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    January 2, 2025

    AISI: Raw steel production closes 2024 on a modest note

    Written by Brett Linton

    Raw steel mill production edged lower last week, according to data recently released by the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Domestic production has modestly recovered since bottoming out in October but is significantly lower than levels recorded earlier in the year.

    AISI estimated raw steel output was 1,658,000 short tons (st) during the week ending Dec. 28. Production fell by 32,000 st or 1.9% from the prior week’s 13-week high of 1,690,000 st. Recall that, in early October, production declined to a 20-month low of 1,606,000 st (Figure 1).

    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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