NASDAQ:FRD Friedman Industries (FRD) Stock Price, News & Analysis $22.06 -0.64 (-2.82%) As of 04:00 PM Eastern Add Compare Share Share Stock Analysis Stock AnalysisChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsHeadlinesOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestTrendsBuy This Stock About Friedman Industries Stock (NASDAQ:FRD) View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 1 Day 5 Days 30 Days 90 Days 1 Year Advanced 1 Day 1 Day 5 Days 30 Days 90 Days 1 Year Advanced Show volume Show extended hours Get Friedman Industries alerts:Sign Up Key Stats Today's Range$22.04▼$22.9850-Day Range$14.92▼$22.7052-Week Range$12.24▼$22.98Volume38,593 shsAverage Volume32,246 shsMarket Capitalization$155.74 millionP/E Ratio18.38Dividend Yield0.73%Price TargetN/AConsensus RatingN/A Company Overview Friedman Industries, Inc. is a specialized manufacturer of high-quality steel grating products for industrial and commercial applications. The company’s core offerings include industrial bar gratings, stair treads, trench covers, checkered plates and lighting frames. These products are designed to meet stringent safety and durability requirements in sectors such as oil and gas, power generation, wastewater treatment and infrastructure development. Friedman Industries serves a broad customer base across North America, providing both standard and custom solutions through its manufacturing facilities in Pennsylvania and California. Leveraging automated production processes and quality control systems, the company focuses on reliable lead times and consistent product performance. Its engineered metal systems are utilized by original equipment manufacturers, construction firms and maintenance contractors seeking low-maintenance, long-lasting components. Headquartered in McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, Friedman Industries has cultivated expertise in steel fabrication and logistics since its inception. The company’s leadership team brings together seasoned professionals in engineering, operations and customer service to advance product innovation and operational efficiency. Ongoing investments in equipment upgrades and technology enhancements underscore Friedman Industries’ commitment to maintaining its position as a trusted supplier of industrial metal solutions.AI Generated. May Contain Errors. Read More Friedman Industries Stock Analysis - MarketRank™See Top-Rated MarketRank™ Stocks15th Percentile Overall ScoreFRD MarketRank™: Friedman Industries scored higher than 15% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat, and ranked 169th out of 182 stocks in the industrials sector. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation. Analyst's OpinionN/AAnalyst RatingN/A Consensus RatingThere is not enough analysis data for Friedman Industries. Earnings and Valuation1.3 / 5Proj. Earnings GrowthN/A Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of Friedman Industries is 18.38, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 297.75.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of Friedman Industries is 18.38, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Industrials sector average P/E ratio of about 306.24.Price to Book Value per Share RatioFriedman Industries has a P/B Ratio of 1.16. P/B Ratios below 3 indicates that a company is reasonably valued with respect to its assets and liabilities. Short Interest2.0 / 5Short Interest LevelBearish Percentage of Shares Shorted2.26% of the float of Friedman Industries has been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverFriedman Industries has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 4.1.Change versus previous monthShort interest in Friedman Industries has recently increased by 0.33%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing. Dividend0.8 / 5Dividend StrengthWeak Dividend YieldFriedman Industries has a dividend yield of 0.70%, which is in the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.Dividend GrowthFriedman Industries has only been increasing its dividend for 1 years.Dividend CoverageThe dividend payout ratio of Friedman Industries is 13.33%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.Read more about Friedman Industries' dividend. Sustainability and ESGN/AEnvironmental ScoreN/A Percentage of Shares Shorted2.26% of the float of Friedman Industries has been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverFriedman Industries has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 4.1.Change versus previous monthShort interest in Friedman Industries has recently increased by 0.33%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing. News and Social Media2.5 / 5News Sentiment0.53 News SentimentFriedman Industries has a news sentiment score of 0.53. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a lower news sentiment than the 0.71 average news sentiment score of Industrials companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 6 news articles for Friedman Industries this week, compared to 1 article on an average week.Search Interest1 people have searched for FRD on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. MarketBeat FollowsOnly 1 people have added Friedman Industries to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -67% compared to the previous 30 days. Company Ownership0.0 / 5Insider TradingN/A Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, Friedman Industries insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.Percentage Held by InsidersOnly 5.50% of the stock of Friedman Industries is held by insiders.Percentage Held by InstitutionsOnly 33.26% of the stock of Friedman Industries is held by institutions.Read more about Friedman Industries' insider trading history. Receive FRD Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for Friedman Industries and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. 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FRD Stock News HeadlinesHead-To-Head Contrast: Friedman Industries (NASDAQ:FRD) versus Highway (NASDAQ:HIHO)September 22 at 3:27 AM | americanbankingnews.comFriedman Industries, Incorporated Announces Cash DividendSeptember 18, 2025 | globenewswire.comWhy More Investors Are Using Family Trusts to Protect Their WealthFor many investors, a family trust can be an essential tool for protecting assets, avoiding probate, and ensuring wealth is passed on according to your wishes. Trusts may also provide shielding from creditors and lawsuits while offering potential tax advantages—especially with estate tax thresholds set to decrease in 2026. If you’re considering whether a family trust is right for you, speaking with a fiduciary financial advisor can help you decide the best path forward. We’ve created a free tool that matches you with vetted advisors in your area—each legally bound to act in your best interest.September 22 at 2:00 AM | SmartAsset (Ad)Friedman (FRD) Q1 Profit Jumps 92%August 7, 2025 | fool.comFriedman Industries, Incorporated Announces First Quarter ResultsAugust 7, 2025 | globenewswire.comFriedman Industries Appoints Gaurav Chhibbar as Chief Operating OfficerJuly 14, 2025 | globenewswire.comFriedman Industries, Incorporated Announces Cash DividendJune 25, 2025 | globenewswire.comFriedman Already Operates At Full Capacity But Low MarginsJune 24, 2025 | seekingalpha.comSee More Headlines FRD Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions How have FRD shares performed this year? Friedman Industries' stock was trading at $17.21 at the start of the year. Since then, FRD shares have increased by 28.2% and is now trading at $22.06. How were Friedman Industries' earnings last quarter? Friedman Industries Inc. (NASDAQ:FRD) issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, August, 7th. The company reported $0.71 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter. The business had revenue of $134.78 million for the quarter. Friedman Industries had a net margin of 1.84% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 6.50%. Who are Friedman Industries' major shareholders? Top institutional investors of Friedman Industries include Gendell Jeffrey L (5.02%), Mink Brook Asset Management LLC (2.82%), Geode Capital Management LLC (2.23%) and Truffle Hound Capital LLC (2.12%). How do I buy shares of Friedman Industries? Shares of FRD stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services. Company Calendar Last Earnings8/07/2025Today9/22/2025Record date for 11/14 Dividend10/24/2025Ex-Dividend for 11/14 Dividend10/24/2025Record date for 11/14 Dividend10/24/2025Dividend Payable11/14/2025Dividend Payable11/14/2025Fiscal Year End3/31/2026Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNASDAQ SectorIndustrials Industry METAL PROC&FABR Sub-IndustrySteel Works Current SymbolNASDAQ:FRD CIK39092 WebN/A Phone(903) 758-3431Fax903-758-2265Employees100Year FoundedN/AProfitability EPS (Trailing Twelve Months)$1.20 Trailing P/E Ratio18.48 Forward P/E RatioN/A P/E GrowthN/ANet Income$6.09 million Net Margins1.84% Pretax Margin2.37% Return on Equity6.50% Return on Assets3.95% Debt Debt-to-Equity RatioN/A Current Ratio3.90 Quick Ratio1.35 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$464.83 million Price / Sales0.34 Cash Flow$1.31 per share Price / Cash Flow16.87 Book Value$19.00 per share Price / Book1.17Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares7,059,000Free Float6,671,000Market Cap$156.50 million OptionableN/A Beta1.48 The Best High-Yield Dividend Stocks for 2025Discover the 10 Best High-Yield Dividend Stocks for 2025 and secure reliable income in uncertain markets. 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