AISI: Raw steel mill output stabilizes

Domestic mill production inched higher last week, according to the latest figures released by the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Prior to the start of this month, raw output had remained historically strong since June.

US mills produced an estimated 1,747,000 short tons (st) of raw steel in the week ending Oct. 25, a 3,000 st increase from the prior week (Figure 1). Output has generally trended lower since peaking at a three-and-a-half-year high of 1,800,000 st in August.

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.