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SMU Steel Summit 2026: Can’t-miss exclusive interviews
We’re officially less than 30 days from the kick-off of SMU Steel Summit 2026 in Atlanta.
Price: Setting the record straight on steel as the summer of trade heats up
The busy summer for US trade, which we wrote about previously, is heating up with new Section 301 forced labor duties of 10-12.5% imposed on 60 countries and new Section 338 duties of 50% announced on certain Canadian imports.
HR sources report stability, imports improve availability for some
Sources across the hot-rolled coil spot market said it was somewhat easier to find spot HR, at moderately shorter lead times, and at stable prices in recent days.
AMU Survey: Recyclers turn more cautious
AMU’s July survey found recyclers expecting lower prices as demand softened, while forward scrap supply views remained mixed.
Commerce modifies duties on Korean CR, galvanized sheet
The US Department of Commerce is adjusting the import duties on Korean cold-rolled and galvanized steel after two administrative reviews.
Reliance lauds US reshoring investments
Reliance Inc said that US government industrial policies contributed to its second-quarter financial success.
GrafTech narrows Q2 loss, expects ‘modest’ graphite electrode demand growth
GrafTech International’s net loss narrowed in the second quarter as the company expects a modest increase in demand for graphite electrodes in 2026.
Reliance finds competitive advantage amid suboptimal market conditions
Strong steel prices and elevated interest rates may be reshaping the competitive landscape among metals distributors.
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