Stock Analysis on Net
Stock Analysis on Net

United States Steel Corp. (NYSE:X)

$22.49

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Net Profit Margin
since 2005

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Calculation

United States Steel Corp., net profit margin, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).

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The financial performance over the observed period demonstrates notable volatility, with significant fluctuations in profitability and sales volumes. The net earnings attributable to the corporation show pronounced swings, including periods of substantial profit as well as sizeable losses. For example, net earnings peaked notably in 2008 and again in 2021, reaching values of 2,112 million USD and 4,174 million USD, respectively. Conversely, the years 2009, 2015, and 2016 experienced substantial losses, exceeding 1,600 million USD in two of those years.

Net sales experienced a general uptrend in the early years, escalating from approximately 14,039 million USD in 2005 to a peak of 23,754 million USD in 2008. However, this was followed by a sharp decline in 2009, likely reflecting broader economic challenges, dropping to 11,048 million USD. Post-2009, sales exhibited a recovery trend but remained volatile, with figures oscillating between roughly 9,700 million USD and 20,000 million USD. The latest years show higher sales values, with 2021 and 2022 reporting approximately 20,275 million USD and 21,065 million USD, respectively, suggesting a recovery or growth phase.

Analyzing the net profit margin reveals considerable instability aligned with the trends seen in net earnings. There are several years with negative margins, notably in 2009 (-12.68%), 2015 (-14.19%), and 2020 (-11.96%), indicating periods of low profitability or losses despite varying sales levels. Positive margins are evident in years such as 2006 (8.74%), 2018 (7.86%), 2021 (20.59%), and 2022 (11.98%), with the margin in 2021 being especially high, consistent with the peak in net earnings for that year. This suggests improved operational efficiency or favorable market conditions during those periods.

Overall, the data reflects a cyclical pattern with pronounced peaks and troughs in both earnings and sales, indicative of a possibly cyclical industry or exposure to fluctuating market factors. Profitability margins correspond closely to these cycles, with numerous years presenting challenges in maintaining positive earnings despite relatively substantial sales volumes. Recent years indicate a strengthening financial position as seen from improved sales and strong net profit margins.

Comparison to Competitors

United States Steel Corp., net profit margin, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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United States Steel Corp. Freeport-McMoRan Inc.
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).

Comparison to Industry (Materials)

United States Steel Corp., net profit margin, long-term trends, comparison to industry (materials)

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United States Steel Corp. Materials
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).