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    March 25, 2024

    AISI: Raw steel production slips again

    Written by Brett Linton

    Domestic raw steel production slipped for the second consecutive week, and is now at a seven-week low, according to the most recent data from the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI).

    Steel output in the US totaled an estimated 1,703,000 short tons (st) in the week ended March 23, down 11,000 st or 0.6% from the previous week. Raw production is down 0.9% compared to the same week last year when production totaled 1,718,000 st.

    Brett Linton

    Brett Linton is a digital operations analyst for Steel Market Update, where he began his career. Linton has been in the steel industry since 2010. He has held roles as a category manager and strategic insights director at Reibus before returning to SMU in 2024. He is a graduate of The University of North Georgia with a degree in Finance and Accounting. Brett can be reached at brett@steelmarketupdate.com or 724-314-0179.

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