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Basic MaterialsFour Risks U.S. Steel Corporation Investors Should Know Before Q4 Earnings
Earnings ReportAnalyzing US Steel Companies’ Q2 Guidance and Outlook
U.S. Steel Corporation (NYSE:X), Nucor (NYSE:NUE), and Steel Dynamics (NASDAQ:STLD) have released their second-quarter guidance and outlook.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Stocks: Bleak Guidance Masks Infrastructure Push
Earlier this week, US steel stocks rose sharply amid reports that the Trump administration is weighing a $1 trillion infrastructure stimulus plan.
Basic MaterialsU.S. Steel: Past Success, Current Scenario, and Uncertain Future
U.S. Steel Corporation (NYSE:X) was 27th among global steel producers last year. The company’s rank has slipped gradually over the years.
Basic MaterialsFor US Steel Stocks, China Is a Ray of Hope This Year
In 2020, China is a ray of hope for the global steel industry. China has recovered fast from the pandemic. The recovery has been V-shaped.
Basic MaterialsAnalysts Have Different Views on US Steel Stocks in May
UBS is bearish on US steel stocks. Last week, UBS lowered Steel Dynamic’s target price from $43 to $32 and Nucor’s target price from $56 to $39.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Companies: Price Hikes amid COVID-19
U.S. Steel Corporation, Nucor, and ArcelorMittal announced a price hike earlier this month. US steel prices fell to multiyear lows amid COVID-19.
Basic MaterialsU.S. Steel: Q1 Earnings, Layoffs, and Minntac Stake Sale
U.S. Steel Corporation (NYSE:X) released its first-quarter earnings on Thursday after the markets closed. The earnings were better than expected.
Basic MaterialsNUE and X to Report Q1 Earnings: What Should You Watch?
The earnings season is in full swing. This week, Nucor (NYSE:NUE) and U.S. Steel Corporation (NYSE:X) will likely release their first-quarter earnings.
Earnings ReportUS Steel Companies’ Q1 Earnings: What to Expect?
Steel Dynamics should report its first-quarter earnings after the markets close today. Other US steel companies’ earnings will follow in the coming weeks.
Basic MaterialsCould US Steel Prices Fall More amid COVID-19?
US steel prices have come under pressure this month following weakness in other industrial metals. The worst might not be over for industrial metals.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel, COVID-19, and the Dichotomy of ‘Essential’
US steel production data reflect the impact of COVID-19. In the week ending April 4, production fell by 18.9% compared to the same period in 2019.
Basic MaterialsHow Does COVID-19 Impact the US Steel Industry?
U.S. Steel Corporation (NYSE:X) has been under pressure due to the coronavirus, falling crude oil prices, and a weak balance sheet.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel, Coronavirus, and Undoing Trump’s Tariffs
So far, the US steel industry has faced a double whammy—the coronavirus and lower crude oil prices. The energy sector’s steel demand might crater this year.
IndustrialsU.S. Steel Is in Trouble, Not Due to Coronavirus
U.S. Steel’s current round of layoffs isn’t due to coronavirus. The company is idling its tubular facilities that produce steel for the energy industry.
Basic MaterialsHas U.S. Steel Stock Bottomed Out after the Sell-Off?
U.S. Steel Corporation has been in a free fall this year. The stock is trading at all-time lows. Recently, X has been hitting new lows.
Basic MaterialsU.S. Steel Stock Fell to All-Time Low, Dow Crashed Yesterday
U.S. Steel Corporation (NYSE:X) stock fell to historical lows on Monday. Also, the company’s market capitalization fell below $1 billion.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Industry Seeks More from ‘Tariff Man’ Trump
The US steel industry wants more tariff protection from the Trump administration. In 2018, President Trump imposed a 25% tariff on US steel imports.
Basic MaterialsWhy Is CLF Stock Sagging near 52-Week Lows?
Cleveland-Cliffs (NYSE:CLF) stock is trading near its 52-week lows amid the coronavirus scare. The outbreak has impacted the Chinese steel industry.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Stocks Fall Two Years after Trump’s Tariffs
Based on Monday’s closing prices, U.S. Steel (NYSE:X), Nucor (NYSE:NUE), and Cleveland-Cliffs (NYSE:CLF) have lost 28%, 24%, and 29%, respectively, in 2020.
Basic MaterialsCLF and U.S. Steel Stock Fall, Coronavirus Spreads
Cleveland-Cliffs and U.S. Steel Corporation stocks have fallen this week amid the broader market sell-off. The sector barely recovered from the trade war.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Imports Rose in January, Don’t Blame China!
Domestic mills blame China for the domestic industry’s woes. However, China only exported about 24,000 metric tons of steel to the US last month.
Basic MaterialsCoronavirus Impacts US Steel Companies’ Frail Recovery
US steel companies’ stock prices have fallen this year amid the coronavirus scare. Concerns about the coronavirus hit the Chinese economy.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Falls to 52-Week Low despite Trump’s Tariffs
U.S. Steel stock made an intraday low of $8.65 on Tuesday before closing marginally higher for the day. The level was a new 52-week low for the stock.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Imports Tumble, So Does U.S. Steel Stock!
US steel imports fell sharply in December. In 2019, imports fell to the lowest level since 2010. However, the fall hasn’t helped U.S. Steel stock.
Basic MaterialsIs U.S. Steel Stock a ‘Buy’ Before Its Q4 Earnings?
U.S. Steel Corporation (X) fell sharply in 2018 and 2019. So far, 2020 hasn’t been any better for the stock. The stock has lost almost 8% as of January 17.
Basic MaterialsDoes Trade Theory Back Up Trump’s Steel Tariffs?
Recent research has found that Donald Trump’s tariffs have been almost entirely passed onto US consumers—except for his steel tariffs.
Basic MaterialsCould US Steel Stocks Be a Contra Play in 2020?
Overall, 2019 was a mixed year for US steel stocks. However, due to the rally in the fourth quarter, most stocks managed to close the year with gains.
Basic MaterialsWhy US Steel Stock Underperformed Peers in 2019
U.S. Steel stock (X) has underperformed peers so far in 2019. Notably, it’s the only leading US steel name that’s trading with a YTD (year-to-date) loss.
Basic MaterialsRoss Defends Trump’s Steel Tariffs as Layoffs Mount
US Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross defended President Donald Trump’s Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs in a recent interview.
Company & Industry OverviewsAdvanced Valuation Concepts: The Art of Valuing Stocks
Stock valuation is both an art and a science. We’ll look at some advanced valuation concepts, drilling down into the “art” part of valuing stocks.
Basic MaterialsGlobal Steel Production Tumbles Even as China Recovers
Today, the World Steel Association released its November global steel production data, which showed that production was down 1.0% year-over-year.
Basic MaterialsDark Clouds Hover over U.S. Steel despite Trump’s Tariffs
On Thursday, U.S. Steel (X) provided its fourth-quarter earnings guidance. The company expects to post an adjusted EBITDA of -$25 million.
Basic MaterialsA Look at Analysts’ Top 5 US Steel Stocks
In this overview article, we’ll see how analysts are rating the leading steel stocks, and we’ll also compare performance from the top five steel companies.
Basic MaterialsCan US Steel Stocks’ Santa Claus Rally Continue?
US steel stocks have been on fire in the fourth quarter and have outperformed the broader markets. However, they’re still far below last year’s highs.
Basic MaterialsDoes the USMCA Still Have a Steel Problem?
The USMCA (United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement) was signed last year. However, only Mexico has ratified the agreement so far.
Basic MaterialsFor the US Steel Industry, China’s No Longer the Villain!
For a long time, US steel producers blamed Chinese steel exports for depressing prices. However, Chinese exports have fallen sharply this year.
Basic MaterialsCLF and AKS Merger: Could Goncalves Be the X Factor?
Apart from all of the synergies and strategic rationales, CLF’s current management team, especially Goncalves, might be the X factor for the transaction.
Basic MaterialsCLF Acquires AKS: A Match Made in Heaven?
Yesterday, Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF) announced that it would acquire AK Steel (AKS) at a premium of 16% over both stocks’ December 2 closing prices.
Investments & DealsCLF Buys AK Steel: A Win-Win Transaction?
Today, Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF) announced that it was buying AK Steel (AKS), a flat rolled steel producer that supplies mainly to the automotive sector.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Stocks: Can Trump Play ‘Santa’ Yet Again?
President Trump tweeted that the Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs would be restored for Brazil and Argentina. Could this Santa Claus rally continue?
Basic MaterialsWhy Global Steel Production Fell in October
Yesterday, the World Steel Association released data that showed global steel production falling YoY (year-over-year) in October.
Basic MaterialsCLF Might Benefit, US Steel Imports Tumble
Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF) stock has risen 12.7% this month. The stock has risen 9.2% YTD (year-to-date) based on its closing prices on Tuesday.
Basic MaterialsIs the US Steel Industry Finally ‘Thriving’ This Month?
Based on yesterday’s closing prices, U.S. Steel Corporation (X), AK Steel (AKS), and Nucor (NUE) were up 20.2%, 14.8%, and 3.8%, respectively, this month.
Basic MaterialsIs Cleveland-Cliffs or U.S. Steel Stock More Attractive?
Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF) and U.S. Steel (X) stocks have underperformed markets this year. However, U.S. Steel has been strong in November.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Industry: Layoffs Mount despite Trump’s Tariffs
There have been reports of several layoffs in the US steel industry this year, in contrast to last year’s news of plant restarts and new plants.
Basic MaterialsGet Real: Musk Confronts Criticism, Earnings Continue
In today’s Get Real, we saw Apple Watch’s performance and another loss for Boeing. Plus, Google’s Fitbit acquisition faces scrutiny from the EU.
Basic MaterialsCleveland-Cliffs and U.S. Steel Await Another ‘Trump Effect’
Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF) and U.S. Steel (X) are in the red this year. As we head into the 2020 election, both companies desperately need another “Trump effect.”
Basic MaterialsCLF, U.S. Steel Corporation Read the Writing on the Wall
CLF and U.S. Steel Corporation are looking at electric arc furnaces, whose variable cost dynamics make them suitable for the cyclical steel industry.
Basic MaterialsGet Real: Roller Coaster Continues This Earnings Season
AT&T stock is prospering, while Netflix’s problems could be rising. We also have the latest earnings including U.S. Steel and Chevron today.
Basic MaterialsCiti Has Some Bad News for CLF Stock and US Steel
Citi is bearish on iron ore and steel prices, expecting bad news for Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF) and US steel companies. This year, CLF stock is trading almost flat.
Basic MaterialsTwo Reasons US Steel Stock Is Surging Today
U.S. Steel stock (X) is trading with sharp gains today after the company released its Q3 earnings. Here’s why the market is so optimistic about X.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel and AK Steel Diverge after Q3 Earnings
AK Steel (AKS) reported its third-quarter earnings on Wednesday in after-market trading. The stock fell sharply during trading on Thursday.
Basic MaterialsAK Steel Stock Fell after Q3 Earnings Miss
AK Steel (AKS) stock was trading deep in the red in after-market trade on Wednesday. Based on the YTD price action, the stock is outperforming its peers.
Basic MaterialsU.S. Steel: Profits Might Fall to the Pre-Trump Era
U.S. Steel’s third-quarter earnings are scheduled for today after the markets close. The company’s third-quarter profitability could fall sharply.
Basic MaterialsWhat to Watch in AK Steel’s Q3 Earnings Today
AK Steel’s Q3 earnings are expected today after the markets close. The company will hold its earnings call on Thursday. The stock might be volatile.
Basic MaterialsWhy US Steel Short Sellers Might Lose on Their Bets
Things could turn around for the US steel sector, with mills pushing for price hikes. Earnings results this week could also surprise positively.
Basic MaterialsCleveland-Cliffs: Analysts Weren’t Impressed after Q3
Analysts weren’t impressed with Cleveland-Cliffs’ third-quarter earnings. On Thursday, J.P. Morgan lowered its target price from $8 to $7.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Companies Call a Bottom after Prices Plummet
Domestic prices have plunged to a three-year low. However, US steel companies are calling it a bottom now in terms of pricing.
Basic MaterialsCan US Steel Stocks Gain from Trump’s Turkey Tariffs?
Trump imposed a 25% tariff on US steel imports in 2018, and he recently doubled Turkey’s Section 232 tariffs to 50%. Will this really help?
Basic MaterialsAre Trump’s US Steel Tariffs Just a Pawn in the Game?
US steel tariffs have been a pawn in the broader game. In order to get a bigger trade deal, the US looked amenable to relaxing the tariffs.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Stocks: Trade Optimism Versus Reality Check
US steel stocks spiked on Friday as trade deal optimism lifted equity markets. Metals and mining stocks were the biggest gainers in Friday’s trade.
Basic MaterialsTrump Steel Tariffs: Will History Repeat Itself?
Will President Trump lift the steel tariffs like President Bush? President Trump’s steel tariffs will likely remain due to his support base.
Basic MaterialsWill U.S. Steel’s New Structure Beat the Weak Market?
U.S. Steel announced a new organizational structure and operating model. Will the company’s latest transformational steps help it tide the weak market?
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Stocks Survive a Downgrade from Moody’s
Moody’s turned bearish on the US steel sector and downgraded the sector’s outlook from stable to negative. However, US steel stocks have been largely stable.
Basic Materials‘Thriving’ US Steel Sector Could Face More Troubles in Q4
Trump has claimed that the US steel sector was “thriving” under his administration. However, steel stocks have looked weak.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Prices Fall, Plant Closures Follow
The bottom line is that steel prices are weaker due to global weakness and tepid US demand. President Trump’s trade war has impacted steel prices.
Basic MaterialsFinally, a U.S. Steel Investment Pleases the Markets
Today, U.S. Steel announced that it would acquire a 49.9% stake in Big River Steel. The stock is trading sharply higher today after the announcement.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Imports Fell: Don’t Celebrate Just Yet!
Preliminary data showed that US steel imports fell sharply in August after the spike in July. However, falling imports haven’t restored investor sentiments.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel ‘Thriving’ No More as Big Bull Caves In
JPMorgan Chase analyst Michael Gambardella downgraded US steel stocks. Gambardella had been bullish on US steel stocks even when Wall Street turned bearish.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Stocks: Is the Island Party Finally Over?
US steel stocks have been volatile this year. September started on a strong note for steel stocks. However, the stocks were weak last week.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Guidance: A Negative Read for Cleveland-Cliffs
Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF) and its US steel peers are on a roller-coaster ride in 2019. CLF fell 25.5% in August alone. Year-to-date, it’s up 6.4%.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Companies’ Guidance Opens a Can of Worms
This week, three leading US steel companies provided their third-quarter earnings guidances. All these guidances were lower than analysts were expecting.
Basic Materials‘Thriving’ US Steel Companies Face Moment of Truth
Last month, Trump claimed that the US steel industry is “thriving.” With US steel companies set to release their guidance, we may see if Trump is right.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Stocks: Decoding the Good and Bad News
US steel stocks are flying high this month. U.S. Steel Corporation (X) has gained 19.5% so far, while AK Steel (AKS) is up 31.0%.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Stocks: Don’t Count Your Chickens Yet!
US steel stocks are rising today on multiple factors. There’s rising optimism over a US-China trade deal, and Chinese steel exports plummeted in August.
Basic MaterialsTrade War Eases, Bringing Respite to US Steel Stocks
US steel stocks have been strong in September amid the trade war de-escalation. U.S. Steel and AK Steel are up 4.8% and 6.0%, respectively, this month.
Basic MaterialsUS Non-Farm Payroll Disappoints: Whose Fault Is It?
Today, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released the US non-farm payroll data for August. The US economy added fewer-than-expected jobs last month.
Basic MaterialsCLF Stock: Buy Now in the Current Dip?
Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc (CLF) stock is having a roller coaster ride in 2019, as well as its US steel peers. CLF’s stock declined by 25.5% in August.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Hit by a Flurry of Negative News
For the metals and mining industry, good news has been tough to come by this year. On Tuesday, Moody’s downgraded U.S. Steel’s credit rating by one notch.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Imports Surge: Looking Beyond the Headlines
US steel imports rose sharply in July. However, if we look beyond the headlines, we may find that things aren’t as bleak as they seem.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Companies: Is Buffett’s Prophesy Coming True?
According to Buffett, “Americans will be both more prosperous and safer if all nations thrive.” His words might be especially prophetic for US steel companies.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Stocks: Why Brokerages Are Bearish
Several leading brokerages have taken a bearish view of US steel stocks. All leading steel stocks are trading with year-to-date losses.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Industry Has Plenty of Bad News for Trump
The US steel industry might have plenty of bad news for President Trump. New investments have been put on hold. There have been some layoffs as well.
Basic MaterialsU.S. Steel: Troubles Compound amid Market Downturn
On Wednesday, Jefferies lowered U.S. Steel’s (X) target price from $16 to $14. Jefferies also lowered the target price in July.
Basic MaterialsLayoffs for U.S. Steel: Is Trump Listening?
In a regulatory filing, U.S. Steel announced layoffs. Last week, President Trump claimed that the US steel industry is “thriving” due to his tariffs.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Industry ‘Thriving’ Says Trump—Is It True?
Last week, US President Donald Trump said at a rally that the US steel industry was “thriving” under his presidency. Is he right?
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Stocks Surge, China Tariffs Delayed
US steel stocks have risen sharply on Tuesday. The Trump administration has delayed the tariffs on some Chinese products until December.
Basic MaterialsChinese Exports Fall, but No Relief for US Steel Players
US steel players see higher Chinese steel exports as a major challenge. While Chinese steel exports have moderated, US steel stocks continue to drop.
Basic MaterialsU.S. Steel Corporation Is Playing Offense: Should It Be?
U.S. Steel Corporation released its second-quarter results last week. Though its earnings were better than expected, it saw a selling spree.
Basic MaterialsU.S. Steel’s Q2 Earnings Beat: Is It Impressive?
On Thursday, U.S. Steel released its Q2 earnings after the markets closed. Notably, U.S. Steel’s Q2 earnings beat the estimates.
Basic MaterialsU.S. Steel’s Q2 Earnings: What Should You Expect?
U.S. Steel’s Q2 earnings are scheduled to be released Thursday. Although the stock fell to its 52-week low in May, it has bounced back.
Basic MaterialsWhat to Know about AK Steel’s Q2 Earnings Beat
AK Steel (AKS) posted its second-quarter results yesterday after markets closed, beating analysts’ expectation for a second straight quarter.
Basic MaterialsAK Steel’s Q2 Earnings: Are the Estimates Aggressive?
AK Steel’s Q2 earnings are expected on July 29 after the markets close. The stock has bounced back sharply after hitting a 52-week low in May.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Stocks Are Rising Amid Uptrend in Pricing
US steel stocks are rising in July despite the earnings miss from Nucor and Steel Dynamics. AK Steel’s earnings are expected on July 29.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Prices Rise, Not Due to Trump’s Tariffs
The current uptrend in prices isn’t exactly due to President Trump’s tariffs. US steel companies look serious about supply discipline.
Basic MaterialsUS Steel Companies Might Get Another Lifeline from Trump
Trump is reportedly planning to increase the content of US-made steel in federal projects, which would be a lifeline for US steel companies.
Basic MaterialsChina’s Steel Exports Fall, but Industry Woes Continue
On Friday, China released its June trade data. Its steel capacity and steel exports have been a challenge for the global industry.
MiscellaneousUS Steel Companies Announce Price Hikes
According to S&P Global Platts, Nucor (NUE) announced a price increase of $40 per short ton. The price hike will be applicable immediately.
MiscellaneousTrump’s Tariffs Are Reshaping the US Steel Industry
Life has come full circle for US steelmakers. U.S. Steel Corporation announced the curtailment of two blast furnaces last month.