Editor’s Note: This article has been corrected to reflect the most recent AISI capacity utilization rates and the price delta between the ROW and the US. Judging by the plunging share price of steel producers and the collapse in steel prices from $1,006 per ton just over two years ago to $557 now, it would […]
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U.S. Steel Sector’s Capacity Utilization Hits 81.6%; Steel Price Slide Continues
The U.S. steel sector notched a capacity utilization rate of 81.6% for the week ending Nov. 2, according to a recent American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) report, as U.S. steel prices continue to plunge. Keep up to date on everything going on in the world of trade and tariffs via MetalMiner’s Trade Resource Center. […]
China’s Steel Capacity Rising Just as Demand is Weakening
A recent Platts report offers a worrying picture of overcapacity in the Chinese steel market, which could have ramifications for steel prices worldwide. Keep up to date on everything going on in the world of trade and tariffs via MetalMiner’s Trade Resource Center. When Europe or the U.S. has an overcapacity issue, domestic producers suffer […]
U.S. Steel Prices Plunge; Production Last Week Fell Below 80% Capacity
U.S. raw steel production for the week ending Oct. 19 slowed, with the sector’s capacity utilization rate checking in just below the important 80% mark, all coming as steel prices continue to fall — in some cases, to late 2016 levels. Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook Capacity […]
The October MMI Report: Steel Prices Slide, U.S. Readies E.U. Tariffs
The October 2019 Monthly Metals Index (MMI) report is in the books. Keep up to date on everything going on in the world of trade and tariffs via MetalMiner’s Trade Resource Center. This month, just one of the Monthly Metals Indexes (MMIs) increased, while six declined and three held flat. Some highlights from this month’s MMIs: After […]
Raw Steels MMI: Global Steel Prices Continue to Falter
The Raw Steels Monthly Metals Index (MMI) took another hit this month, dropping three points to 67. The index has now dropped for seven consecutive months — following an early 2019 high of 82 in March — on the back of falling steel prices. U.S. steel prices dropped in September, with plate prices recording the […]
Automotive MMI: After Strong August, Sales Slow in September
The Automotive Monthly Metals Index (MMI) held flat this month for an MMI reading of 85. Keep up to date on everything going on in the world of trade and tariffs via MetalMiner’s Trade Resource Center. U.S. Auto Sales The Big 3, which now all report sales on a quarterly basis, released sales figures for the […]
Global Steel Production Rises 3.4% in August; China’s Production Jumps 9.3%
Global crude steel production increased 3.4% in August on a year-over-year basis, the World Steel Association reported. Keep up to date on everything going on in the world of trade and tariffs via MetalMiner’s Trade Resource Center. Production for the month reached 156 million tons, according to the World Steel Association report, which collects production […]
Chinese Currency Devaluation Helps Reverse the U.S.-Chinese Steel Price Spread
The primary reason to pay attention to Chinese steel prices pertains to the country’s price leadership in the global marketplace. However, since currency dynamics shifted recently, now is a good time to take a more tactical look at the U.S.-China steel price spread. Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s […]
Earnings Suffer as U.S. Steel Companies Face Falling Steel Prices
Earnings guidance recently released by U.S. steel companies have a common denominator: the impact of falling steel prices. Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? Inquire about MetalMiner Insights today! Last year, upon the Trump administration’s implementation of Section 232 steel tariffs, domestic steel prices surged. However, since mid-2018, steel […]
