Nucor Corporation (NUE) Stock Forecast & Price Prediction 2025, 2030, 2040, and 2050
Discover latest Nucor Corporation (NUE) short-term stock forecast for year 2025, month by month, and long-term NUE price prediction for years 2025 to 2050. Check NUE historical stock performance, analyst ratings (Buy, Sell, or Hold), and stay updated with the latest NUE news and headlines.
1 Month Prediction
$295.39 [128.10%]
3 Month Prediction
$277.24 [114.08%]
6 Month Prediction
$271.22 [109.43%]
1 Year Prediction
$292.04 [125.52%]
3 Year Prediction
$274.56 [112.02%]
5 Year Prediction
$245.71 [89.74%]
About Nucor Corporation
Nucor Corporation is the largest and most diversified steel and steel products company in North America. The company is also recognized as the largest recycler of scrap in North America, producing approximately one-quarter of all raw steel in the U.S. It operates 26 steel mills with an annual production capacity of 27 million tons, alongside over 100 fabrication centers across North America.
The company also manufactures rebar, sheet steel, and structural steel, and it is one of the primary suppliers of rebar used in construction across the U.S.
The company was founded in 1955, and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Nucor Corporation (NUE) Historical Performance
IPO Date
Nucor Corporation (NYSE:NUE) went public on 12 July, 1972.
Change
Since inception, NUE has increased by 18,437.05%. In the last 5 years, NUE has risen from $37.71 to $129.50, a massive 243.41% increase since 2020.
Historical Highs and Lows
In the past 5 years, the stock reached a high of $195.03 and a low of $37.71.
52 Week Range
$112.25
$203.0
The current price $129.50 is not near the 52-week extremes, which means that the stock is neither overbought nor underbought.
NUE Stock Price History
Based on NUE stock's historical price data, this table shows how the stock has performed in the last 6 years. Since 2019, the NUE stock has risen from $32.58 - $50.09 to $128.43 - $137.47, which is up 176.72%. Currently, the stock follows upward trend.
Here, we have calculated stock range of NUE, indicating the highs and lows for each year, the average price based on the daily closing prices each year, and the change% from the average price.
| Year | Stock Price | Avg Price | Change% | Year Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $32.58 - $50.09 | $41.15 | -13.61 | 1 Year Change |
| 2021 | $45.81 - $111.57 | $88.58 | 85.97 | 2 Year Change |
| 2022 | $97.04 - $148.61 | $125.34 | 163.15 | 3 Year Change |
| 2023 | $128.91 - $170.99 | $157.05 | 229.73 | 4 Year Change |
| 2024 | $116.16 - $195.03 | $160.91 | 237.83 | 5 Year Change |
| 2025 | $128.43 - $137.47 | $131.8 | 176.72 | 6 Year Change |
NUE Price Performance
6-Month Performance
NUE stock dropped by 8.26% in the last six months.
1-Year Performance
The stock has trended downwards by 22.24% in the past year.
3-Year Performance
In the last 3 years, the stock has plummeted by 12.86%.
5-Year Performance
In the last 5 years, the stock has gone up by 243.41%.
According to Nucor Corporation's historical data, below graph gives us the exact picture of how the NUE stock has performed year-over-year. Here, Each bar on the graph represents a particular year that illustrates how the stock's price changed from one year to the next.
YoY Performance
In the last five years, the stock has shown positive growth in 3 years and a decline in 2 years.
2020
1.83% ↓
2021
119.20% ↑
2022
17.45% ↑
2023
33.86% ↑
2024
32.07% ↓
NOTE: Green bars indicate that the stock has risen compared to the previous year, while red bars show that the stock has fallen.
Nucor Corporation (NUE) Financials & Stock Analysis
Total Revenue
Quarterly Revenue: $7.08 B (Q4)
Revenue for Q4 ending 31st December, 2024 decreased 4.95% compared to Q3 ending 30th September, 2024.
Annual Revenue: $30.73 B (1Y)
Revenue for trailing 12 months decreased 0.00% year over year from 31st December, 2024.
Market Capitalization
Nucor Corporation has a market capitalization of $29.85B, which places NUE in the large-cap category.
Fundamental Analysis
EPS: $nan (Q4), $8.47 (1Y)
EPS decreased nan% since last quarter, and decreased 53.07% since last year.
Net Income: $287.03 M (Q4), $2.03 B (1Y)
Net Income increased 14.85% since last quarter, and decreased 55.20% since last year.
Free Cash Flow: $-145.77 M (Q4), $806.00 M (1Y)
Free Cash Flow decreased 130.49% since last quarter, and decreased 83.54% since last year.
Net Profit Margin: 4.06% (Q4), 6.60% (1Y)
Net Profit Margin increased 20.84% since last quarter, and decreased 55.20% since last year.
Below, we have listed 12 key indicators for Fundamental analysis for NUE stock. These indicators help you understand Nucor Corporation's financial health, earnings and growth potential, and make a decision if the stock is a good long-term investment or not.
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Technical Analysis
Here, we have listed 5 key indicators for Technical Analysis for NUE stock. These indicators help investors study past price movements and trading volumes to forecast future price changes, and find the right time when to buy, sell or hold the stock.
| Technical Indicators | Value |
|---|---|
| SMA20 | $133.85 |
| SMA50 | $129.32 |
| SMA200 | $143.16 |
| RSI | 40.65 |
| Beta | 1.60 |
SMA20 > Current Price
This signals NUE stock is in short-term bearish momentum.
SMA50 < Current Price
This signals NUE stock is in mid-term bullish momentum.
SMA200 > Current Price
This signals NUE stock is in long-term bearish momentum.
Sentiment Based on Technical Analysis
Based on 8 technical analysis indicators, the overall sentiment for NUE stock is Neutral. Out of all indicators, 1 indicates bullish signals, 4 signals bearish trends and 4 gives neutral trends. The NUE stock forecast was last updated on 18 March, 2025.
Nucor Corporation (NUE) Stock Price Prediction and Forecast
According to short-term forecast, the stock is expected to rise to $266.23 by the end of 2025, and can reach around $302.50 to $314.49 in 2026. And, the long-term forecast suggests that the stock may further jump to $250.20 - $229.42 in 2028, and $208.32 - $170.03 by 2031. So, the NUE stock shows a strong upward trend in the next several years.
Short-term NUE Stock Price Prediction & Forecast
| Date | Forecasted Price | Change% |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04 | $295.39 | 128.1% |
| 2025-05 | $290.52 | 124.34% |
| 2025-06 | $277.24 | 114.08% |
| 2025-07 | $282.28 | 117.98% |
| 2025-08 | $271.52 | 109.67% |
| 2025-09 | $271.22 | 109.44% |
| 2025-10 | $248.04 | 91.54% |
| 2025-11 | $265.14 | 104.74% |
| 2025-12 | $266.23 | 105.58% |
In 2025, the NUE stock price is expected to fluctuate between $248.04 and $295.39. According to the monthly forecast, the stock could rise to $266.23 by December 2024. If compared to the NUE's current price, the stock could gain 105.58% by the end of this year.
Long-term NUE Stock Price Prediction & Forecast
| Year | Year Start | Year Mid | Year End | Change% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $302.50 | $241.59 | $314.49 | 142.85% |
| 2027 | $300.05 | $246.96 | $241.15 | 86.22% |
| 2028 | $250.20 | $246.95 | $229.42 | 77.16% |
| 2029 | $245.91 | $256.73 | $256.57 | 98.12% |
| 2030 | $203.05 | $243.63 | $177.73 | 37.24% |
| 2031 | $208.32 | $228.46 | $170.03 | 31.3% |
| 2032 | $199.53 | $202.18 | $187.25 | 44.59% |
| 2033 | $180.30 | $185.07 | $122.25 | -5.6% |
| 2034 | $173.59 | $139.79 | $102.84 | -20.59% |
| 2035 | $147.84 | $142.12 | $128.57 | -0.72% |
| 2036 | $125.14 | $125.37 | $86.59 | -33.14% |
| 2037 | $107.63 | $112.35 | $85.64 | -33.87% |
| 2038 | $104.33 | $102.50 | $70.00 | -45.95% |
| 2039 | $74.65 | $60.11 | $43.39 | -66.49% |
| 2040 | $56.81 | $53.85 | $24.03 | -81.44% |
| 2041 | $32.53 | $36.01 | $9.93 | -92.33% |
| 2042 | $13.85 | $19.97 | $0.89 | -99.31% |
| 2043 | $1.22 | $3.02 | $0.66 | -99.49% |
| 2044 | $1.02 | $1.07 | $0.80 | -99.38% |
| 2045 | $0.87 | $0.99 | $1.04 | -99.2% |
| 2046 | $1.00 | $1.03 | $1.20 | -99.07% |
| 2047 | $1.10 | $1.09 | $0.85 | -99.34% |
| 2048 | $1.05 | $0.99 | $1.12 | -99.14% |
| 2049 | $1.07 | $1.22 | $1.01 | -99.22% |
| 2050 | $1.10 | $0.93 | $1.01 | -99.22% |
| 2051 | $1.04 | $0.86 | $0.98 | -99.24% |
Nucor Corporation (NUE) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2025
At the start of 2025, the NUE stock was at $128.43. Today, it is trading at $129.50, which is 0.83% increase from price at the beginning of the year. By the end of this year, you can expect the stock to reach to $266.23 by December 2025 with a 105.58% change.
Nucor Corporation (NUE) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2026 - 2030
In the next five years, there will be a significant depreciation in the NUE stock. During this period, the NUE's price is forecasted to shift from $302.50 to $177.73, which is -41.25% loss.
In 2026, the stock would possibly open at $302.50, descends to $241.59 by mid-year, and wraps up at $314.49, reflecting a 142.85% increase from today's price. Further moving to 2030, the stock can kick off the year at $203.05, drop to $243.63 by mid-year, and finish at $177.73, which is 37.25% change from current price.
Nucor Corporation (NUE) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2031 - 2040
During this period, the stock would move from $208.32 to $24.03, which is down 31.30%
In 2031, we can expect NUE to fluctuate between $170.03 and $208.32, a shift indicating a 31.30% gain by year-end compared to current price. And Until 2040, NUE can likely vary from $24.03 to $56.81. By the end of 2040, the stock could record a -81.44% fall from today's stock price.
Nucor Corporation (NUE) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2041 - 2050
According to long-term forecast, the NUE stock can see an a downturn from $32.53 to $1.01 in this period. In 2041, the stock can experience a high of $36.01 by mid-year, closing the year at $9.93. This results in a -72.20% decrease from today.
Moving towards the end of 2050, NUE is projected to open the year at $1.10. The stock may dip to $0.93 during mid-year and finish the year at $1.01. Compared to the stock's current price, this translates to an overall loss of -99.22% by 2050.
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NUE Competitors
| Ticker | Company | Market Cap | Price | 1m Change | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLF | Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. | - | $9.42 | -13.10% ▼ | $142.05 ▲ |
Last updated Mar 18 at 1:43 PM
NUE : Buy, Sell Or Hold?
Analyst Ratings
Based on 13 analysts, 5 rated as a strong buy, 3 recommended a buy, 5 suggested a hold, 0 advised a sell, and 0 indicated a strong sell.Three months ago, out of 14 analysts, 4 analysts gave a strong buy rating, 4 a buy rating, 6 a hold rating, 0 advised selling, and 0 suggested a strong sell.So, according to analyst ratings, the recommendation for NUE stock is Buy.
Expert Analysis
According to NUE short-term and long-term forecast, Nucor Corporation shares are projected to go down by 99.22%, and reach a value of $1.01 per share by 2050.
As per technical analysis, indicators show a Neutral sentiment, while Fear & Greed Index stands at 42.857142857142854, which signals Fear. Also, NUE has recorded 10/30 green days, which reflects a 50.0% positivity rate with a price volatility of 0.02%.
Plus, Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 15.307328 suggests that NUE stock is overvalued. So, Based on NUE prediction and analysis, it may be the best time to hold NUE stock right now.
Disclaimer: Stock predictions, forecasts and price targets provided for "NUE” are solely for informational and educational purposes and should not be treated as investment or financial advice. Always conduct your own research or consider consulting with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.