A split-screen composition representing Steel Dynamics. Key Points Steel Dynamics is on track to sustain growth and margin strength, cash flow, and capital returns. Capital returns include an aggressive share buyback; the share count fell more than 4% in 2025. Analyst trends support the market, but institutions and short sellers pose a threat that could cap gains. Interested in Steel Dynamics, Inc.? Here are five stocks we like better. Steel Dynamics (NASDAQ: STLD) is well-positioned as a domestic ...