.84%+33.33% 1Y
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STLD Average Free Cash Flow Yield Chart

STLD Current vs Average Free Cash Flow Yield Chart

STLD Free Cash Flow Yield Metrics

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD

1.84%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG TTM

1.53%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 3Y

7.07%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 5Y

9.53%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 10Y

10.12%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 15Y

9.67%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 20Y

8.93%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+20.54%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-73.99%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-80.69%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-81.82%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-80.98%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-79.39%

STLD Competitors' Free Cash Flow Yield

NAMEMARKET CAPFREE CASH FLOW YIELDTTM3Y5Y
Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)$36.04B1.84%1.53%7.07%9.53%
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (MLM)vs ›$36.58B2.81%2.55%2.25%2.45%
Vulcan Materials Company (VMC)vs ›$39.30B2.79%2.80%2.33%2.34%
Nutrien Ltd. (NTR)vs ›$30.24B7.37%5.98%8.73%8.25%
PPG Industries, Inc. (PPG)vs ›$26.35B4.62%3.69%4.11%3.65%
Dow Inc. (DOW)vs ›$22.87BN/A4.91%10.08%10.62%
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)vs ›$19.59B2.02%2.33%2.93%2.56%
DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (DD)vs ›$19.55B5.62%7.50%8.30%8.89%
Corteva, Inc. (CTVA)vs ›$52.54B3.87%5.15%4.49%4.09%
CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. (CX)vs ›$18.47B54.64%13.71%9.43%8.75%

Yield Comparison

FCF Yield

1.84%

Earnings Yield

3.74%

Dividend Yield

0.81%

Formula: FCF Yield = (Free Cash Flow / Market Cap) × 100

How FCF Yield is used:

  • Shows free cash flow after capital expenditures relative to market cap
  • Can be compared with earnings yield and dividend yield
  • Can be compared with the company's historical range
  • Can be compared with peers that report positive free cash flow

FCF vs earnings: Differences between FCF yield and earnings yield can reflect capital expenditures, working capital changes, and other non-cash accounting items.

Steel Dynamics, Inc. Free Cash Flow Yield Formula & Definition

FCF Yield measures free cash flow relative to market capitalization. It compares cash generation after capital expenditures with the equity value of the company.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Steel Dynamics, Inc. Free Cash Flow Yield FAQ

What is the free cash flow yield for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)?
The free cash flow yield for STLD stock is 1.84%.
Is Steel Dynamics, Inc.'s free cash flow yield high or low?
Steel Dynamics, Inc.'s free cash flow yield of 1.84% is 81% below its 5-year average of 9.53%, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.02%–21.46%).
What is the TTM average free cash flow yield for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)?
The TTM average free cash flow yield for STLD stock is 1.53%.
What is the 3Y average free cash flow yield for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)?
The 3Y average free cash flow yield for STLD stock is 7.07%.
What is the 5Y average free cash flow yield for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)?
The 5Y average free cash flow yield for STLD stock is 9.53%.
What is the 10Y average free cash flow yield for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)?
The 10Y average free cash flow yield for STLD stock is 10.12%.
What is the 15Y average free cash flow yield for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)?
The 15Y average free cash flow yield for STLD stock is 9.67%.
What is the 20Y average free cash flow yield for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD)?
The 20Y average free cash flow yield for STLD stock is 8.93%.

Steel Dynamics, Inc. Free Cash Flow Yield History

DATEFREE CASH FLOW YIELD
2026-06-181.84%
2026-06-171.70%
2026-06-161.67%
2026-06-151.69%
2026-06-121.62%
2026-06-111.64%
2026-06-101.71%
2026-06-091.70%
2026-06-081.72%
2026-06-051.71%
2026-06-041.66%
2026-06-031.67%
2026-06-021.69%
2026-06-011.76%
2026-05-291.76%
2026-05-281.76%
2026-05-271.78%
2026-05-261.83%
2026-05-221.91%
2026-05-211.98%
2026-05-202.01%
2026-05-192.06%
2026-05-182.01%
2026-05-152.00%
2026-05-141.96%
2026-05-131.94%
2026-05-121.97%
2026-05-111.95%
2026-05-081.95%
2026-05-071.97%
2026-05-061.90%
2026-05-051.93%
2026-05-042.00%
2026-05-012.00%
2026-04-302.01%
2026-04-292.05%
2026-04-282.02%
2026-04-272.04%
2026-04-241.51%
2026-04-231.52%
2026-04-221.51%
2026-04-211.56%
2026-04-201.64%
2026-04-171.71%
2026-04-161.75%
2026-04-151.77%
2026-04-141.76%
2026-04-131.75%
2026-04-101.80%
2026-04-091.80%
2026-04-081.83%
2026-04-071.94%
2026-04-061.94%
2026-04-021.90%
2026-04-011.88%
2026-03-311.91%
2026-03-302.00%
2026-03-272.01%
2026-03-261.97%
2026-03-251.98%
2026-03-242.02%
2026-03-232.06%
2026-03-202.09%
2026-03-192.05%
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2026-03-132.01%
2026-03-121.96%
2026-03-111.86%
2026-03-101.88%
2026-03-091.88%
2026-03-061.89%
2026-03-051.81%
2026-03-041.77%
2026-03-031.74%
2026-03-021.70%
2026-02-271.78%
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2026-02-251.10%
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2026-02-231.07%
2026-02-201.09%
2026-02-191.11%
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2026-01-301.17%
2026-01-291.16%
2026-01-281.21%
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2026-01-231.16%
2026-01-221.18%
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2026-01-081.22%
2026-01-071.26%
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2025-12-311.24%
2025-12-301.23%
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2025-11-281.26%
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2025-10-311.34%
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2025-10-281.31%
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2024-12-312.42%
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2024-10-104.20%
2024-10-094.14%
2024-10-084.24%

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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.

Fort Wayne, IN
13,000 employees
www.steeldynamics.com
Basic Materials / Steel
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Steel
CEO
Mark D. Millett
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