Russel Metals Inc. (RUS) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, Russel Metals Inc. (RUS) has net assets worth CA$1.59 Billion CAD (≈ $1.15 Billion USD) as of December 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (CA$2.68 Billion ≈ $1.94 Billion USD) and total liabilities (CA$1.10 Billion ≈ $792.61 Million USD). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off. Check RUS asset resilience ratio to evaluate the company's liquid asset resilience ratio.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | CA$1.59 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 59.19% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 5.37% |
| 5-Year Change | 27.29% |
| 10-Year Change | 92.52% |
| Growth Volatility | 20.59 |
Russel Metals Inc. - Net Assets Trend (1993–2025)
This chart illustrates how Russel Metals Inc.'s net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Also explore RUS total assets for the complete picture of this company's asset base.
Annual Net Assets for Russel Metals Inc. (1993–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Russel Metals Inc. from 1993 to 2025. For live valuation and market cap data, see market value of Russel Metals Inc..
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | CA$1.59 Billion ≈ $1.15 Billion |
-4.19% |
| 2024-12-31 | CA$1.66 Billion ≈ $1.20 Billion |
+1.13% |
| 2023-12-31 | CA$1.64 Billion ≈ $1.19 Billion |
+5.17% |
| 2022-12-31 | CA$1.56 Billion ≈ $1.13 Billion |
+24.91% |
| 2021-12-31 | CA$1.25 Billion ≈ $903.00 Million |
+44.36% |
| 2020-12-31 | CA$864.70 Million ≈ $625.51 Million |
-8.46% |
| 2019-12-31 | CA$944.60 Million ≈ $683.31 Million |
-6.00% |
| 2018-12-31 | CA$1.00 Billion ≈ $726.93 Million |
+21.54% |
| 2017-12-31 | CA$826.80 Million ≈ $598.09 Million |
+0.18% |
| 2016-12-31 | CA$825.30 Million ≈ $597.01 Million |
-5.02% |
| 2015-12-31 | CA$868.90 Million ≈ $628.55 Million |
-9.96% |
| 2014-12-31 | CA$965.00 Million ≈ $698.07 Million |
+9.36% |
| 2013-12-31 | CA$882.40 Million ≈ $638.31 Million |
+6.39% |
| 2012-12-31 | CA$829.40 Million ≈ $599.98 Million |
+1.22% |
| 2011-12-31 | CA$819.40 Million ≈ $592.74 Million |
+2.67% |
| 2010-12-31 | CA$798.10 Million ≈ $577.33 Million |
+0.62% |
| 2009-12-31 | CA$793.20 Million ≈ $573.79 Million |
-19.07% |
| 2008-12-31 | CA$980.10 Million ≈ $708.99 Million |
+10.90% |
| 2007-12-31 | CA$883.80 Million ≈ $639.33 Million |
-1.21% |
| 2006-12-31 | CA$894.60 Million ≈ $647.14 Million |
+66.07% |
| 2005-12-31 | CA$538.70 Million ≈ $389.69 Million |
+17.99% |
| 2004-12-31 | CA$456.57 Million ≈ $330.28 Million |
+60.86% |
| 2003-12-31 | CA$283.84 Million ≈ $205.33 Million |
+12.44% |
| 2002-12-31 | CA$252.44 Million ≈ $182.61 Million |
+2.32% |
| 2001-12-31 | CA$246.72 Million ≈ $178.47 Million |
-0.54% |
| 2000-12-31 | CA$248.06 Million ≈ $179.44 Million |
-2.46% |
| 1999-12-31 | CA$254.30 Million ≈ $183.96 Million |
-17.86% |
| 1998-12-31 | CA$309.60 Million ≈ $223.96 Million |
+12.38% |
| 1997-12-31 | CA$275.50 Million ≈ $199.29 Million |
+11.54% |
| 1996-12-31 | CA$247.00 Million ≈ $178.68 Million |
-36.19% |
| 1995-12-31 | CA$387.10 Million ≈ $280.02 Million |
+1.28% |
| 1994-12-31 | CA$382.20 Million ≈ $276.48 Million |
+28.38% |
| 1993-12-31 | CA$297.70 Million ≈ $215.35 Million |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Russel Metals Inc.'s total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 92690000000.0% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | CA$919.70 Million | 57.88% |
| Common Stock | CA$509.40 Million | 32.06% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | CA$149.90 Million | 9.43% |
| Other Components | CA$9.90 Million | 0.62% |
| Total Equity | CA$1.59 Billion | 100.00% |
Russel Metals Inc. Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Russel Metals Inc. ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Organon & Co
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$2.11 Billion |
|
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$2.11 Billion |
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$2.11 Billion |
|
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$2.11 Billion |
|
Elekta AB (publ)
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$2.10 Billion |
|
AUB Group Ltd
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|
$2.10 Billion |
|
Shandong Dawn Polymer Co Ltd
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$2.10 Billion |
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Societatea Energetica Electrica SA
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Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Russel Metals Inc.'s equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 1,658,400,000 to 1,588,900,000, a change of -69,500,000 (-4.2%).
- Net income of 168,800,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 95,900,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Share repurchases of 87,300,000 reduced equity.
- New share issuances of 300,000 increased equity.
- Other comprehensive income decreased equity by 51,700,000.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | CA$168.80 Million | +10.62% |
| Dividends Paid | CA$95.90 Million | -6.04% |
| Share Repurchases | CA$87.30 Million | -5.49% |
| Share Issuances | CA$300.00K | +0.02% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | CA$-51.70 Million | -3.25% |
| Other Changes | CA$-3.70 Million | -0.23% |
| Total Change | CA$- | -4.19% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Russel Metals Inc.'s book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 1.87x
- The company is trading above its book value, indicating the market recognizes value beyond its reported assets.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 4.99x to 1.87x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993-12-31 | CA$10.58 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 1994-12-31 | CA$6.97 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 1995-12-31 | CA$6.67 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 1996-12-31 | CA$4.95 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 1997-12-31 | CA$4.40 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 1998-12-31 | CA$5.16 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 1999-12-31 | CA$4.75 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2000-12-31 | CA$6.04 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2001-12-31 | CA$6.50 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2002-12-31 | CA$6.36 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2003-12-31 | CA$6.81 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2004-12-31 | CA$9.17 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2005-12-31 | CA$10.56 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2006-12-31 | CA$14.83 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2007-12-31 | CA$13.97 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2008-12-31 | CA$15.67 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2009-12-31 | CA$13.28 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2010-12-31 | CA$13.34 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2011-12-31 | CA$12.24 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2012-12-31 | CA$12.35 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | CA$14.47 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | CA$14.14 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | CA$14.08 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | CA$13.30 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | CA$13.35 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | CA$16.17 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | CA$15.19 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | CA$13.90 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | CA$19.89 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | CA$24.77 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | CA$26.64 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | CA$28.16 | CA$52.83 | x |
| 2025-12-31 | CA$28.30 | CA$52.83 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Russel Metals Inc. utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 10.62%
- The company shows good efficiency in utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 3.64%
- • Asset Turnover: 1.73x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.69x
- Recent ROE (10.62%) is above the historical average (9.84%), indicating improving capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | -0.27% | -0.06% | 1.68x | 2.83x | CA$-30.57 Million |
| 1994 | -2.30% | -0.66% | 1.45x | 2.41x | CA$-47.02 Million |
| 1995 | 1.89% | 0.49% | 1.85x | 2.08x | CA$-31.41 Million |
| 1996 | -47.98% | -8.19% | 2.04x | 2.87x | CA$-143.20 Million |
| 1997 | 11.07% | 1.83% | 2.19x | 2.77x | CA$2.95 Million |
| 1998 | 12.95% | 2.25% | 2.43x | 2.37x | CA$9.14 Million |
| 1999 | 16.48% | 2.96% | 2.16x | 2.58x | CA$16.47 Million |
| 2000 | 9.63% | 1.56% | 2.20x | 2.80x | CA$-905.50K |
| 2001 | 3.49% | 0.61% | 2.20x | 2.58x | CA$-16.06 Million |
| 2002 | 11.58% | 2.08% | 2.02x | 2.76x | CA$3.99 Million |
| 2003 | 6.52% | 1.22% | 1.92x | 2.79x | CA$-9.89 Million |
| 2004 | 38.95% | 7.35% | 2.11x | 2.51x | CA$132.19 Million |
| 2005 | 23.15% | 4.77% | 2.39x | 2.03x | CA$70.85 Million |
| 2006 | 17.74% | 5.90% | 1.89x | 1.59x | CA$69.24 Million |
| 2007 | 12.58% | 4.35% | 1.82x | 1.59x | CA$22.82 Million |
| 2008 | 23.31% | 6.79% | 1.92x | 1.79x | CA$130.49 Million |
| 2009 | -11.60% | -4.67% | 1.37x | 1.81x | CA$-171.32 Million |
| 2010 | 8.73% | 3.20% | 1.51x | 1.80x | CA$-10.11 Million |
| 2011 | 14.44% | 4.39% | 1.75x | 1.88x | CA$36.36 Million |
| 2012 | 11.93% | 3.29% | 1.67x | 2.17x | CA$16.00 Million |
| 2013 | 9.44% | 2.61% | 1.75x | 2.06x | CA$-4.90 Million |
| 2014 | 12.80% | 3.19% | 1.89x | 2.12x | CA$27.00 Million |
| 2015 | -10.08% | -2.82% | 1.94x | 1.85x | CA$-174.49 Million |
| 2016 | 7.61% | 2.44% | 1.71x | 1.83x | CA$-19.73 Million |
| 2017 | 14.97% | 3.76% | 1.87x | 2.13x | CA$41.12 Million |
| 2018 | 21.79% | 5.26% | 1.96x | 2.12x | CA$118.51 Million |
| 2019 | 8.11% | 2.08% | 1.91x | 2.04x | CA$-17.86 Million |
| 2020 | 2.83% | 0.91% | 1.68x | 1.85x | CA$-61.97 Million |
| 2021 | 34.62% | 10.27% | 1.82x | 1.85x | CA$307.37 Million |
| 2022 | 23.85% | 7.33% | 2.02x | 1.61x | CA$215.97 Million |
| 2023 | 16.26% | 5.92% | 1.75x | 1.57x | CA$102.71 Million |
| 2024 | 9.71% | 3.78% | 1.82x | 1.42x | CA$-4.84 Million |
| 2025 | 10.62% | 3.64% | 1.73x | 1.69x | CA$9.91 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Russel Metals Inc.'s net assets metrics with peer companies in the Industrial Distribution industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Industrial Distribution
- Average net assets among peers: $407,507,400
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 14.81%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russel Metals Inc. (RUS) | CA$1.59 Billion | -0.27% | 0.69x | $2.10 Billion |
| Doman Building Materials Group Ltd (DBM) | $123.52 Million | -0.55% | 0.92x | $650.38 Million |
| Finning International Inc. (FTT) | $1.34 Billion | 19.28% | 2.04x | $9.41 Billion |
| Taiga Building Products Ltd. (TBL) | $-82.97 Million | 0.00% | 0.00x | $288.92 Million |
| Toromont Industries Ltd. (TIH) | $155.80 Million | 39.02% | 1.79x | $12.80 Billion |
| Wajax Corporation (WJX) | $496.24 Million | 16.32% | 1.97x | $539.71 Million |
About Russel Metals Inc.
Russel Metals Inc. engages in the distribution of steel and other metal products in Canada and the United States. The company operates through Metals Service Centers, Energy Field Stores, and Steel Distribution segments. The Metal Service Centers segment operates a network of metals service centers, which provide metal products in various sizes, shapes, and specifications, including carbon hot ro… Read more