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Chinese steel traders seek delay of new rebar standards
Regional steel trading associations in China are seeking new quality standards for steel rebar, used in construction, to be delayed after news of the rules' planned implementation on Sept. 25 triggered inventory sell-downs, traders and…
Acerinox says economic concerns cloud steel demand recovery in Europe
Spanish steelmaker Acerinox (ACX.MC), opens new tab said on Wednesday that visibility would remain poor across the European steel markets in the third quarter, as economic uncertainty translates into slower than expected demand recovery.Global rebar prices mostly stabilized in July
Global rebar prices have remained stable in most major regions since the beginning of July. The market stagnation is a result of a slowdown in steel demand.
Steelmaker Nucor beats estimates as volumes partially offset weak pricing
Nucor Corp (NUE.N), opens new tab beat estimates for quarterly earnings on Monday as increased volumes in the steel products segment partially offset the lower domestic steel prices.
Nippon Steel hires Mike Pompeo to advise on U.S. Steel deal
Japan's biggest steelmaker, Nippon Steel Corp. (5401.T), opens new tab, has hired former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to help with its effort to acquire U.S. Steel (X.N), opens new tab, the Japanese company…Global stainless steel production increases in Q1 y-o-y
Global stainless steel production rose by 5.5% in January-March 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, reaching 14.58 million tons, according to the World Stainless Association.Italy reduced steel production by 3.6% m/m in June
The production of rolled products fell by 8.3% m/m during the month, and the production of flat products increased by 0.5% m/mAISI Reported Surge in U.S. Raw Steel Output
The leading producer was the Southern region, with an output of 737,000 net tons.US steelmakers brace for tepid quarterly profit, further price declines
Top U.S. steelmakers are expected to post a decline in second-quarter earnings and could face additional pressure from a further retreat in steel prices heading into a slow summer season, according to analysts.Global stainless steel production increased by 5.5% y/y in Q1
During the period, stainless steel output increased in most regions except EuropeCleveland-Cliffs to buy Canadian steelmaker Stelco for $2.8 billion
Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF.N), opens new tab will buy Canadian steelmaker Stelco Holdings (STLC.TO), opens new tab for C$3.85 billion ($2.8 billion), it said on Monday, marking its first acquisition since a failed bid for rival U.S.…Nippon Steel talks future of Mon Valley and union jobs if it acquires U.S. Steel
The acquisition of U.S. Steel by Japan's largest steelmaker has raised questions about the future of the Mon Valley and local steelworkers.US, Mexico agree to new rules on Chinese steel, aluminum imports
The United States on Wednesday unveiled stricter rules on steel and aluminum imports in coordination with Mexico as part of an effort to prevent Chinese-made goods from circumventing tariffs.China’s Baosteel lowers August prices on hot-rolled steel
China’s leading flat-rolled manufacturer Baosteel cut prices on some domestic products for August sales. It is reported by Kallanish.Biden admin to tax foreign-made steel and aluminum imports routed through Mexico
The Biden administration is imposing tariffs on steel and aluminum shipped from Mexico that were made elsewhereGlobal scrap prices stabilized in early July
Scrap prices during the first week of July 2024 rose slightly in most regions or remained stable. Most market participants predict the immutability of prices in the short term, since there are no factors for…Stainless steel prices rise in Southeast Asia
A major Southeast Asian stainless steel manufacturer has announced price increases. The Japanese economy is on course for growth. And the LME suspends two nickel brands from Finnish producer Norilsk Nickel Harjavalta Oy.
US miners push Washington to revive long-dormant Bureau of Mines
Mining trade groups plan to push Washington to revive and expand the long-dormant Bureau of Mines, an effort aimed at streamlining how the U.S. government regulates and supports critical minerals production and timed to coincide…Global prices for hot-rolled coils declined in June
The automotive industry and the production of household appliances in the EU have problems with sales of their products