Distributors/Service Centers

April 17, 2026
SMU Survey: Buyers’ Sentiment Indices remain strongly bullish
Written by Brett Linton
SMU’s Steel Buyers’ Sentiment Indices increased again this week to high levels not seen in over a year. These proprietary measures indicate that steel buyers remain highly optimistic about their businesses’ chances for current and future success.
The Current Steel Buyers’ Sentiment Index jumped to the highest rate recorded in almost two and a half years. The Future Buyers’ Sentiment Index also increased, rising to the strongest level seen in over a year.

