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January 4, 2013
Chinese Trade Data for November
Written by John Packard
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Final Thoughts: World Cup edition
The World Cup only comes around every four years. So let's take a walk down memory lane to see where the steel market stood four years ago.
Coated duties crush HDG imports in 2026
A major trade case finalized late last year, along with higher Section 232 tariffs, account for the reduced imports.
SMU Survey: Sheet and plate lead times extend further
Steel mill lead times extended this week on both sheet and plate products, now at multi-year highs.
HR buyers remain hopeful imports can meet spot demand
Some domestic spot market buyers say they're seeking imported hot-rolled (HR) coils.
Brazilian pig iron deals slow on Section 301 tariff uncertainty
One possible reason for the lull in activity is the ambiguity of the tariff treatment of Brazilian pig iron following an announcement last week from the Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) about Section 301 tariffs.