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IIIN Stock Chart & Stats
$31.66
-$0.42(-1.66%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$31.66
-$0.42(-1.66%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$24.35 - $41.64
Previous CloseN/A
Volume22.89K
Average Volume (3M)147.78K
Market Cap
$576.58M
Enterprise Value$633.44
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$22.95M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$0.00
Price to Earnings (P/E)13.5
Beta0.80
Next Earnings
Oct 15, 2026EPS Estimate
0.54Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.49%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.87
Shares Outstanding19,433,247
10 Day Avg. Volume195,936
30 Day Avg. Volume147,783
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.16
Price to Book (P/B)2.02
Price to Sales (P/S)1.16
P/FCF Ratio39.57
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)1.64
Revenue Forecast (FY)$718.98M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Balance Sheet StrengthInsteel’s minimal leverage and substantial equity base materially reduce solvency and refinancing risk. With effectively no debt and solid ROE, the company has durable financial flexibility to fund operations, opportunistic buybacks, or capex without debt reliance over the coming months.
Pricing Actions & Shipment RecoveryASPs increasing alongside modest shipment growth shows Insteel can push through higher selling prices amid input inflation. That pricing responsiveness, combined with infrastructure-driven shipment demand, supports revenue durability and offers a path to margin stabilization if pricing persists.
Capital Discipline And Shareholder ReturnsManagement’s mix of buybacks, a maintained dividend and deferred capex signals disciplined allocation: preserving liquidity while returning cash. This stance supports shareholder value and provides operational flexibility to prioritize high-return projects over large, immediate spend.
Bears Say
Weak Cash Generation / Negative FCFTrailing twelve‑month cash conversion has deteriorated sharply, with near-zero OCF and negative free cash flow. That reduces the company’s internal funding capacity, heightens reliance on cash reserves for buybacks/dividends, and constrains flexibility for sustained capex or working-capital swings.
Large Gross Margin CompressionA nearly 700 basis‑point YoY margin decline reflects compressed spreads from higher rod, freight and conversion costs plus lower volumes. Restoring margins requires sustained pricing or cost relief; until then profitability remains structurally weaker than prior-cycle highs.
Tariff And Input-cost UncertaintyElevated tariffs and unresolved refund appeals create persistent input-cost volatility and distorted domestic pricing. This structural uncertainty complicates procurement, pass-through pricing and margin planning, and can keep spreads tight even if end-market demand stays intact.
Insteel Industries News
IIIN FAQ
What was Insteel Industries’s price range in the past 12 months?
Insteel Industries lowest stock price was $24.35 and its highest was $41.64 in the past 12 months.
What is Insteel Industries’s market cap?
Insteel Industries’s market cap is $576.58M.
When is Insteel Industries’s upcoming earnings report date?
Insteel Industries’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 15, 2026 which is in 90 days.
How were Insteel Industries’s earnings last quarter?
Insteel Industries released its earnings results on Jul 16, 2026. The company reported $0.46 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.445 by $0.015.
Is Insteel Industries overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Insteel Industries’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Insteel Industries pay dividends?
Insteel Industries pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.03 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.49%. See more information on Insteel Industries dividends here
What is Insteel Industries’s EPS estimate?
Insteel Industries’s EPS estimate is 0.54.
How many shares outstanding does Insteel Industries have?
Insteel Industries has 19,433,247 shares outstanding.
What happened to Insteel Industries’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Insteel Industries reported an EPS of $0.46 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.445. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.282%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Insteel Industries?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in IIIN
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Insteel Industries Stock Smart Score
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Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
IIIN Sentiment 80%
Sector Average 62%
Sector Average 62%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 7.1K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
25.85%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
11.72%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
9.16%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries, Inc., along with its various subsidiaries, focuses on the manufacturing and commercialization of steel wire reinforcement products specifically for concrete construction applications. The company's primary offerings include prestressed concrete strand (PC strand) and welded wire reinforcement (WWR). Its PC strand is a distinctive seven-wire product designed to introduce compression into precast concrete elements and structures. This strengthens various constructions, such as bridges, parking garages, commercial buildings, and other concrete infrastructure. Additionally, Insteel supplies an engineered welded wire reinforcement (WWR) product utilized in both non-residential and residential construction endeavors. This WWR product line encompasses several types: Engineered structural mesh: A custom-made solution that functions as the main reinforcement for concrete elements and structures, often serving as an alternative to conventional hot-rolled rebar. Concrete pipe reinforcement: Another tailored product, engineered for primary reinforcement in concrete pipes, box culverts, and precast manholes, vital for drainage and sewage systems, water treatment facilities, and related utility applications. Standard welded wire reinforcement: A secondary reinforcement material aimed at preventing cracks in residential and light commercial settings, including driveways, sidewalks, and various slab-on-grade applications. Insteel distributes its products through a network of sales representatives to a diverse customer base, including concrete product manufacturers, rebar fabricators, distributors, and contractors. Its principal markets are located across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and extending into Central and South America. Founded in 1953, Insteel Industries, Inc. is headquartered in Mount Airy, North Carolina.
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
4.92% Insiders
20.44% Mutual Funds
0.31% Other Institutional Investors
52.01% Public Companies and
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