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Annual · values202520242023202220212020201920182017201620152014
Gross Margin
Operating Margin0.68%4.75%3.85%9.91%12.47%-4.83%3.41%3.34%-5.41%0.03%0.58%2.13%
EBITDA Margin1.42%5.34%4.31%10.37%13.27%-3.75%4.13%4.46%-3.36%2.08%2.17%3.70%
Net Margin1.37%3.36%3.90%4.93%9.06%-3.69%2.72%2.28%-3.44%0.36%0.35%1.47%
Current Ratio4.343.143.192.062.676.766.025.4419.2817.3418.907.70
Quick Ratio1.381.001.270.941.433.062.051.994.462.713.503.16
Debt / Equity
ROE4.60%13.61%18.49%17.65%17.48%-7.85%7.04%4.38%-4.44%0.46%0.60%2.71%
ROA2.68%7.54%10.71%8.83%12.02%-6.79%5.89%3.71%-4.23%0.44%0.57%2.37%
Asset Turnover1.962.242.751.791.331.842.161.631.231.221.621.61
Book Value / Share19.0717.7516.0012.039.309.5510.349.008.819.309.309.31

Friedman Industries, Incorporated is a manufacturer and processor specializing in steel products. Established in 1965 and headquartered in Longview, Texas, the company operates through two main divisions: the Flat Roll Division and the Tubular Division. The Flat Roll Division runs multiple coil processing facilities, offering processes such as temper passing, stretcher leveling, slitting, and cut-to-length services for a range of steel types, including hot-rolled, cold-rolled, coated, pre-painted, and stainless steel. These facilities provide both processing for customer-owned coils and finished sheets and plates for end use. The Tubular Division, operating as Texas Tubular Products, manufactures electric resistance welded (ERW) pipe primarily used for oil, gas, and structural applications, complying with industry standards like API 5L, ASTM A53B, and ASTM A500B. Friedman Industries serves manufacturers of steel products and steel and pipe distributors, playing a vital role in the supply chain for the North American energy, construction, and manufacturing sectors. Recent strategic growth includes the acquisition of Century Metals & Supplies, enhancing its product mix and regional presence. The company’s operational footprint and expanded capabilities underscore its significance in the steel and metals market.