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The same facts from the filings for each company in a group, where each stands among the others, and what each wrote about a topic in its latest 10-K.

Group median · 24 companies
Sales growth
+4.4%
Gross margin
27%
Operating margin
11%
Net margin
9.0%
Where each stands

The 3 largest, ranked among the group

Each corner is the share of Materials companies the company is above on that ratio. The dashed line is the middle of the group. A rank, not a score.

DOW Dow Inc.
Revenue $42.6B, last twelve months
Year by year
Revenue growth: -7.0%, above 4% of 23 peers (their median 5.3%) REVENUE GROWTH -7.0% · above 4% Gross margin: 11.1%, above 5% of 19 peers (their median 27.5%) GROSS MARGIN 11.1% · above 5% Net margin: -2.1%, above 9% of 23 peers (their median 9.2%) NET MARGIN -2.1% · above 9% FCF margin: 4.9%, above 30% of 23 peers (their median 7.0%) FCF MARGIN 4.9% · above 30%
Sales growth
-7.0%
Operating margin
-
FCF margin
4.9%

20 paragraphs of its Risk Factors mention Cybersecurity, against 18 the year before.

CRH CRH plc
Revenue $39.0B, last twelve months
Year by year
Revenue growth: 5.3%, above 52% of 23 peers (their median 3.6%) REVENUE GROWTH 5.3% · above 52% Gross margin: 36.2%, above 74% of 19 peers (their median 26.7%) GROSS MARGIN 36.2% · above 74% Operating margin: 13.7%, above 60% of 15 peers (their median 11.2%) OPERATING MARGIN 13.7% · above 60% Net margin: 9.2%, above 52% of 23 peers (their median 8.8%) NET MARGIN 9.2% · above 52% FCF margin: 6.5%, above 43% of 23 peers (their median 7.0%) FCF MARGIN 6.5% · above 43% Return on capital: 9.6%, above 73% of 11 peers (their median 8.8%) RETURN ON CAPITAL 9.6% · above 73%
Sales growth
+5.3%
Operating margin
14%
FCF margin
6.5%

22 paragraphs of its Risk Factors mention Cybersecurity, against 21 the year before.

NUE Nucor
Revenue $38.8B, last twelve months
Year by year
Revenue growth: 5.7%, above 57% of 23 peers (their median 3.6%) REVENUE GROWTH 5.7% · above 57% Gross margin: 17.3%, above 21% of 19 peers (their median 27.5%) GROSS MARGIN 17.3% · above 21% Net margin: 9.3%, above 57% of 23 peers (their median 8.8%) NET MARGIN 9.3% · above 57% FCF margin: 6.8%, above 48% of 23 peers (their median 7.0%) FCF MARGIN 6.8% · above 48%
Sales growth
+5.7%
Operating margin
-
FCF margin
6.8%

6 paragraphs of its Risk Factors mention Cybersecurity, against 7 the year before.

From the filings

Materials: the same facts for each company

Showing 12 of 24, largest revenue first
Company Revenue, 12 months Sales growth Gross / operating margin Net margin Debt / equity Accounting items Insider buys Investors Open
DOW Dow Inc.
$42.6B
-7.0%
GM 11%OM -
-2.1% 1.08 1 of 6to read 0 0 10-K
CRH CRH plc
$39.0B
+5.3%
GM 36%OM 14%
9.2% 0.79 2 of 5to read 2 0 10-K
NUE Nucor
$38.8B
+5.7%
GM 17%OM -
9.3% 0.31 1 of 6to read 0 0 10-K
LIN Linde plc
$36.2B
+3.0%
GM -OM 25%
19% 0.67 0 of 6to read 1 0 10-K
LYB LyondellBasell
$32.0B
-9.7%
GM 14%OM 8.6%
4.1% 1.10 1 of 5to read 0 0 10-K
SW Smurfit Westrock
$31.5B
+48%
GM 17%OM 4.6%
1.5% 0.78 2 of 6to read 0 0 10-K
NEM Newmont
$26.6B
+21%
GM -OM -
35% 0.14 0 of 5to read 0 0 10-K
FCX Freeport-McMoRan
$26.4B
+1.8%
GM -OM 28%
13% 0.45 1 of 5to read 0 0 10-K
SHW Sherwin-Williams
$24.9B
+2.1%
GM 49%OM -
11% 2.97 1 of 6to read 0 0 10-K
IP International Paper
$24.2B
+49%
GM 30%OM -
-14% 0.74 2 of 6to read 0 0 10-K
AMCR Amcor
$23.9B
+57%
GM 20%OM 7.9%
4.5% 1.27 2 of 5to read 0 0 10-K
STLD Steel Dynamics
$22.2B
+3.6%
GM 16%OM 11%
8.8% 0.43 3 of 6to read 0 0 10-K
Sales growth is the last fiscal year against the one before; margins are over the last twelve months. Where each comes from

How to read this page

  • A radar shows where a company ranks among its group on six ratios. A corner at the edge means it is above every other company on that ratio.
  • A table row lists the facts as the filings give them: revenue, growth, margins, debt to equity, the accounting checks, insider buying and followed investors holding.
  • A bubble to the right grew faster, and one higher up kept more of its sales as free cash flow.
  • A bar is paragraphs that mention the topic this year, and the mark on it is last year.

Risk Factors and XBRL figures from each company's latest 10-K, read nightly from SEC EDGAR. Nothing here is a rating.

By topic · 10-K Item 1A

Cybersecurity: paragraphs that mention it

IP 66 vs 26 SW 57 vs 57 CRH 22 vs 21 FCX 22 vs 22 NEM 21 vs 20 DOW 20 vs 18 ALB 19 vs 17 SHW 19 vs 19 STLD 19 vs 18 LYB 18 vs 18 AMCR 17 vs 15 APD 17 vs 17 AVY 17 vs 17 ECL 17 vs 17 MLM 17 vs 11
All 33 companies
PPG 16 vs 14 IFF 14 vs 14 BALL 11 vs 11 CF 9 vs 9 LIN 9 vs 7 MOS 9 vs 10 PKG 8 vs 5 VMC 8 vs 8 NUE 6 vs 7 AA 0 vs 0 AMRZ 0 ATI 0 vs 0 ATR 0 vs 0 AVNT 0 vs 0 AWI 0 vs 0 AXTA 0 vs 0 BCPC 0 vs 0 BDC 0 vs 0

Risk Factors paragraphs in each company's latest 10-K, most mentions first. The bar is this year and the mark is last year. 55 companies have no 10-K downloaded yet.

In their words

What the companies wrote

The paragraphs as filed, each linked to its filing on sec.gov

CRH CRH PUBLIC LTD CO

22 paragraphs

… However, we have faced attempted cyber-attacks and are likely to face future cyber-attacks, including malware or ransomware attacks, or suffer other human or technological errors that have a material impact. Breaches, significant IT interruptions or errors could disrupt …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 18, 2026

… Further, the global nature of our operations and diverse information and operational technologies used across the Company may result in potential delays in the detection and reporting of cyber incidents. In addition, as cybersecurity threats evolve, including from emerging technologies …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 18, 2026

FCX FREEPORT-MCMORAN INC

22 paragraphs

… Attacks have included and may include, but are not limited to, installation of malicious software, phishing, ransomware, social engineering tactics and credential attacks, insider threats, denial of service attacks, unauthorized access to data and other advanced and sophisticated cybersecurity breaches …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 13, 2026

… We do not maintain cyber risk insurance, and the lack of insurance coverage could adversely affect our cash flows and overall profitability in the event of a cybersecurity incident that has a material adverse effect on our business.

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 13, 2026

NEM NEWMONT Corp /DE/

21 paragraphs

Our systems, as well as those of our third-party service providers, vendors, and partners, face a wide range of cybersecurity threats, including: Ransomware, malware, and phishing schemes targeting critical systems and sensitive data; unauthorized access and breaches affecting intellectual property, financial information, and operational data; vulnerabilities introduced through supply chain dependencies and third-party security weaknesses; human error, design flaws, and system misconfigurations.

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 19, 2026

… risks, especially given the pace of technological advancement and the evolving nature and increased frequency of cyber threats. In addition, we do not carry specific cybersecurity insurance to help mitigate such costs due to increased premiums and limited market availability.

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 19, 2026

DOW DOW INC.

20 paragraphs

… Electrotechnical Commission standards for industrial automation, the National Institute of Standards and Technology Cyber Security Framework ("NIST CSF") for measuring overall readiness to respond to cybersecurity threats. The Company’s security plans are also designed to avert interruptions of normal …

Item 7, MD&A, 10-K Feb 3, 2026

… More information on the Company’s processes for assessing, identifying and managing material risks from cybersecurity threats, including management’s role and the Board's oversight of such processes, can be found in Item 1C. Cybersecurity.

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 3, 2026
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ALB ALBEMARLE CORP

19 paragraphs

Although we have implemented certain processes, procedures and internal controls to help mitigate cybersecurity risks and cyber intrusions, these measures, as well as our increased awareness of the nature and extent of a risk of a cyber incident, do not guarantee that our financial results, operations or confidential information will not be negatively impacted by such an incident.

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 11, 2026

• the occurrence of cyber-security breaches, terrorist attacks, industrial accidents or natural disasters;

Item 7, MD&A, 10-K Feb 11, 2026

SHW SHERWIN WILLIAMS CO

19 paragraphs

… to, or affected by damage or interruption resulting from, cybersecurity issues, including cyber attacks (including AI-powered cyberattacks), security breaches, fraud (including through phishing or social engineering attempts), malware (including ransomware and other programs that operate with malicious intent), power …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 19, 2026

Disruptions to our information technology systems, including due to digitization efforts or cybersecurity incidents, may interfere with our operating and financial processes, result in the compromise or loss of critical and confidential information and severely harm our business.

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 19, 2026

STLD STEEL DYNAMICS INC

19 paragraphs

… systems, there can be no assurance that a system or network failure, or cybersecurity breach or attack, will be prevented, whether due to attacks by cyber criminals or due to employee, contractor or other error or malfeasance. This could lead …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 27, 2026

and protection costs, including the cost or availability of insurance. Additionally, as cybersecurity threats continue to evolve and become more sophisticated, we may need to invest additional time, resources and finances to protect the security of our sensitive data, systems and information networks. We maintain an information security risk insurance policy to mitigate the impact of cybersecurity threats.

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 27, 2026

LYB LyondellBasell Industries N.V.

18 paragraphs

Increased global information cybersecurity threats and more sophisticated, targeted computer crime pose a risk to the confidentiality, availability and integrity of our data, operations and infrastructure. Our cybersecurity and infrastructure protection technologies, disaster recovery plans and systems, employee training and …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 20, 2026

Increased IT and cybersecurity threats and more sophisticated and targeted computer crime could pose a risk to our systems, networks, data, products, facilities and services, and the expansion of related regulatory requirements could increase our costs and disrupt our operations.

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 20, 2026

AMCR Amcor plc

17 paragraphs

Increased cyber-attacks, including computer viruses, ransomware, unauthorized access attempts, phishing, hacking, and other types of attacks pose a risk to the security and availability of our information technology systems, including those provided by third parties. Artificial intelligence ("AI") technologies …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Aug 14, 2026

safeguards may not always be able to prevent a cyber-attack from impacting our systems and we may not be able to successfully and timely execute our business recovery protocol, which could have a material impact on our business, financial …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Aug 14, 2026

APD Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.

17 paragraphs

The operation of our facilities, pipelines, and delivery systems inherently entails hazards that require continuous oversight and control, such as pipeline leaks and ruptures, fire, explosions, toxic releases, mechanical failures, vehicle accidents, or cyber incidents. If operational risks materialize, they …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Nov 20, 2025

As with most large systems, our information technology systems have in the past been, and in the future likely will be subject to computer viruses, malicious codes, unauthorized access and other cyber-attacks, and we expect the sophistication and frequency …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Nov 20, 2025

AVY Avery Dennison Corp

17 paragraphs

… damage or interruptions resulting from obsolescence, natural disasters, power failures, human error, viruses, social engineering, phishing, ransomware or other malicious attacks and cybersecurity events. We upgrade and install new systems, which, if installed or programmed incorrectly or on a delayed …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 25, 2026

Cybersecurity risk and ransomware attacks on companies continue to significantly increase and there can be no assurance that we have fully protected our information, that third parties to whom we have disclosed such information or with whom we have stored …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 25, 2026

ECL ECOLAB INC.

17 paragraphs

… Geopolitical tensions or conflicts, such as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, may further heighten the risk of cybersecurity attacks. While we have continually matured our security program and capabilities and have had no material incidents to date, cyber threats continue …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 23, 2026

Cybersecurity Risks: AI systems can be vulnerable to cybersecurity threats, such as data breaches and unauthorized access. These threats could result in financial losses, legal liabilities, and damage to our reputation.

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 23, 2026

MLM MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC

17 paragraphs

• delays or defects in information technology integration, cybersecurity controls, or data privacy compliance can disrupt operations, increase costs, or expose us to cyber incidents;

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 19, 2026

… Breaches of our technology systems and those of acquired companies, or those of our vendors and customers, whether from circumvention of security systems, denial-of-service attacks or other cyber-attacks, hacking, “phishing” or "quishing" attacks, computer viruses, ransomware or …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 19, 2026

PPG PPG INDUSTRIES INC

16 paragraphs

Numerous and evolving information security threats, including advanced persistent threats and ransomware, pose a risk to the security of our systems, networks and services, as well as to the confidentiality, availability and integrity of our data and of our critical business operations. The techniques, tools and tactics used in cyber-attacks evolve rapidly, including

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 19, 2026

… Notwithstanding our cybersecurity preparedness activities, we cannot guarantee that our security efforts or the security efforts of our third-party service providers will prevent all cybersecurity events. A material cybersecurity event could result in negative publicity, theft or other financial …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 19, 2026

IFF INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS & FRAGRANCES INC

14 paragraphs

… While these measures mitigate cybersecurity risks, potential threats are constantly evolving and becoming more sophisticated, and conducted by a diverse group of actors, such as foreign governments, cyber terrorists, cyber criminals, malicious employees and other insiders and outsiders. The risks …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 27, 2026

• cybersecurity incidents, artificial intelligence related risks, data privacy and compliance with data protection laws;

Item 7, MD&A, 10-K Feb 27, 2026

BALL BALL Corp

11 paragraphs

… attract and retain skilled labor; strikes; disease; pandemic; labor cost changes; technological developments and innovations; the ability to manage cyber threats; litigation; inflation; pension changes; changes in the rates of return on assets of Ball’s defined benefit retirement plans …

Item 7, MD&A, 10-K Feb 19, 2026

We are aware that there are potential cybersecurity risks associated with third-party service providers. Prior to engaging with third-party providers, Ball conducts thorough security assessments. We monitor for third-party cyber incidents and manage any third-party cyber …

10-K, 10-K Feb 19, 2026

CF CF Industries Holdings, Inc.

9 paragraphs

… inadequacies, inadequate controls or procedures, operating failures, unauthorized access, service interruptions or failures, security breaches, malicious intrusions, theft, exfiltration, ransomware, cyberattacks, or other compromises of our systems. Any of these events could result in material financial, operational, legal, business, or …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 25, 2026

Our cybersecurity strategy prioritizes governance, identification, protection, detection, analysis, response and recovery to known, anticipated, or unexpected cyber threats. The strategy emphasizes effective management of cyber risks and resilience against cyber threats. We maintain a formal cybersecurity program structured around …

10-K, 10-K Feb 25, 2026

LIN LINDE PLC

9 paragraphs

Linde may be subject to information technology system failures, network disruptions and cybersecurity breaches or other related incidents.

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 25, 2026

… Despite these steps, however, our information technology systems have in the past been and in the future will likely be subject to increasingly sophisticated cyber attacks and disruptions. Operational failures and breaches of security from such attempts could lead to …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 25, 2026

MOS MOSAIC CO

9 paragraphs

• terrorism, armed conflict or other malicious intentional acts, including cybersecurity risks such as attempts to gain unauthorized access to, or disable, our information technology systems, or our costs of addressing malicious intentional acts;

Item 7, MD&A, 10-K Feb 27, 2026

increase, the risks associated with cybersecurity increase. These risks apply to us, our employees, and to third parties on whose systems we rely to conduct our business. To our knowledge, we have not experienced any material cybersecurity incidents of our …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 27, 2026

PKG PACKAGING CORP OF AMERICA

8 paragraphs

… For further discussion pertaining to cybersecurity strategy and related roles and responsibilities, see “Part I, Item 1C. Cybersecurity” of this Form 10-K.

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 26, 2026

… We believe these measures together with our cyber risk management program as well as our policies, processes and procedures set a high benchmark for our employees to address and respond to cybersecurity threats.

10-K, 10-K Feb 26, 2026

VMC Vulcan Materials CO

8 paragraphs

… In addition, the rapid evolution and increased adoption of AI and machine learning technologies may intensify our cybersecurity risks. Because the techniques used to obtain unauthorized access or sabotage information technology systems change frequently, become more sophisticated and generally are …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 19, 2026

… Furthermore, we have a set of Company-wide policies and procedures concerning cybersecurity matters, which include an IT Security Policy and Cyber Incident Response Plan, as well as other policies that directly or indirectly relate to cybersecurity, non-public information …

10-K, 10-K Feb 19, 2026

NUE NUCOR CORP

6 paragraphs

We are subject to information technology and cybersecurity threats which could have an adverse effect on our business and results of operations.

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 25, 2026

… We continuously evaluate our cybersecurity systems and practices, assess potential threats, and improve our information technology networks, policies and procedures to address potential vulnerabilities. Despite efforts to assure secure and uninterrupted operations, threats from increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks or system failures …

Item 1A, Risk Factors, 10-K Feb 25, 2026

AA Alcoa Corp

0 paragraphs

Not mentioned in the latest 10-K.

AMRZ Amrize Ltd

0 paragraphs

Not mentioned in the latest 10-K.

ATI ATI INC

0 paragraphs

Not mentioned in the latest 10-K.

ATR APTARGROUP, INC.

0 paragraphs

Not mentioned in the latest 10-K.

AVNT AVIENT CORP

0 paragraphs

Not mentioned in the latest 10-K.

AWI ARMSTRONG WORLD INDUSTRIES INC

0 paragraphs

Not mentioned in the latest 10-K.

AXTA Axalta Coating Systems Ltd.

0 paragraphs

Not mentioned in the latest 10-K.

BCPC BALCHEM CORP

0 paragraphs

Not mentioned in the latest 10-K.

BDC BELDEN INC.

0 paragraphs

Not mentioned in the latest 10-K.