IIINIndustrials · Metal FabricationThe 1 Wall Street analysts covering Insteel Industries, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $39 — +19.6% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 57 of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026 — in the upper half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Insteel Industries, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Issuance (81): The share count has been shrinking and the company is not leaning on new borrowing.
Accruals (21): A large share of reported profit has not shown up as cash, or the balance sheet is expanding quickly — both tend to unwind.
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Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +19.6% from it.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct 2020 | Kansas City Capital | Upgrade | Outperform | — |
| 10 June 2020 | Sidoti & Co. | Downgrade | Neutral | — |
| 14 Apr 2020 | Sidoti & Co. | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 12 Mar 2020 | Sidoti & Co. | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 17 Jan 2020 | Kansas City Capital | Downgrade | Perform | — |
| 27 Nov 2019 | Sidoti & Co. | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 24 Jan 2019 | Sidoti & Co. | Upgrade | Buy | — |
| 11 Apr 2018 | Sidoti & Co. | Upgrade | Buy | — |
| 10 Mar 2017 | Longbow Research | Initiates | Buy | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. IIIN appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
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Cheaper than 43% of US stocks
Cheaper than 73% of US stocks
Cheaper than 52% of US stocks
Cheaper than 41% of US stocks
Higher than 52% of US stocks
Higher than 12% of US stocks
Higher than 10% of US stocks
Higher than 57% of US stocks
Higher than 60% of US stocks
Higher than 63% of US stocks
Higher than 82% of US stocks
Higher than 7% of US dividend payers
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Insteel Industries' board of directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.03 per share of common stock, payable on September 25, 2026, to shareholders of record as of September 11, 2026.
Why it matters — This announcement confirms Insteel continues its routine practice of returning cash to shareholders through a declared quarterly dividend.
The London Company's Q2 2026 Large Cap portfolio review reported a 10.9% (10.7% net) return versus a 15.1% gain in the Russell 1000. ENTG was a top contributor on AI-driven semiconductor demand, while RSG fell despite a solid quarter as softer Environmental Solutions results and continued weakness in construction-related volumes weighed on sentiment.
Why it matters — The review flags continued weakness in construction-related volumes, a demand signal relevant to IIIN's construction end markets.
Diamond Hill Small Cap Fund reported its Q2 2026 portfolio activity, noting that it initiated a position in Insteel Industries, the nation's largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction.
Why it matters — Insteel watchers would care because the fund's newly initiated position represents a notable addition of IIIN to an institutional portfolio.
The 1 Wall Street analysts covering Insteel Industries, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $39, with estimates ranging from $39 to $39. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 1 analysts covering Insteel Industries, Inc., 0 rate it a Buy, 1 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Insteel Industries, Inc. 57 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 15 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 15 Aug 2026, Insteel Industries, Inc. ranks 57 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Issuance (81 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 1 analysts implies +19.6% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Insteel Industries, Inc. 57 out of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Insteel Industries, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for IIIN are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $39 to $39 over the next 12 months.
Insteel Industries, Inc. returned -9.3% over the 12 months to 14 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Insteel Industries Inc. is a leading manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products, primarily serving the construction industry.
The most recent item we track (Business Wire, 11 Aug 2026): "Insteel Industries Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend". Insteel Industries' board of directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.03 per share of common stock, payable on September 25, 2026, to shareholders of record as of September 11, 2026.
Insteel Industries Inc. is a leading manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products, primarily serving the construction industry. The company specializes in the production of welded wire reinforcement (WWR) and prestressed concrete strand (PC strand), which are essential for strengthening concrete structures in infrastructures such as bridges, buildings, and roads. Insteel operates facilities across the United States, utilizing advanced manufacturing techniques to ensure durability and quality in its offerings. Its products are a critical component in enhancing the tensile strength and load-bearing capacity of concrete, making them indispensable in construction engineering. By focusing on efficiency and sustainability, Insteel contributes significantly to building robust infrastructures, catering to both public and private sector construction projects. The firm's market presence underpins its role in bolstering the structural integrity of various construction undertakings, playing a vital part in the ongoing development of urban and rural infrastructure. With its dedication to innovation and quality, Insteel Industries Inc. holds a crucial position within the materials sector, influencing construction practices and standards.
CEO Mr. Howard Osler Woltz III · 1,007 employees · United States · https://www.insteel.com