Analyst consensus rating

Nucor Analyst Rating: Buy

NUE is rated Buy by 16 analysts with a $282.81 target. As of 2026-08-30.

Direct answer

Nucor's consensus rating is Buy.

16 analysts are included in the current consensus when a coverage count is available.
The same consensus reports an average price target of $282.81.
Forecast evidence checked August 30, 2026.

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Verified data

Current price
$250.50
Average price target
$282.81
High price target
$305.00
Low price target
$231.00
Low target gap
-7.8%
Target upside
+12.9%
High target gap
+21.8%
Target range width
29.5%
Consensus rating
Buy
Analysts
16
Evidence date
August 30, 2026
Valid through
September 6, 2026

Read the frequently asked questions.

What is the analyst consensus rating for Nucor?

Nucor has a verified Buy consensus. The same dataset has an average price target of $282.81.

How far are Nucor's low and high targets from the recorded price?

The low target implies -7.8%, while the high target implies +21.8%.

How many analysts are included in Nucor's consensus?

The verified consensus includes 16 analysts.

How is Nucor's target upside or downside calculated?

The average target of $282.81 is divided by the recorded price of $250.50, then one is subtracted to produce +12.9%. This does not guarantee a future return.

When was Nucor's analyst forecast verified?

The data was verified on 2026-08-30. The dataset is valid through 2026-09-06.