Analysts from KeyCorp have issued their earnings per share (EPS) estimates for Ryerson Holding Corporation for the fiscal year 2026. In a report released on January 6, 2026, analyst P. Gibbs projected that the basic materials company is set to earn $1.25 per share. This figure slightly exceeds the current consensus estimate of $1.20 for the company’s full-year earnings.
In its most recent quarterly earnings report, released on October 28, 2025, Ryerson reported a loss of ($0.46) per share, falling short of the consensus estimate of $0.03 by ($0.49). The company generated revenue of $1.16 billion during that quarter, aligning with expectations. Ryerson has also indicated a challenging outlook, providing guidance for the fourth quarter of 2025 with an EPS range of (0.280) to (0.220).
Stock Performance and Market Analysis
Shares of Ryerson opened at $28.27 on Thursday, reflecting a significant performance trend. The stock has a 50-day moving average price of $23.56 and a 200-day moving average of $22.90. Over the past year, Ryerson’s stock has fluctuated, reaching a low of $17.18 and a high of $28.50.
The company maintains a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.62, a quick ratio of 0.95, and a current ratio of 1.98. Ryerson’s market capitalization stands at approximately $910.51 million, with a negative price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of -39.81 and a beta of 1.59, indicating a level of volatility in its stock performance.
Institutional Investment Insights
Recent activity among institutional investors demonstrates a growing interest in Ryerson. Notably, the State of Alaska Department of Revenue acquired a new position valued at approximately $30,000 in the third quarter of 2025. Additionally, CWM LLC significantly increased its holdings in Ryerson, raising its position by 97.7% in the second quarter, now owning 1,866 shares worth around $40,000.
Other notable transactions include the New York State Teachers Retirement System, which purchased a new position valued at $56,000, and AlphaQuest LLC, which increased its stake by an extraordinary 259,800% during the same quarter, now holding 2,599 shares worth $59,000. Overall, institutional investors now control approximately 94.81% of Ryerson’s stock.
Dividends and Company Overview
Ryerson recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on December 18, 2025. Investors who held shares as of December 4, 2025, received a dividend of $0.1875, translating to an annualized dividend of $0.75 and a yield of 2.7%. The company’s payout ratio currently stands at -105.63%, indicating a significant challenge in maintaining dividend payments.
Based in Chicago, Illinois, Ryerson, Inc. is a prominent metals distributor and processor in North America. Serving a diverse range of industrial and manufacturing markets, the company supplies various materials, including carbon steels, stainless alloys, aluminum, brass, and copper products. Ryerson also provides value-added services such as laser cutting, plasma cutting, and welding, supporting its clients’ complex production schedules across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
As analysts and investors closely monitor Ryerson’s performance, the company faces both challenges and opportunities in the ever-evolving materials market.
