What Is Friedman Industries Inc. (FRD) Worth in 2026?
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Friedman Industries Inc.'s intrinsic value is estimated at $34.02, presenting a divided outlook at the current price of $34.51. With an average implied return of -1.4% across a split 4–7 (bull–bear) consensus, the model spread of +355.0% underscores analytical uncertainty. Notably, First Chicago sees the most upside at +259.7% (fair value: $124.12), while RCMH-DCF is the most conservative at -95.3% ($1.62). The spread between these extremes — +355.0% — reveals how different analytical frameworks can reach starkly different conclusions.
What Do the Models Say About FRD?
13 of 13 models are currently active for FRD. Of these, 4 models suggest upside while 9 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates FRD's intrinsic value at $23.34, implying -32.4% downside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →
How Does FRD Rank in Steel Works, Blast Furnaces & Rolling & Finishing Mills?
Among 6 Steel Works, Blast Furnaces & Rolling & Finishing Mills stocks, FRD ranks #4 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 8.6/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 8.6 places FRD in the top tier.
The Steel Works, Blast Furnaces & Rolling & Finishing Mills sector introduces analytical considerations specific to manufacturing company businesses. For Friedman Industries Inc., metrics like aftermarket revenue mix provide important context that general-purpose valuation models may underweight.
Is FRD a Value Trap?
CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns FRD a score of 16/100 (SAFE). This indicates minimal risk. Fundamentals are healthy. The score cross-references apparent undervaluation against fundamental deterioration signals. Browse lowest value-trap stocks →
Multi-Model Methodology
13 of 13 models are active for Friedman Industries Inc.. Broad coverage provides high confidence. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →
According to the CirclFi Quality of Company (QOC) framework, Friedman Industries Inc. earns a quality score of 8.6/10. This robust rating reflects the company's standing across 32 fundamental signals spanning profitability, growth consistency, balance sheet strength, and capital allocation efficiency.
The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +355.0% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →
Data Sources & Confidence
Every FRD valuation is built from SEC EDGAR XBRL filings — 700+ standardized financial tags. Macroeconomic context from FRED calibrates discount rates, while GDELT news sentiment feeds into our Sentiment SOTP model. All pipelines run daily. Read the complete data methodology →
Across FRD's 13 active models, average confidence is 44%. Lower confidence may reflect limited history or high volatility.
CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →
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