Analysis
March 6, 2024
Written by Laura Miller
What are folks in the steel industry talking about at present?
Respondents to SMU’s mini-survey this week shared some of their thoughts with us about what’s going on in the market. Rather than summarizing their responses, here’s some of what they had to say in their own words.
Members of the Global Forum on Steel Excess Capacity (GFSEC) met in Wisconsin this week and unveiled an updated plan to combat market-distorting excess capacity. The Milwaukee Framework adds color to the 2017 “Berlin principles” and is a positive step in the ongoing battle against global steel market distortions. However,
This October, SMU is introducing a new way to keep you informed on the latest steel market news and insights: the Daily Digest. Beginning in mid-October, our new Daily Digest will replace the three newsletters currently delivered each week.
SMU’s Current Steel Buyers’ Sentiment Index fell this week, while Future Sentiment remained flat, according to our latest market survey.
The results of the latest Steel Market Update (SMU) flat-rolled market survey are now available on our website to all premium members.
This October, SMU is introducing a new way to keep you informed on the latest steel market news and insights: the Daily Digest. Beginning in mid-October, our new Daily Digest will replace the three newsletters currently delivered each week.