Analysis
July 10, 2025
SMU Survey: Sheet lead times stabilize, plate contracts
Written by Brett Linton
Mill lead times for sheet products were steady to slightly longer this week compared to our late June market check, while plate lead times contracted, according to steel buyers responding to this week’s market survey.
The average lead time for hot-rolled coil is now just over four and a half weeks. Production times for cold-rolled and coated products are running just under six and a half weeks. Plate’s average lead time eased to just over five weeks.
