GURU.Markets stock price, segment price, and overall market index valuation
The company's share price Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. Its stock price is cyclical and directly correlates with activity in nonresidential construction, such as bridges, parking lots, and commercial buildings.
Share prices of companies in the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. The company is a barometer of construction activity, which is why we classified it in the Ferrous Metals segment. The chart below reflects the overall dynamics of this fundamental economic sector.
Broad Market Index - GURU.Markets
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. As a key player in the construction sector, the company is included in the GURU.Markets index. The chart below shows how its stock performs relative to the overall market.
Change in the price of a company, segment, and market as a whole per day
IIIN - Daily change in the company's share price Insteel Industries
The daily fluctuations of Insteel, a steel rebar manufacturer, reflect the state of the construction market. Change_co measures the high volatility inherent in the construction materials sector. At System.GURU.Markets, this indicator is used in formulas to assess sensitivity to construction cycles.
Daily change in the price of a set of shares in a market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries, Inc. is the largest manufacturer of steel rebar in the United States. This chart highlights the high volatility of the construction sector. Comparison with the dynamics of the IIIN, which is directly dependent on construction volumes, makes it a barometer of the real estate market.
Daily change in the price of a broad market stock, index - GURU.Markets
Insteel is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. Its business is highly cyclical and dependent on the state of the construction sector. The chart below shows the overall market volatility, which largely follows these same cycles.
Dynamics of market capitalization of the company, segment and the market as a whole over 12 months
Annual dynamics of the company's market capitalization Insteel Industries
Insteel is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. Its year-over-year performance is an accurate barometer of the construction sector. The chart below tells the story of this cyclical yet fundamental business.
Annual dynamics of market capitalization of the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries, Inc. is the largest U.S. manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire used to strengthen concrete. Its business is highly cyclical and directly dependent on nonresidential construction activity. The chart clearly demonstrates this strong sensitivity to investment cycles in construction.
Annual dynamics of market capitalization of broad market stocks, index - GURU.Markets
Insteel, a steel rebar producer, is a pure bet on non-residential construction. Its stock price is closely tied to cycles in warehouse, bridge, and commercial building construction. The company's stock price is a barometer of the health of the construction sector, one of the key drivers of the economy.
Dynamics of market capitalization of the company, segment and the market as a whole for the month
Monthly dynamics of the company's market capitalization Insteel Industries
Insteel, the largest US producer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete. Monthly fluctuations on the chart directly reflect activity in nonresidential construction (bridges, buildings), which is the main consumer of its products. Government infrastructure spending is a significant driver.
Monthly dynamics of market capitalization of the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is one of the largest producers of steel rebar in the United States. Demand for its products is directly dependent on activity in the construction sector, both commercial and infrastructure. The chart below reflects general trends in the steel industry, closely linked to macroeconomic indicators and construction investment.
Monthly dynamics of market capitalization of broad market stocks, index - GURU.Markets
Insteel Industries produces steel rebar for concrete structures. Its business is directly linked to non-residential construction volumes (warehouses, offices, infrastructure). The company's share price is a reliable indicator of activity in the commercial construction sector and overall infrastructure investment.
Dynamics of market capitalization of the company, segment and the market as a whole for the week
Weekly dynamics of the company's market capitalization Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries produces steel rebar for concrete structures. The company's weekly stock price is an indicator of activity in non-residential construction. New construction project data directly impacts short-term stock prices.
Weekly dynamics of market capitalization of the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is a steel rebar manufacturer. Its weekly performance is closely tied to the health of the construction sector. A comparison chart with the construction materials industry will show how closely the company's stock tracks nonresidential construction data and how it compares to its peers.
Weekly dynamics of market capitalization of stocks of the broad market, index - GURU.Markets
Insteel Industries, a steel manufacturer, is a classic cyclical stock. Comparing its weekly performance with the broader market reveals this close relationship. The chart shows how the company's shares outperform the S&P 500 during periods of industrial growth and lag during downturns.
Market capitalization of the company, segment and market as a whole
IIIN - Market capitalization of the company Insteel Industries
The Insteel Industries market capitalization chart is a barometer of nonresidential construction in the US. The company is the largest producer of steel reinforcing mesh for concrete structures. Its dynamics reflect demand for the construction of warehouses, bridges, and other large facilities, making it a proxy for infrastructure investment.
IIIN - Share of the company's market capitalization Insteel Industries within the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. The company's share of the ferrous metals sector reflects its dominant position in this important construction niche. The chart below shows how this leader's shareholder influences cycles in nonresidential construction.
Market capitalization of the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh for concrete structures. The chart below shows the overall market capitalization of the steel industry. Its performance is closely tied to the health of the construction industry, particularly in the non-residential sector, where Insteel's products are primarily used.
Market capitalization of all companies included in a broad market index - GURU.Markets
This shows the backbone of American construction. Insteel Industries is the largest producer of steel reinforcing mesh for concrete structures. Its market capitalization is an accurate barometer of non-residential construction. When bridges, warehouses, and factories are built, Insteel's market capitalization rises.
Book value capitalization of the company, segment and market as a whole
IIIN - Book value capitalization of the company Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries' book value is derived from its factories producing steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. This is a highly tangible and cyclical business. The chart shows how the value of these industrial assets fluctuates depending on demand in the construction industry and the company's investments in production efficiency.
IIIN - Share of the company's book capitalization Insteel Industries within the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh in the United States. The company's strength lies in its highly efficient factories, strategically located throughout the country. The chart shows its dominant share of the physical production infrastructure required for concrete reinforcement in construction.
Market segment balance sheet capitalization - Metal black
Steel production, like Insteel's, is a classic "heavy" industrial business. Owning reinforcing mesh factories makes the company a capital-intensive player compared to its construction sector assets.
Book value of all companies included in the broad market index - GURU.Markets
Insteel Industries' book value represents the largest US plants producing steel reinforcing wire, used to strengthen concrete in construction. The company's assets are the actual production facilities that produce this fundamental building material. The chart shows the physical weight of this industry leader.
The ratio of market capitalization to book capitalization of a company, segment, and the market as a whole
Market capitalization to book capitalization ratio - Insteel Industries
Insteel, a steel rebar manufacturer, is valued at a premium to its plants. Investors appreciate its dominant position in the US market and the fact that its products are an indispensable component of any major construction and infrastructure project.
Market to book capitalization ratio in a market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire in the United States. It's a cyclical business, dependent on construction volumes. The chart shows how the market valuation of its plants fluctuates with construction activity in the country.
Market to book capitalization ratio for the market as a whole
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh for concrete structures. It is a highly specialized business directly dependent on construction volumes. This metric reflects the market's perception of the company, whose performance serves as a barometer for nonresidential construction and infrastructure projects.
Debts of the company, segment and market as a whole
IIIN - Company debts Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries, one of the largest US producers of steel reinforcing wire, operates in the cyclical construction industry. The company maintains a conservative financial policy with a low debt load, allowing it to weather market downturns with confidence. This chart demonstrates the company's emphasis on financial stability rather than relying on leveraged growth.
Market segment debts - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh for concrete structures. Its products are used in the construction of buildings, roads, and bridges. Demand for its products is cyclical and depends on the state of the construction industry. This chart shows how conservative the company's financial policy is and how it manages its capital at different stages of the construction cycle.
Market debt in general
Debt to book value of the company, segment and market as a whole
The company's debt to book capitalization ratio Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries is one of the largest US manufacturers of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. Steel production requires significant investment in plants and equipment. This chart shows how the company manages its debt, reflecting its financial stability amid the cyclical nature of the construction industry and fluctuating steel prices.
Market segment debt to market segment book capitalization - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. Its business is directly dependent on activity in the construction sector. This chart shows how the company manages its debt in these cyclical conditions. It compares its debt load to the market capitalization of the entire construction materials sector.
Debt to book value of all companies in the market
Insteel Industries is one of the largest manufacturers of steel rebar in the United States. The production of building materials is closely tied to the construction cycle and requires significant investment in its plants. How does the company manage its debt in response to economic conditions? This chart compares its financial policy with overall market debt trends.
P/E of the company, segment and market as a whole
P/E - Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. This chart shows how the company's valuation is affected by activity in the construction sector. Growth in nonresidential construction, such as warehouses and infrastructure projects, directly increases demand for its products.
P/E of the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of welded steel reinforcement mesh for concrete structures. The company's products are used in the construction of roads, bridges, and buildings. This chart shows the average value for the ferrous metals sector, helping to understand the market's perception of this niche yet important player in the construction industry.
P/E of the market as a whole
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. Its business is directly dependent on construction volumes, both commercial and infrastructure. Does its valuation directly reflect the state of the construction industry, or does it also follow general market expectations, as illustrated by this chart?
Future P/E of the company, segment and market as a whole
Future (projected) P/E of the company Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries is the largest US producer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. This chart shows analysts' expectations for future revenue, which are directly dependent on activity in the construction sector, particularly in infrastructure and non-residential projects. Steel prices and construction demand are key factors.
Future (projected) P/E of the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures in the United States. Demand for its products is directly linked to activity in the construction sector. The chart shows average expectations for the steel industry, allowing one to assess how Insteel's forecasts relate to overall trends in commercial and infrastructure construction.
Future (projected) P/E of the market as a whole
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. Demand for its products is directly dependent on activity in the construction sector. This graph of general economic expectations is a good indicator of future construction volumes, both commercial and infrastructure.
Profit of the company, segment and market as a whole
Company profit Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire in the United States, used in construction. The company's profits are closely tied to activity in the construction sector. This chart shows how nonresidential building, road, and bridge construction volumes directly translate into the company's financial results.
Profit of companies in the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest producer of steel reinforcing wire in the US, used to strengthen concrete. This graph, showing the profitability of the steel sector, is closely linked to construction activity. Demand for their products is directly dependent on the volume of infrastructure, commercial, and residential construction, making them a barometer of the construction sector.
Overall market profit
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh in the United States, used in construction. Demand for its products is a direct barometer of construction activity. This corporate earnings chart reflects the overall health of the business, which drives investment in new commercial and infrastructure projects, directly increasing orders for Insteel.
Future (predicted) profit of the company, segment and market as a whole
Future (projected) profit of the company Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures in the United States. Demand for its products is directly linked to activity in the construction sector. This chart shows analyst expectations for nonresidential construction volumes, a key driver of the company's revenue and profitability.
Future (predicted) profit of companies in the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh in the United States. Demand for its products is closely tied to nonresidential construction activity. The projected profitability for the entire building materials sector, shown in the graph, serves as a leading indicator for investments in commercial real estate and infrastructure projects, which are the core of Insteel's business.
Future (predicted) profit of the market as a whole
Insteel Industries, a manufacturer of steel reinforcement for concrete structures, is entirely dependent on construction activity. This graph, reflecting economic profit expectations, is a leading indicator for the construction sector. A rising forecast foreshadows new projects and strong demand for the company's products.
P/S of the company, segment and market as a whole
P/S - Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. This chart shows how investors value the company's revenue, which is closely tied to construction activity. It serves as an indicator of the state of nonresidential construction and infrastructure projects in the country, reflecting economic cycles.
P/S market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest US producer of steel reinforcing wire, used to strengthen concrete. The company's revenue is directly tied to activity in the construction sector. This chart shows the average valuation for steel product manufacturers, helping to understand how investors value Insteel's business depending on the construction cycle.
P/S of the market as a whole
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. Its products are the foundation of any construction project. This chart, showing average market revenue estimates, allows investors to understand the valuation of a core industrial business directly related to infrastructure and construction projects in the country.
Future P/S of the company, segment and market as a whole
Future (projected) P/S of the company Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. Demand for its products is directly linked to nonresidential construction volumes (bridges, warehouses, buildings). This chart reflects investor expectations for future construction and infrastructure projects, which drive the company's revenue.
Future (projected) P/S of the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of welded steel reinforcement mesh for concrete structures in the United States. The company's products are widely used in the construction of buildings, roads, and bridges. This chart shows the average estimated future sales in the ferrous metals and building materials sectors. It compares Insteel's expectations with overall trends in the construction industry.
Future (projected) P/S of the market as a whole
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh for concrete structures. This chart reflects overall investor sentiment. Demand for Insteel products is directly linked to activity in the construction sector, from roads and bridges to commercial buildings. Its sales dynamics serve as a reliable indicator of the state of the national construction industry.
Sales of the company, segment and market as a whole
Company sales Insteel Industries
This chart shows sales of Insteel Industries, the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. The company's revenue is directly linked to activity in the construction sector, particularly nonresidential construction. The chart's dynamics serve as a barometer of the state of commercial and infrastructure construction in the country.
Sales of companies in the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures in the United States. This chart reflects the dynamics of the construction and metallurgy sectors. The company's products are a fundamental component in the construction of bridges, buildings, and roads, so its sales volumes serve as an accurate indicator of activity in the country's construction industry.
Overall market sales
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh in the United States. Demand for its products is directly linked to construction volumes, particularly nonresidential. This total revenue chart reflects the state of the construction industry and the economy as a whole, which is a key driver for Insteel's business.
Future sales volume of the company, segment and market as a whole
Future (projected) sales of the company Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. The company's future revenue depends on activity in the construction sector, both commercial and infrastructure. The chart shows analysts' forecasts for construction volumes in the country.
Future (projected) sales of companies in the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh for concrete structures. Demand for its products is directly linked to nonresidential construction activity, including warehouses, bridges, and infrastructure projects. This chart reflects the forecast for the construction sector, and any infrastructure investments directly impact Insteel's order volumes.
Future (projected) sales of the market as a whole
Insteel Industries is the largest producer of steel rebar in the United States. Demand for its products is directly linked to the volume of nonresidential building, road, and bridge construction. This chart shows overall business activity, and the tonnage of rebar sold by Insteel is an accurate indicator of the state of commercial and infrastructure construction in the country.
Marginality of the company, segment and market as a whole
Company marginality Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries is the largest producer of steel reinforcing wire in the United States, used in construction. Its profitability is directly dependent on construction activity and steel prices. This chart shows how the company transforms raw metal into value-added products, reflecting the pulse of the construction industry.
Market segment marginality - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh for concrete structures. The company's profitability is directly dependent on nonresidential construction activity and the price of steel wire rod (the company's primary raw material). This chart shows its operating efficiency. A comparison with other metal product manufacturers reveals their leadership in their niche.
Market marginality as a whole
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. Their products are used in the construction of roads, bridges, buildings, and other infrastructure. This overall profitability chart is an indicator of their readiness for major investment projects. Economic growth and business profitability stimulate both private and public construction.
Employees in the company, segment and market as a whole
Number of employees in the company Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete in the United States. Its workforce is concentrated in its manufacturing facilities. This chart directly reflects production volumes, which, in turn, depend on activity in the nonresidential construction sector nationwide.
Share of the company's employees Insteel Industries within the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. The graph below reflects the company's production scale. It shows the share of its metalworking workforce employed at its plants. This directly reflects its ability to meet demand from the construction industry.
Number of employees in the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of welded steel reinforcement mesh for concrete structures in the United States. This chart illustrates employment trends in the metal building materials sector. The company's employment growth directly correlates with nonresidential construction volumes, such as roads, bridges, and commercial buildings, which is an indicator of infrastructure investment.
Number of employees in the market as a whole
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. The company's products are used in the construction of roads, bridges, and buildings. Demand for these products is directly linked to construction volumes. This chart shows how construction industry suppliers are a leading indicator of the overall economy and labor market.
Market capitalization per employee (in thousands of dollars) of the company, segment, and market as a whole
Market capitalization per employee (in thousands of dollars) of the company Insteel Industries (IIIN)
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh in the United States. This chart illustrates the capital intensity of metalworking. The company's value lies in its factories and highly automated welding and wire processing equipment. The chart shows the market value per employee of these production facilities, which require a relatively small number of operators.
Market capitalization per employee (in thousands of dollars) in the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire in the United States. Production requires significant capital investment in plants and equipment. This chart shows how the market evaluates the efficiency of these production assets per employee, reflecting the degree of automation and productivity in the metals industry.
Market capitalization per employee (in thousands of dollars) for the overall market
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. This chart shows how the market evaluates the efficiency of a highly specialized industrial company. It reflects the level of automation at its plants and the company's ability to be a low-cost manufacturer in its niche.
Profit per employee (in thousands of dollars) for the company, segment, and market as a whole
Profit per employee (in thousands of dollars) of the company Insteel Industries (IIIN)
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel wire mesh used to strengthen concrete. It's a recycling company. This graph shows the "spread" margin: their profit depends on the price difference between the raw material (steel rod) and the finished product, as well as the efficiency of their automated welding lines.
Profit per employee (in thousands of dollars) in the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries (IIIN) is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh (for concrete) in the United States. It is a downstream manufacturing business. Its profitability depends on the "spread"βthe difference between the price of steel wire rod (raw material) and the price of finished mesh. This metric reflects the efficiency of its factories.
Profit per employee (in thousands of dollars) for the market as a whole
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh (for concrete structures) in the US. It's a B2B company, dependent on the construction cycle. This chart shows the operating efficiency of their plants. Profit per employee depends on the margin (the spread between the price of wire rod and mesh) and the level of automation.
Sales to employees of the company, segment and market as a whole
Sales per company employee Insteel Industries (IIIN)
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing wire for concrete structures. This chart shows the productivity of its plants. The increase in revenue per employee is directly related to activity in the construction sector, as well as to the efficiency of production processes and automation, which allows for greater output.
Sales per employee in the market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries produces steel reinforcement mesh, a key component in concrete construction. This chart measures the productivity of their plants. It shows how much revenue each employee generates from rebar sales, allowing them to compare their operational efficiency with other ferrous metal manufacturers.
Sales per employee for the market as a whole
Insteel Industries (IIIN) is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh for concrete structures. It is a highly specialized metallurgical company. Its business is cyclical and dependent on construction volumes. This chart shows how efficiently the company manages its automated production lines and personnel to process steel into finished products.
Short shares by company, segment and market as a whole
Shares shorted by company Insteel Industries (IIIN)
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh for concrete structures. Its business is directly linked to construction activity. This chart shows bearish bets. Bears are likely expecting a slowdown in non-residential construction (offices, warehouses) due to high interest rates and a generally cooling economy.
Shares shorted by market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries is the largest US producer of steel reinforcing mesh (wire), used to reinforce concrete in construction. This chart shows bearish bets. "Shorts" here are a direct bet on a decline in nonresidential construction (warehouses, factories, bridges), which will reduce demand for their products.
Shares shorted by the overall market
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh for concrete. This business is directly dependent on construction volumes. When fear increases on this chart, it reflects expectations of an economic downturn. A downturn means a freeze in construction, which immediately impacts demand for IIIN products.
RSI 14 indicator for a company, segment, and market as a whole
The company's RSI 14 indicator Insteel Industries (IIIN)
Insteel Industries produces steel reinforcing wire for construction. The business is heavily dependent on the construction sector. This chart above 70 may reflect a construction boom. Oversold territory (<30) is often associated with rising rates and fears of a sharp decline in demand due to construction freezes.
RSI 14 Market Segment - Metal black
Insteel (IIIN) is "reinforcement" for concrete. They produce *steel wire mesh*, which reinforces foundations, roads, and bridges. RSI_14_Seg for "Black Metal" is a barometer of industrial activity. It reveals whether IIIN's growth is a niche market or whether the entire steel sector is overheated.
RSI 14 for the overall market
Insteel (IIIN), a steel rebar manufacturer. This chart is a barometer of construction. During periods of euphoria (construction boom), demand for rebar is enormous. During moments of panic and recession, construction is the first to "freeze," and demand for IIIN products falls.
Analyst consensus forecast for the company's share price, the segment, and the market as a whole
Analyst consensus stock price forecast IIIN (Insteel Industries)
Insteel Industries (IIIN) is the largest US manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh (wire) for concrete structures. This product is used in the construction of roads, bridges, and foundations. This chart shows the average analyst forecast. Their target prices are influenced by infrastructure spending and nonresidential construction activity, as well as steel wire rod prices.
The difference between the consensus estimate and the actual stock price IIIN (Insteel Industries)
Insteel Industries (IIIN) is the largest US producer of steel reinforcing mesh, which forms the backbone of concrete in foundations, roads, and bridges. This chart is a bet on infrastructure. It measures the gap between the price and the consensus target, reflecting the potential analysts see in infrastructure spending and construction.
Analyst consensus forecast for stock prices by market segment - Metal black
Insteel Industries (IIIN) is the largest US manufacturer of steel wire mesh reinforcement, which forms the backbone of concrete structures (roads, foundations). This chart shows general expectations for the ferrous metals sector. It reflects whether experts believe infrastructure construction will grow in the US.
Analysts' consensus forecast for the overall market share price
Insteel Industries (IIIN) is the largest US manufacturer of reinforcing steel wire. This material forms the backbone of concrete and is used in foundations, bridges, and nonresidential construction. This chart shows economic expectations and serves as a barometer of activity in commercial and infrastructure construction (nonresidential).
AKIMA index of the company, segment and market as a whole
AKiMA Company Index Insteel Industries
Insteel Industries is the largest manufacturer of steel reinforcing mesh in the United States. It's a critical component for non-residential construction, including foundations, bridges, and roads. Their business is all about spreads. This chart is a barometer of their margins. It likely reflects their ability to manage the price differential between raw materials (wire rod) and their finished products, as well as demand in the construction sector.
AKIMA Market Segment Index - Metal black
Insteel (IIIN) is the largest U.S. manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing, a critical component for concrete reinforcement in construction. This composite metric evaluates companies. The chart shows the sector average. This benchmark: how does this niche (and hypercyclical) model (IIIN) differentiate itself from the average steelmaker?
The AKIM Index for the overall market
Insteel Industries is the largest US manufacturer of steel wire reinforcement for concrete. It is the backbone of infrastructure. This chart, reflecting the market average, provides a macro backdrop. It helps assess how IIIN, a barometer of construction activity (nonresidential and infrastructure), compares to the overall macroeconomic situation.