INSTEEL INDUSTRIES INC (IIIN) Stock Fundamental Analysis
USA • New York Stock Exchange • NYSE:IIIN • US45774W1080
36.06 USD
+0.92 (+2.62%)
At close: Feb 4, 2026
36.06 USD
0 (0%)
After Hours: 2/4/2026, 7:28:50 PM
Overall IIIN gets a fundamental rating of 7 out of 10. We evaluated IIIN against 42 industry peers in the Building Products industry. IIIN has an excellent financial health rating, but there are some minor concerns on its profitability. IIIN is growing strongly while it is still valued neutral. This is a good combination! These ratings could make IIIN a good candidate for growth investing.
1. Profitability
1.1 Basic Checks
- In the past year IIIN was profitable.
- In the past year IIIN had a positive cash flow from operations.
- Each year in the past 5 years IIIN has been profitable.
- Each year in the past 5 years IIIN had a positive operating cash flow.
1.2 Ratios
- IIIN has a Return On Assets of 10.42%. This is in the better half of the industry: IIIN outperforms 69.05% of its industry peers.
- IIIN has a Return On Equity (13.25%) which is in line with its industry peers.
- The Return On Invested Capital of IIIN (12.34%) is better than 66.67% of its industry peers.
- IIIN had an Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years of 7.02%. This is significantly below the industry average of 12.36%.
- The last Return On Invested Capital (12.34%) for IIIN is above the 3 year average (7.02%), which is a sign of increasing profitability.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 10.42% | ||
| ROE | 13.25% | ||
| ROIC | 12.34% |
ROA(3y)6.89%
ROA(5y)12.84%
ROE(3y)8.35%
ROE(5y)15.83%
ROIC(3y)7.02%
ROIC(5y)14.44%
1.3 Margins
- IIIN's Profit Margin of 7.01% is in line compared to the rest of the industry. IIIN outperforms 54.76% of its industry peers.
- In the last couple of years the Profit Margin of IIIN has grown nicely.
- The Operating Margin of IIIN (9.16%) is comparable to the rest of the industry.
- In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of IIIN has grown nicely.
- The Gross Margin of IIIN (15.04%) is worse than 88.10% of its industry peers.
- IIIN's Gross Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 9.16% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 7.01% | ||
| GM | 15.04% |
OM growth 3Y-24.41%
OM growth 5Y10.24%
PM growth 3Y-25.18%
PM growth 5Y9.51%
GM growth 3Y-15.44%
GM growth 5Y4.09%
2. Health
2.1 Basic Checks
- With a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), IIIN is creating some value.
- The number of shares outstanding for IIIN remains at a similar level compared to 1 year ago.
- Compared to 5 years ago, IIIN has more shares outstanding
- IIIN has no outstanding debt. Therefor its Debt/Equity and Debt/FCF ratios are 0 and belong to the best of the industry.
2.2 Solvency
- An Altman-Z score of 7.40 indicates that IIIN is not in any danger for bankruptcy at the moment.
- IIIN has a Altman-Z score of 7.40. This is amongst the best in the industry. IIIN outperforms 88.10% of its industry peers.
- There is no outstanding debt for IIIN. This means it has a Debt/Equity and Debt/FCF ratio of 0 and it is amongst the best of the sector and industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 0 | ||
| Altman-Z | 7.4 |
ROIC/WACC1.35
WACC9.14%
2.3 Liquidity
- IIIN has a Current Ratio of 3.58. This indicates that IIIN is financially healthy and has no problem in meeting its short term obligations.
- The Current ratio of IIIN (3.58) is better than 90.48% of its industry peers.
- IIIN has a Quick Ratio of 1.19. This is a normal value and indicates that IIIN is financially healthy and should not expect problems in meeting its short term obligations.
- Looking at the Quick ratio, with a value of 1.19, IIIN is in line with its industry, outperforming 57.14% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 3.58 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.19 |
3. Growth
3.1 Past
- IIIN shows a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. In the last year, the EPS has been growing by 145.45%, which is quite impressive.
- The Earnings Per Share has been growing by 14.65% on average over the past years. This is quite good.
- The Revenue has grown by 26.19% in the past year. This is a very strong growth!
- Measured over the past years, IIIN shows a small growth in Revenue. The Revenue has been growing by 6.51% on average per year.
EPS 1Y (TTM)145.45%
EPS 3Y-30.85%
EPS 5Y14.65%
EPS Q2Q%550%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)26.19%
Revenue growth 3Y-7.82%
Revenue growth 5Y6.51%
Sales Q2Q%23.28%
3.2 Future
- IIIN is expected to show a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. In the coming years, the EPS will grow by 24.67% yearly.
- Based on estimates for the next years, IIIN will show a quite strong growth in Revenue. The Revenue will grow by 9.07% on average per year.
EPS Next Y32.11%
EPS Next 2Y24.67%
EPS Next 3YN/A
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue Next Year11.36%
Revenue Next 2Y9.07%
Revenue Next 3YN/A
Revenue Next 5YN/A
3.3 Evolution
- When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
- When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
4. Valuation
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
- Based on the Price/Earnings ratio of 14.84, the valuation of IIIN can be described as correct.
- IIIN's Price/Earnings ratio is a bit cheaper when compared to the industry. IIIN is cheaper than 78.57% of the companies in the same industry.
- IIIN is valuated rather cheaply when we compare the Price/Earnings ratio to 28.25, which is the current average of the S&P500 Index.
- Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 11.05, the valuation of IIIN can be described as reasonable.
- Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio, IIIN is valued cheaper than 95.24% of the companies in the same industry.
- IIIN's Price/Forward Earnings ratio indicates a rather cheap valuation when compared to the S&P500 average which is at 27.50.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 14.84 | ||
| Fwd PE | 11.05 |
4.2 Price Multiples
- IIIN's Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio is a bit cheaper when compared to the industry. IIIN is cheaper than 78.57% of the companies in the same industry.
- 71.43% of the companies in the same industry are cheaper than IIIN, based on the Price/Free Cash Flow ratio.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 1595.18 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 8.27 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
- The low PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates a rather cheap valuation of the company.
- The decent profitability rating of IIIN may justify a higher PE ratio.
- A more expensive valuation may be justified as IIIN's earnings are expected to grow with 24.67% in the coming years.
PEG (NY)0.46
PEG (5Y)1.01
EPS Next 2Y24.67%
EPS Next 3YN/A
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
- IIIN has a yearly dividend return of 0.36%, which is pretty low.
- IIIN's Dividend Yield is comparable with the industry average which is at 0.68.
- With a Dividend Yield of 0.36, IIIN pays less dividend than the S&P500 average, which is at 1.82.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.36% |
5.2 History
- On average, the dividend of IIIN grows each year by 56.52%, which is quite nice.
- IIIN has paid a dividend for at least 10 years, which is a reliable track record.
Dividend Growth(5Y)56.52%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years0
5.3 Sustainability
- IIIN pays out 45.71% of its income as dividend. This is a bit on the high side, but may be sustainable.
- The dividend of IIIN is growing, but the earnings are growing slower. This means the dividend growth is not sustainable.
DP45.71%
EPS Next 2Y24.67%
EPS Next 3YN/A
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Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorIndustrials
GICS IndustryGroupCapital Goods
GICS IndustryBuilding Products
Earnings (Last)01-15 2026-01-15/bmo
Earnings (Next)04-15 2026-04-15
Inst Owners83.92%
Inst Owner Change-0.04%
Ins Owners4.11%
Ins Owner Change-0.42%
Market Cap700.29M
Revenue(TTM)677.91M
Net Income(TTM)47.53M
Analysts43.33
Price Target39.78 (10.32%)
Short Float %2.47%
Short Ratio3.1
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.36% |
Yearly Dividend1.12
Dividend Growth(5Y)56.52%
DP45.71%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years0
Ex-DateN/A
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)1
Avg EPS beat(2)1.53%
Min EPS beat(2)-4.41%
Max EPS beat(2)7.48%
EPS beat(4)3
Avg EPS beat(4)31.51%
Min EPS beat(4)-4.41%
Max EPS beat(4)88.82%
EPS beat(8)5
Avg EPS beat(8)12.84%
EPS beat(12)6
Avg EPS beat(12)-0.13%
EPS beat(16)7
Avg EPS beat(16)-1.46%
Revenue beat(2)0
Avg Revenue beat(2)-3.39%
Min Revenue beat(2)-3.87%
Max Revenue beat(2)-2.92%
Revenue beat(4)2
Avg Revenue beat(4)-0.11%
Min Revenue beat(4)-3.87%
Max Revenue beat(4)5.11%
Revenue beat(8)3
Avg Revenue beat(8)-1.94%
Revenue beat(12)3
Avg Revenue beat(12)-4.67%
Revenue beat(16)4
Avg Revenue beat(16)-4.55%
PT rev (1m)0%
PT rev (3m)0%
EPS NQ rev (1m)9.4%
EPS NQ rev (3m)10.34%
EPS NY rev (1m)2.64%
EPS NY rev (3m)1.68%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)-0.88%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)-0.88%
Revenue NY rev (1m)-0.67%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-0.67%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 14.84 | ||
| Fwd PE | 11.05 | ||
| P/S | 1.03 | ||
| P/FCF | 1595.18 | ||
| P/OCF | 93.63 | ||
| P/B | 1.95 | ||
| P/tB | 2.3 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 8.27 |
EPS(TTM)2.43
EY6.74%
EPS(NY)3.26
Fwd EY9.05%
FCF(TTM)0.02
FCFY0.06%
OCF(TTM)0.39
OCFY1.07%
SpS34.91
BVpS18.48
TBVpS15.7
PEG (NY)0.46
PEG (5Y)1.01
Graham Number31.79
Profitability
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 10.42% | ||
| ROE | 13.25% | ||
| ROCE | 16.17% | ||
| ROIC | 12.34% | ||
| ROICexc | 12.86% | ||
| ROICexgc | 15.06% | ||
| OM | 9.16% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 7.01% | ||
| GM | 15.04% | ||
| FCFM | 0.06% |
ROA(3y)6.89%
ROA(5y)12.84%
ROE(3y)8.35%
ROE(5y)15.83%
ROIC(3y)7.02%
ROIC(5y)14.44%
ROICexc(3y)8.96%
ROICexc(5y)18.05%
ROICexgc(3y)9.96%
ROICexgc(5y)19.45%
ROCE(3y)9.2%
ROCE(5y)18.93%
ROICexgc growth 3Y-27.34%
ROICexgc growth 5Y7.69%
ROICexc growth 3Y-30.14%
ROICexc growth 5Y6.07%
OM growth 3Y-24.41%
OM growth 5Y10.24%
PM growth 3Y-25.18%
PM growth 5Y9.51%
GM growth 3Y-15.44%
GM growth 5Y4.09%
F-Score7
Asset Turnover1.49
Health
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 0 | ||
| Debt/EBITDA | 0 | ||
| Cap/Depr | 38.03% | ||
| Cap/Sales | 1.04% | ||
| Interest Coverage | 250 | ||
| Cash Conversion | 9.28% | ||
| Profit Quality | 0.92% | ||
| Current Ratio | 3.58 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.19 | ||
| Altman-Z | 7.4 |
F-Score7
WACC9.14%
ROIC/WACC1.35
Cap/Depr(3y)133.24%
Cap/Depr(5y)126.01%
Cap/Sales(3y)3.21%
Cap/Sales(5y)2.9%
Profit Quality(3y)197.55%
Profit Quality(5y)N/A
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)145.45%
EPS 3Y-30.85%
EPS 5Y14.65%
EPS Q2Q%550%
EPS Next Y32.11%
EPS Next 2Y24.67%
EPS Next 3YN/A
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue 1Y (TTM)26.19%
Revenue growth 3Y-7.82%
Revenue growth 5Y6.51%
Sales Q2Q%23.28%
Revenue Next Year11.36%
Revenue Next 2Y9.07%
Revenue Next 3YN/A
Revenue Next 5YN/A
EBIT growth 1Y185.1%
EBIT growth 3Y-30.32%
EBIT growth 5Y17.41%
EBIT Next Year62.59%
EBIT Next 3YN/A
EBIT Next 5YN/A
FCF growth 1Y-99.54%
FCF growth 3YN/A
FCF growth 5Y-17.34%
OCF growth 1Y-94.29%
OCF growth 3Y68.28%
OCF growth 5Y-13.53%
INSTEEL INDUSTRIES INC / IIIN FAQ
Can you provide the ChartMill fundamental rating for INSTEEL INDUSTRIES INC?
ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 7 / 10 to IIIN.
What is the valuation status for IIIN stock?
ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 6 / 10 to INSTEEL INDUSTRIES INC (IIIN). This can be considered as Fairly Valued.
What is the profitability of IIIN stock?
INSTEEL INDUSTRIES INC (IIIN) has a profitability rating of 6 / 10.
Can you provide the PE and PB ratios for IIIN stock?
The Price/Earnings (PE) ratio for INSTEEL INDUSTRIES INC (IIIN) is 14.84 and the Price/Book (PB) ratio is 1.95.
Is the dividend of INSTEEL INDUSTRIES INC sustainable?
The dividend rating of INSTEEL INDUSTRIES INC (IIIN) is 3 / 10 and the dividend payout ratio is 45.71%.