AISI: Raw steel output slips

Domestic mill output declined last week, according to the latest data released by the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). While down, production remains historically strong, holding near multi-year highs since June.

Raw steel production was estimated at 1,764,000 short tons (st) for the week ending Sept. 13 (Figure 1). Output decreased 31,000 st, or 1.7%, from the previous week, just 36,000 st beneath the three-and-a-half-year high seen two weeks ago.

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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