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AISI Op-Ed: Policy wins that strengthened American steel in 2025
AISI’s Kevin Dempsey looks back at 2025.
Pig iron prices poised for an increase?
The price of pig iron looks to strengthen as producing nations cite rising ferrous scrap values.
Rig count falls in both US and Canada
The US and Canadian rig counts both fell this week, according to the latest Baker Hughes data released on Friday, Dec. 19.
AMU: To hedge or not to hedge
We will examine the wisdom of hedging from the perspective of both the LME and Midwest premium, and whether you are approaching the market as a buyer or a seller.
SMU Community Chat: Tanners talks 2026, TACO, tariffs, and 2025’s market trends
An SMU Community Chat with Timna Tanners.
Promet acquires Heidtman plant in East Chicago
Independent service center Promet Steel Inc. has acquired Heidtman Steel Products’ facility in East Chicago, Ind. Terms of the deal, which closed on Dec. 15, were not disclosed.
SMU Mill Order Index falls in November
SMU’s Mill Order Index (MOI) declined in November after surging the month prior. The fall came as service center intake levels sharply declined, supported by a cut in shipments, according to our latest service center inventories data.
CRU: US sheet price increases open the door to import opportunities
US Midwest sheet prices continued to rise alongside continued mill prices increases as lead times remained extended.
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