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Oil Tops $111, the Dow Surges 1,300 Points & Jobs Surprise to the Upside: Recycling & Scrap Metal Report — April 6, 2026

U.S. raw steel production bounced back this week to 1.803 million tons — up 1.2% from last week and up 5% year to date. The 50% tariff protection continues to hold domestic output firm even as the broader economy expands at a modest pace.

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Steel Tariffs, Oil Shock and a Slowing Economy: recycling & Scrap Metal Report March 30, 2026

U.S. raw steel production dipped slightly this past week to 1.791 million tons, down 1.1% from the prior week — but remains up a healthy 5% year to date. The combination of modest economic growth and 50% steel tariff protection continues to support domestic output.

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