In this article, we’ll look at ArcelorMittal’s 1Q17 cash flow and leverage positions. As of the end of 1Q17, ArcelorMittal had net debt of $12.1 billion.
ArcelorMittal’s 1Q17 operating income rose sharply in 1Q17 compared to 4Q16. There are several other metrics we can look at to assess a company’s financial performance.
U.S. Steel cut its EBITDA guidance three times in the current year. During the earnings conference call, it gave an EBITDA guidance of $1.2–$1.4 billion for 2015.
ArcelorMittal’s YTD price movement has been falling quarter-over-quarter in 2015. After the 3Q15 earnings report, the company fell by 0.55% to close at $5.43 per share.
Housing starts are a leading indicator of residential construction activity. Housing starts in May increased 4.6% on a year-over-year basis. However, compared to April, they dipped 11.1%.
The construction sector accounts for more than 40% of total steel consumption in the US. In April, construction spending increased 2.2% over the previous month.
