SMU Survey: Steel buyers maintain confident market outlook

SMU’s Buyers’ Sentiment Indices showed mixed movements this week but remain strong, reflecting continued confidence among steel buyers for their companies’ chances for success.

After climbing to a 10-month high in February, our Current Sentiment Index declined this week for the second-consecutive survey. Despite the dip, it remains one of the higher readings of the past year, continuing to indicate that buyers are optimistic for their companies’ chances of success.

Steel Buyers Sentiment

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.

Brett Linton

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