Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) — Stock Score Summary

Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) has a MoatMap StockRank of 23/100 based on Quality (39/100), Value (35/100), and Momentum (36/100) factor scores. The current signal is SELL. Ferroglobe is a key producer of silicon metal, which is critical for solar and semiconductors. However, it is a highly cyclical commodity business with low pricing power, violating the Terry Smith quality compounder lens.

Ferroglobe PLC is a leading global producer of silicon metal and silicon-based alloys, essential materials for various industries including aluminum, silicones, and solar power. The company benefits from integrated production facilities and a diverse customer base worldwide. Ferroglobe holds a significant market share in specialized metallurgical products, crucial for industrial manufacturing processes.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$3.86
Market Cap$835M
P/E (Forward)8.20
Price/Book1.29
Return on Equity-16.2%
Return on Invested Capital-16.2%
Debt/Equity40.63
Gross Margin33.2%
Operating Margin-2.2%
Revenue Growth13.2%
Dividend Yield1.4%
Free Cash Flow$-9M

Ferroglobe PLC operates in the Other Industrial Metals & Mining industry, part of the Basic Materials sector (United Kingdom).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ferroglobe PLC’s (GSM) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) is 23/100, with a Sell signal. It is a composite of Quality (39), Value (35), and Momentum (36) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Ferroglobe PLC have an economic moat?
Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) has a Quality factor score of 39/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Ferroglobe PLC a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) is Sell, based on a StockRank of 23/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Ferroglobe PLC in?
Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) operates in the Basic Materials sector, specifically the Other Industrial Metals & Mining industry (United Kingdom).
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