Olympic Steel to Exchange Shares for Ryerson in Proposed Sale
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 16 2026
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Source: PRnewswire
- Transaction Details: Olympic Steel (NasdaqGS: ZEUS) plans to sell at a rate of 1.7105 shares of Ryerson (NYSE: RYI) common stock per share, allowing shareholders to own approximately 37% of the combined entity, indicating potential market consolidation benefits.
- Legal Investigation: Former Louisiana Attorney General Charles C. Foti and his firm Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC are investigating whether the transaction is adequate, reflecting concerns over shareholder rights and the fairness of the deal process.
- Shareholder Rights: KSF encourages shareholders who believe the transaction undervalues the company to reach out, emphasizing the importance of transparency and fairness in the deal, which may influence shareholder acceptance of the transaction.
- Market Reaction: The proposed transaction has sparked discussions regarding Olympic Steel's future value, prompting investors to monitor the implications of the deal on the company's structure and its impact on the industry.
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Analyst Views on RYI
Wall Street analysts forecast RYI stock price to fall over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for RYI is 26.32 USD with a low forecast of 26.32 USD and a high forecast of 26.32 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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Hold
Current: 27.540
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26.32
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26.32
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26.32
Current: 27.540
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26.32
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26.32
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26.32
About RYI
Ryerson Holding Corporation is a value-added processor and distributor of industrial metals, with operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and China. The Company carries a full line of carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steels, and aluminum, and a limited line of nickel and red metals. These materials are stocked in a number of shapes, including coils, sheets, rounds, hexagons, square and flat bars, plates, structural, and tubing. The Company also provides a variety of processing services to meet its customers' needs. It also conducts metal processing and distribution operations in China. It has approximately 107 facilities in North America and four facilities in China. The Company offers various value-added processing and fabrication services, such as bending, beveling, blanking, blasting, burning, cutting-to length, drilling, embossing, flattening, forming, grinding, laser cutting, machining, notching, painting, perforating, polishing, punching, rolling, and sawing, others.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
Ryerson to Host Q4 2025 Earnings Call
- Earnings Call Announcement: Ryerson Holding Corporation will host a conference call on February 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET to discuss its Q4 and full-year 2025 financial results, highlighting the company's commitment to transparency and investor communication.
- Financial Report Timing: The company will release its earnings after market close on February 19, 2026, and file its 10-K annual report prior to market open on February 23, 2026, ensuring timely access to critical information for investors to make informed decisions.
- Call Access Information: The dial-in numbers for the call are 800-330-6710 (U.S. & Canada) and 646-769-9200 (International), with conference ID 3768447, facilitating global investor participation and enhancing interaction between the company and its stakeholders.
- Online Replay Availability: An online replay of the call will be available on the investor relations website for 90 days, demonstrating Ryerson's commitment to ongoing communication with investors.
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Ryerson to Host Q4 2025 Earnings Call
- Earnings Release Schedule: Ryerson Holding Corporation will release its Q4 and full-year 2025 financial results after market close on February 19, 2026, followed by a conference call on February 20 at 10:00 AM ET, aimed at enhancing transparency and investor confidence.
- Conference Call Details: The call can be accessed at 800-330-6710 (U.S. & Canada) and 646-769-9200 (International) with conference ID 3768447, expected to attract significant investor participation, thereby strengthening communication with shareholders.
- Online Replay Availability: An online replay of the call will be available on Ryerson's investor relations website for 90 days post-event, ensuring that investors who cannot attend live can still access critical information, thus improving information accessibility.
- Company Background: Founded in 1842, Ryerson is a leading value-added processor and distributor of industrial metals, employing approximately 4,300 people across over 110 locations in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and China, showcasing its robust market presence.
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