AISI: Raw steel mill output slips, holds historically strong

Domestic raw steel output eased last week to an 11-week low, according to recent American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) figures. Production has declined in four of the past five weeks but remains historically strong.

The estimated volume of raw steel produced in the week ending July 11 was 1,840,000 short tons (st) (Figure 1). Output fell 16,000 st, or 0.9%, from the week prior. Recall that production touched a six-year high of 1,898,000 st back in May.

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.