Steel Dynamics Inc (STLD) - Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency
Based on the latest financial reports, Steel Dynamics Inc (STLD) has a cash flow conversion efficiency ratio of 0.016x as of March 2026. Cash flow conversion efficiency measures how effectively a company's net assets (equity) generate operating cash flow. It is calculated by dividing operating cash flow ($148.32 Million) by net assets ($9.13 Billion). A higher ratio indicates that the company is more efficient at using its equity to generate cash flow from its core operations. See Steel Dynamics Inc net asset quality index to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.
Steel Dynamics Inc - Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency Trend (1995–2025)
This chart illustrates how Steel Dynamics Inc's cash flow conversion efficiency has evolved over time, based on yearly financial data. Check STLD cash flow quality score to evaluate the quality of earnings relative to operating cash generation.
Steel Dynamics Inc Competitors by Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency
The table below lists competitors of Steel Dynamics Inc ranked by their cash flow conversion efficiency.
| Company | Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency |
|---|---|
|
PTT Public Company Limited
BK:PTT
|
0.055x |
|
Zoetis Inc
NYSE:ZTS
|
0.174x |
|
JD.com Inc Adr
F:013A
|
0.071x |
|
Saab AB (publ)
ST:SAAB-B
|
0.194x |
|
Naspers Limited
F:NNWN
|
N/A |
|
KERING.UNSP.ADR 1/10 EO 4
F:PPXB
|
N/A |
|
Ubiquiti Networks Inc
NYSE:UI
|
0.260x |
|
Bank of Communications Co. Ltd
F:C4C
|
0.092x |
Annual Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency for Steel Dynamics Inc (1995–2025)
The table below shows the annual cash flow conversion efficiency of Steel Dynamics Inc from 1995 to 2025. For the full company profile with market capitalisation and key ratios, see market cap of Steel Dynamics Inc.
| Year | Net Assets | Operating Cash Flow | Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | $8.93 Billion | $1.45 Billion | 0.162x | -21.28% |
| 2024-12-31 | $8.95 Billion | $1.84 Billion | 0.206x | -48.22% |
| 2023-12-31 | $8.84 Billion | $3.52 Billion | 0.398x | -27.72% |
| 2022-12-31 | $8.10 Billion | $4.46 Billion | 0.551x | +57.98% |
| 2021-12-31 | $6.32 Billion | $2.20 Billion | 0.349x | +53.64% |
| 2020-12-31 | $4.35 Billion | $987.03 Million | 0.227x | -33.92% |
| 2019-12-31 | $4.06 Billion | $1.40 Billion | 0.344x | -5.67% |
| 2018-12-31 | $3.89 Billion | $1.42 Billion | 0.364x | +62.78% |
| 2017-12-31 | $3.31 Billion | $739.61 Million | 0.224x | -24.22% |
| 2016-12-31 | $2.89 Billion | $852.77 Million | 0.295x | -24.06% |
| 2015-12-31 | $2.67 Billion | $1.04 Billion | 0.389x | +83.92% |
| 2014-12-31 | $2.92 Billion | $617.57 Million | 0.211x | +76.87% |
| 2013-12-31 | $2.61 Billion | $312.18 Million | 0.119x | -33.69% |
| 2012-12-31 | $2.48 Billion | $446.30 Million | 0.180x | -12.16% |
| 2011-12-31 | $2.37 Billion | $486.36 Million | 0.205x | +158.24% |
| 2010-12-31 | $2.13 Billion | $169.31 Million | 0.079x | -64.28% |
| 2009-12-31 | $2.00 Billion | $445.56 Million | 0.222x | -53.17% |
| 2008-12-31 | $1.63 Billion | $775.30 Million | 0.475x | +70.85% |
| 2007-12-31 | $1.54 Billion | $428.20 Million | 0.278x | -15.38% |
| 2006-12-31 | $1.23 Billion | $404.95 Million | 0.329x | -6.86% |
| 2005-12-31 | $880.99 Million | $310.76 Million | 0.353x | +20.88% |
| 2004-12-31 | $849.59 Million | $247.92 Million | 0.292x | +34.43% |
| 2003-12-31 | $587.85 Million | $127.61 Million | 0.217x | -0.68% |
| 2002-12-31 | $526.29 Million | $115.02 Million | 0.219x | +37.33% |
| 2001-12-31 | $423.34 Million | $67.37 Million | 0.159x | -34.53% |
| 2000-12-31 | $422.87 Million | $102.79 Million | 0.243x | -16.74% |
| 1999-12-31 | $393.20 Million | $114.80 Million | 0.292x | +300.60% |
| 1998-12-31 | $351.10 Million | $-51.10 Million | -0.146x | -157.33% |
| 1997-12-31 | $337.60 Million | $85.70 Million | 0.254x | +230.17% |
| 1996-12-31 | $264.60 Million | $-51.60 Million | -0.195x | +35.34% |
| 1995-12-31 | $63.00 Million | $-19.00 Million | -0.302x | -- |
About Steel Dynamics Inc
Steel Dynamics, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a steel producer and metal recycler in the United States. It operates through four segments: Steel Operations, Metals Recycling Operations, Steel Fabrication Operations, and Aluminum Operations. The Steel Operations segment offers hot rolled, cold rolled, and coated steel products; parallel flange beams and channel sections, large … Read more