Analysis
June 19, 2026
Written by Laura Miller
South Korea has overtaken Canada as the top foreign supplier of steel to the US market.
Canada has traditionally been the largest exporter to the US by a large margin. But since the hike in Section 232 duties to 50% and the addition of steel derivatives to S232 coverage, Canadian steel shipments to the US have dropped precipitously.
Members of the Global Forum on Steel Excess Capacity (GFSEC) met in Wisconsin this week and unveiled an updated plan to combat market-distorting excess capacity. The Milwaukee Framework adds color to the 2017 “Berlin principles” and is a positive step in the ongoing battle against global steel market distortions. However,
This October, SMU is introducing a new way to keep you informed on the latest steel market news and insights: the Daily Digest. Beginning in mid-October, our new Daily Digest will replace the three newsletters currently delivered each week.
SMU’s Current Steel Buyers’ Sentiment Index fell this week, while Future Sentiment remained flat, according to our latest market survey.
The results of the latest Steel Market Update (SMU) flat-rolled market survey are now available on our website to all premium members.
This October, SMU is introducing a new way to keep you informed on the latest steel market news and insights: the Daily Digest. Beginning in mid-October, our new Daily Digest will replace the three newsletters currently delivered each week.