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.
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.
U.S. raw steel production continued to soften this week, falling to 1.774 million tons — down 0.9% from last week, though still up 4.9% year to date. High energy costs are taking a measurable toll on economic activity, and that's beginning to show up in production numbers.
