SMU Survey: Sheet and plate lead times stabilize

Sheet and plate lead times saw minor shifts this week, according to SMU’s latest market survey. Lead times for sheet products have inched higher over the last month, but, as they have since May, remain within days of multi-year lows. Plate lead times have bobbed within a tight range for months, hovering roughly a week longer than this time last year.

The average lead time for hot-rolled coil is just over 4.5 weeks. Cold-rolled and coated product lead times are all around 6.5 weeks. Plate’s average lead time is just over 5 weeks.

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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