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 […]
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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 […]
This Morning in Metals: U.S. Steel Imports Fall in August
This morning in metals news, U.S. steel imports fell in August compared with July, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi called for the beginning of an impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump and Indian mining companies are concerned about the impending expiration of leases for non-captive iron ore mines. Keep up to date on everything going on […]
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 […]
This Morning in Metals: United Steelworkers Ratify Alcoa Labor Deal
This morning in metals news, members of the United Steelworkers union ratified a new Alcoa labor deal, the European Steel Association (EUROFER) recently released its 2019 European Steel in Figures report and LME copper prices were up Friday. Keep up to date on everything going on in the world of trade and tariffs via MetalMiner’s […]
U.S. Steel Sector’s Capacity Utilization Falls to 80.7%
The U.S. steel industry posted a capacity utilization rate of 80.7% for the year through Sept. 14, down slightly from the 80.8% utilization rate for the year through Sept. 7, according to the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Keep up to date on everything going on in the world of trade and tariffs via […]
GM Strike Could be a Boon to Steel Buyers
Nothing entertains me more than receiving an oddball inbound phone call, email or, in this case, text message when something hits metals markets. A great inbound came in yesterday regarding the nationwide strike at General Motors, which could have an impact on steel prices. The question, “Do you think the GM strike will pull the […]
European Commission Proposes Lowering Steel Quota Hike to 3%
Lacking a Trumpian figure in overall charge of such measures, import controls take time to be worked out in Europe, as they require consensus among E.U. members that often have conflicting priorities. One issue they do seem to agree on, though, is the need to protect Europe from rising imports of cheap steel products. Need […]
Raw Steels MMI: Sluggish August Demand Hits Index
The Raw Steels Monthly Metals Index (MMI) dropped more significantly compared to last month’s one-point decline, this month falling by four points to 70. Global prices looked weak overall; however, U.S. futures spot prices increased, along with U.S. shredded scrap prices. Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook U.S. […]
This Morning in Metals: Bank of America Cuts Steel Price Forecast
This morning in metals news, Bank Of America cut its steel price forecast, copper prices dropped and gold lost some of its safe haven luster. Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook Gloomy Steel Forecast Bank of America has cut its steel price forecast and is less than optimistic […]