TSE:ASTL

Algoma Steel Group Inc (ASTL.TO)

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-0.06 (0.78%)
as of Jun 4, 2026, 8:00:01 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 4 opinions in the last 12 months.

Algoma Steel Group Inc. (ASTL) is viewed as a speculative investment with mixed opinions from experts. Some highlight improvements within the sector, noting that the ETF for steel has reached an all-time high, although ASTL itself has faced challenges such as cash burn and a dismal current business outlook. The impending renewal of the USMCA adds to the uncertainty surrounding the stock, dependent on tariffs and industry dynamics. While the steel sector appears intriguing to some analysts, there are reservations about ASTL's recent performance. Ultimately, this juxtaposition of potential upsides against considerable risks leaves stakeholders in a tough position when evaluating the stock's future prospects.

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Undervalued
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HOLD
They have a lot of cash and there is speculation that they will have a very big distribution. Earnings are lower this year than they where last year. Would prefer it in the lower $30’s.
SELL
Steel pricing continues to remain strong which indicates that either 1) things are going to continue to be good or 2) the market is saying things are going to start slowing down and steel will catch up on the downside. He would take some profits as it is probably up on speculation.
DON'T BUY
Doing a share buyback. Not his top pick among the steel companies. This is a company that has gone through 2 or 3 resurrections. Expects the market for steel will be cooling off probably in 2007/2008.
BUY
Still prices continue to rise. There will be some Chinese dumping issues going on which will put a little bit of pressure on them. Right now they are generating free cash flow yield in the 9% range.
BUY
Has gone up in the last 2 days because of their announcement of buying back stock starting in the next quarter. The price for their type of steel “high roll” is going up. Not a bad buy.
BUY
Steel is starting to look a little bit better again. He is worried about the whole global economy. China is tightening money to help control growth. Steel could be a casualty, but for now, with all the corporate activity, prices are starting to move higher again.
DON'T BUY
Has always been a tricky investment. Has gone bankrupt a couple of times. This time it has done very well. A cyclical so when it is doing extremely well, it is probably time to let it go.
SELL
It's a bit rich. The numbers are weaker then they were in prior years. Imports are not here so the market is stable. They are generating good earnings for the short term, but concerned that they are getting later on in the cycle.
HOLD
Moved up a little bit in the shadow of Dofasco (DFS-T). A US hedge fund has asked for a special meeting to get them to pay out their big wad of cash as a special dividend. Algoma is resisting but will probably pay out something.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Sept 12/05. Up 1%.) It now has a US hedge fund shareholder that's calling a vote here to pay a special dividend. Very cheap, but feels the upside is only to $27/28.
DON'T BUY
Steel is not doing as well as it was. US Hedge fund wants them to pay out the excess money they made in the form of a special dividend. Doubtful if this will happen.
BUY
Steel prices look like they're moving up a little bit in the 4th quarter and probably by the end of the year they'll be almost $10 in cash again. Thinks there's one last run in it just on valuation up to the mid to high $20's.
DON'T BUY
Buying back shares and paying special dividends which is stupid as they will need that extra cash in the next down cycle of steel. A very cyclical business. Steel prices have weakened and if we have a recession in the US there will be a dampening of steel demand.
TOP PICK
Paid a $6 special dividend last month which is why it is down. In the $22/23 range, you have about $11 a share in cash and it looks like steel prices are turning around a little bit. They could probably earn in the $3.50 range next year with current steel prices.Only trades at 3/4 X earnings if you ex the cash. Extremely cheap.
SELL
Not a fan of steel in general. The steel industry is going much more into a competitive phase. China is now a net exporter. Doesn't see the steel industry being good for the next several years.
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