Quanex Building Products Corp. Stock Hits New 52-Week Low at $13.11

Quanex Building Products Corp. has reached a new 52-week low, trading at USD 13.11 on October 13, 2025. This marks a significant decline for the microcap company, which operates within the building products industry. Over the past year, Quanex has experienced a notable decrease in its stock price, with a performance drop of 55.25%, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's gain of 13.36% during the same period.
The company's market capitalization stands at USD 808 million, and it currently has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 46.00. Despite a high dividend yield of 97.92%, Quanex has faced challenges in maintaining growth, with net sales increasing at an annual rate of only 17.08% over the past five years. Additionally, the company has reported a return on equity of 4.29%, indicating limited profitability relative to shareholder equity.

With a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.93, Quanex demonstrates a strong ability to service its debt, although its recent financial performance has raised concerns. The stock's historical volatility and underperformance relative to broader market indices highlight the complexities facing the company as it navigates its current market position.