Valuation check: RS's profit margin is 5.66%, below the Materials sector average of 16.45%.
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As of the most recent data (June 2026), RS shows a profit margin of 5.66%. That compares with 5.39% in the prior-year period — up 5.1% year over year. That is below the Materials sector average of 16.45%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, RS's profit margin is now 5.66% (was 5.39%) — a 5.1% year-over-year increase. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Reliance is outperforming or lagging.
The Materials sector average profit margin is about 16.45%. Reliance is at 5.66%, which is lower that average. That is roughly 65.6% below the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how RS stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with 5.39% in the prior-year period — up 5.1% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Reliance with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
Besides this profit margin page, Stockcircle has Reliance's full stock overview, other financial metrics, insider and congress trade tabs, and tools to follow the stock. Together they help you connect profit margin (currently 5.66%) with ownership activity and broader fundamentals.