Russel Metals (RUS) Stock Overview
Engages in the distribution of steel and other metal products in Canada and the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 4/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 5/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | CA$58.19 |
| 52 Week High | CA$59.15 |
| 52 Week Low | CA$39.09 |
| Beta | 1.1 |
| 1 Month Change | 17.70% |
| 3 Month Change | 23.34% |
| 1 Year Change | 37.18% |
| 3 Year Change | 63.82% |
| 5 Year Change | 74.48% |
| Change since IPO | 1,230.06% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 06
RUS: Future Returns Will Depend On P/E Support And Share Buybacks
The updated analyst price target for Russel Metals edges higher to about CA$54.71 from roughly CA$54.57. This reflects analysts' mixed but generally constructive revisions, with several firms raising targets into the CA$54 to CA$57 range, while others have recently turned more cautious on the stock.Narrative Update • Mar 30
RUS: Future Upside Will Rely On Higher P E And Share Buybacks
Russel Metals’ analyst price target range has moved higher into the CA$54 to CA$57 band, reflecting updated models from several firms, while small tweaks to the discount rate and forward P/E assumptions leave the intrinsic value estimate essentially unchanged. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a wide range of views on Russel Metals, with several bullish analysts lifting price targets into the mid CA$50s while a couple of firms have turned more cautious.Narrative Update • Mar 16
RUS: Future Upside Will Rely On Higher P E And Completed Buybacks
The analyst price target for Russel Metals is updated to CA$54.57, reflecting recent target increases from CA$52 to CA$54 at Scotiabank, from CA$51 to CA$55 at RBC Capital, and from CA$50 to CA$57 at TD Securities, even as some firms have turned more cautious on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a split view on Russel Metals, with several bullish analysts lifting price targets while a few more cautious firms have moved to downgrades.Narrative Update • Mar 02
RUS: Future Upside Will Rely On Higher P/E And Active Buybacks
Analysts have lifted their average price targets on Russel Metals into a CA$54 to CA$57 range, with the updated model keeping fair value broadly unchanged and fine tuning assumptions such as a slightly lower discount rate and marginally adjusted future P/E to reflect recent research updates. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Russel Metals presents a mixed picture, with several bullish analysts lifting price targets while some more cautious voices have downgraded their stance.Narrative Update • Feb 16
RUS: Future Upside Will Depend On Higher P/E And Steady Execution
The analyst price target for Russel Metals moves from CA$49.86 to CA$54.57, reflecting updated views from analysts who recently raised their targets into the CA$54 to CA$57 range, alongside adjustments to fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Russel Metals shows a mix of optimism on valuation and execution, alongside a more cautious stance from some firms that have moved to downgrades.Analysis Article • Jan 16
At CA$48.33, Is It Time To Put Russel Metals Inc. (TSE:RUS) On Your Watch List?
Russel Metals Inc. ( TSE:RUS ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a significant share price rise of 23...Narrative Update • Jan 09
RUS: Stable Outlook Will Rely On Disciplined Buybacks And Steady Metrics
Analysts have kept their price target for Russel Metals steady at $49.86, reflecting essentially unchanged fair value, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions, with only minor adjustments to discount rate inputs. What's in the News From July 1, 2025 to August 15, 2025, Russel Metals repurchased 330,200 shares, representing 0.59% of its shares for CAD 13.7 million under its August 13, 2024 buyback program, bringing total repurchases under that program to 2,989,900 shares or 5.2% for CAD 120.16 million (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Dec 19
RUS: Outperform Rating And Buybacks Will Support Future Share Price Upside
Analysts have modestly reduced their price target on Russel Metals, trimming it by C$2 to C$54, citing slightly lower long term return assumptions despite marginally stronger revenue growth expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates indicate that the modest price target reduction reflects fine tuning of valuation assumptions rather than a shift in the underlying investment thesis.Analysis Article • Dec 19
Is Russel Metals Inc. (TSE:RUS) Trading At A 30% Discount?
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Russel Metals fair value estimate is CA$62.31 Current share...Narrative Update • Dec 05
RUS: Future Buybacks And Network Optimization Will Drive Share Price Upside
Russel Metals' analyst price target has been modestly reduced from approximately C$52.50 to C$51.00, as analysts slightly raised their discount rate and marginally trimmed long term growth expectations while maintaining a positive view on the shares. Analyst Commentary Analysts remain constructive on Russel Metals despite the modest reduction in price targets, viewing the moves as fine tuning rather than a change in core thesis.Narrative Update • Nov 21
RUS: Revenue Acceleration Will Drive Market Demand Despite Margin Pressures
The analyst consensus price target on Russel Metals was lowered slightly from approximately $51 to $49.86, as analysts factor in updated forecasts for slower profit margin expansion but stronger revenue growth outlooks. Analyst Commentary Recent updates from street analysts reflect both confidence in Russel Metals' growth prospects and a note of caution regarding near-term earnings momentum.Analysis Article • Jun 22
Russel Metals (TSE:RUS) Has A Pretty Healthy Balance Sheet
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • May 27
Russel Metals (TSE:RUS) Will Pay A Larger Dividend Than Last Year At CA$0.43
Russel Metals Inc. ( TSE:RUS ) will increase its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 16th of June to...Analysis Article • Mar 14
Is Russel Metals (TSE:RUS) Using Too Much Debt?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • Feb 22
Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For Russel Metals Inc. (TSE:RUS) After Its Full-Year Results
Shareholders might have noticed that Russel Metals Inc. ( TSE:RUS ) filed its annual result this time last week. The...
New Narrative • Feb 09
Samuel Acquisition Integration And Nonferrous Expansion Will Improve Future Earnings
Successful integration of the acquisition and focus on modernization could improve margins and support revenue growth through operational synergies and efficiencies.Analysis Article • Feb 05
A Piece Of The Puzzle Missing From Russel Metals Inc.'s (TSE:RUS) Share Price
With a median price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of close to 14x in Canada, you could be forgiven for feeling...Analysis Article • Dec 16
A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of Russel Metals Inc. (TSE:RUS)
Key Insights Russel Metals' estimated fair value is CA$54.43 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity With CA$44.35...Analysis Article • May 14
Russel Metals (TSE:RUS) Is Increasing Its Dividend To CA$0.42
Russel Metals Inc. ( TSE:RUS ) will increase its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 14th of June to...Analysis Article • Mar 04
Is Russel Metals (TSE:RUS) A Risky Investment?
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • Feb 11
Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For Russel Metals Inc. (TSE:RUS) After Its Annual Results
Shareholders might have noticed that Russel Metals Inc. ( TSE:RUS ) filed its full-year result this time last week. The...Analysis Article • Jan 31
A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of Russel Metals Inc. (TSE:RUS)
Key Insights Russel Metals' estimated fair value is CA$51.06 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity With CA$44.18...Analysis Article • Jan 08
Improved Earnings Required Before Russel Metals Inc. (TSE:RUS) Shares Find Their Feet
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 9.6x Russel Metals Inc. ( TSE:RUS ) may be sending bullish signals at the...Analysis Article • Nov 10
Should You Investigate Russel Metals Inc. (TSE:RUS) At CA$37.80?
While Russel Metals Inc. ( TSE:RUS ) might not be the most widely known stock at the moment, it saw a double-digit...Analysis Article • Oct 23
Russel Metals (TSE:RUS) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • Sep 13
Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of Russel Metals Inc. (TSE:RUS)
Key Insights The projected fair value for Russel Metals is CA$43.96 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current...Shareholder Returns
| RUS | CA Trade Distributors | CA Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 1.1% | 3.5% | -0.8% |
| 1Y | 37.2% | 73.2% | 31.6% |
Return vs Industry: RUS underperformed the Canadian Trade Distributors industry which returned 73.2% over the past year.
Return vs Market: RUS exceeded the Canadian Market which returned 31.6% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| RUS volatility | |
|---|---|
| RUS Average Weekly Movement | 3.2% |
| Trade Distributors Industry Average Movement | 4.1% |
| Market Average Movement | 10.3% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in CA Market | 18.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in CA Market | 3.9% |
Stable Share Price: RUS has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the Canadian market.
Volatility Over Time: RUS's weekly volatility (3%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | 4,275 | John Reid | www.russelmetals.com |
Russel Metals Inc. engages in the distribution of steel and other metal products in Canada and the United States. The company operates through Metals Service Centers, Energy Field Stores, and Steel Distribution segments. The Metal Service Centers segment operates a network of metals service centers, which provide metal products in various sizes, shapes, and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular, stainless steel, aluminum, and other non-ferrous specialty metal products.
Russel Metals Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| RUS fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | CA$3.19b |
| Earnings (TTM) | CA$197.60m |
| Revenue (TTM) | CA$4.89b |
16.2x
P/E Ratio0.7x
P/S RatioIs RUS overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| RUS income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | CA$4.89b |
| Cost of Revenue | CA$3.85b |
| Gross Profit | CA$1.03b |
| Other Expenses | CA$834.90m |
| Earnings | CA$197.60m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
Aug 06, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 3.60 |
| Gross Margin | 21.13% |
| Net Profit Margin | 4.04% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 18.1% |
How did RUS perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
3.0%
Current Dividend Yield48%
Payout RatioDoes RUS pay a reliable dividends?
See RUS dividend history and benchmarks| Russel Metals dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | May 28 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Jun 15 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 8 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 26 days |
Does RUS pay a reliable dividends?
See RUS dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/19 15:48 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/15 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Russel Metals Inc. is covered by 9 analysts. 7 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Devin Dodge | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| Michael Willemse | CIBC Capital Markets |
| Maxim Sytchev | National Bank Financial |