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September World Crude Steel Production Dips Slightly vs. August
Oct. 24, 2011 - World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 123.57 million tonnes for September 2011, 0.8% lower than the 124.59 million tonnes reported for the previous month (August 2011) and 9.7% higher in comparison with September 2010.
August Steel Shipments up 12.1% from July
Oct. 20, 2011 - U.S. steel mills shipped 8,304,638 net tons for the month of August 2011, according to the latest report from AISI.
Metal Shipments Continue Year-Over-Year Growth in September
Oct. 19, 2011 - Service center shipments remained above 2010 levels for steel and aluminum products in both the U.S. and Canada in September, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute.
worldsteel Provides Short Range Outlook for Steel in 2011, 2012
Oct. 13, 2011 - The World Steel Association is forecasting a 6.5% increase in apparent steel use in 2011, to 1,398 million tonnes, following growth of 15.1% in 2010. An additional 5.4% increase for world steel demand is forecast for 2012.
Stainless Production Rises in First Half on Mixed Regional Performance
Oct. 5, 2011 - World stainless steel crude steel production increased 3.8% in the first half of 2011 vs. to the comparable year-ago period, according to preliminary figures recently released by the International Stainless Steel Forum.
Growth in Metal Shipments Stable in August
Sep. 21, 2011 - Service center shipments increased from the same period in 2010 at about the same rate as July for both steel and aluminum in Canada and at a higher rate in the U.S., according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute.
August 2011 World Crude Steel Production Dips 2.3% vs. July
Sep. 21, 2011 - World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 124.59 million tonnes for August 2011, 2.3% lower than the 127.48 million tonnes reported for the previous month (July 2011) and 9.8% higher in comparison with August 2010.
July Steel Shipments Down 3% from June
Sep. 20, 2011 - U.S. steel mills shipped 7,409,450 net tons for the month of July 2011, a 3.0% decrease from the previous month’s shipments according to the latest report from AISI.
World Crude Steel Utilization Dips in July 2011
Aug. 23, 2011 - World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 127.48 million tonnes for July 2011, 0.2% lower than the previous month (June 2011) and 11.5% higher in comparison with July 2010.
June Steel Shipments up 3.5% From May
Aug. 18, 2011 - U.S. steel mills shipped 7,639,108 net tons for the month of June 2011, a 3.5% increase from the previous month’s shipments according to the latest report from AISI.
Growth in Metal Shipments Continues to Slow
Aug. 17, 2011 - Service center shipments increased from year-ago levels, but growth rates continue to slow from earlier this year for both steel and aluminum in Canada and for steel in the U.S., according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute. Aluminum shipments in the U.S. declined slightly from July 2010.
World Crude Steel Production Dips Slightly in June 2011
Jul. 21, 2011 - World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 127.75 million tonnes for June 2011, 1.6% lower than the previous month (May 2011) and 8.0% higher in comparison with June 2010.
Growth in Metals Shipments Slows in June
Jul. 19, 2011 - U.S. and Canadian metals service center shipments of both steel and aluminum increased in June from 2010 levels according to the latest Metals Activity Report from MSCI, although the rate of growth slowed significantly.
May Steel Shipments up 1.7% from April
Jul. 19, 2011 - U.S. steel mills shipped 7,380,064 net tons for the month of May 2011, a 1.7% increase from the 7,258,534 net tons shipped in the previous month according to the latest report from AISI.
World Steel in Figures 2011
Jul. 1, 2011 - The World Steel Association (worldsteel) has published the 2011 edition of World Steel in Figures. The reference highlights, among other facts and figures, the top steel-producing countries and worldsteel member companies for 2010.
World Crude Steel Production up Again in May 2011
Jun. 21, 2011 - World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 129.9 million tonnes for May 2011, 2.3% higher than the previous month (April 2011) and 4.2% higher in comparison with May 2010.
Metal Service Center Shipment Levels Strengthen in May
Jun. 20, 2011 - U.S. and Canadian metals service center shipments of steel and aluminum products returned to more robust growth rates during May, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from MSCI.
April Steel Shipments down 9.3% from March
Jun. 17, 2011 - U.S. steel mills shipped 7,258,534 net tons for the month of April 2011, a 9.3% decrease from the 8,006,016 net tons shipped in the previous month according to the latest report from the AISI.
World Crude Steel Production Dips Slightly in April 2011
May 23, 2011 - World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 127 million tonnes for April 2011, 1.9% lower than the previous month (March 2011) and 5.0% higher in comparison with April 2010.
U.S., Canadian Steel Shipment Growth Rate Slows in April
May 19, 2011 - The rate of growth of steel shipments from metals service centers in the United States and Canada slowed during April, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from MSCI. Steel shipments from U.S. and Canadian service centers rose 11.3% and 4.5% during the month, respectively.
March Steel Shipments up 14.9% from February
May 18, 2011 - U.S. steel mills shipped 8,006,015 net tons for the month of March 2011, a 14.9% increase from the 6,967,481 net tons shipped in the previous month, according to the latest report from AISI.
March 2011 World Crude Steel Production Climbs 11% over February Total
Apr. 21, 2011 - World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 129 million tonnes for March 2011, 11.0% higher than the previous month (February 2011) and 7.0% higher in comparison with March 2010.
U.S., Canadian Metals Shipments Hold Steady in March
Apr. 20, 2011 - March shipments of steel and aluminum products from U.S. and Canadian metals service centers showed continued steady growth from the previous year, according to MSCI’s latest Metals Activity Report.
February Steel Shipments Down 7.5% from January
Apr. 19, 2011 - U.S. steel mills shipped 6,967,481 net tons for the month of February 2011, a 7.5% decrease from the 7,528,655 net tons shipped in the previous month, according to the latest report from AISI.
worldsteel Presents Short Range Outlook
Apr. 19, 2011 - The World Steel Association is forecasting that apparent steel use will increase by 5.9% to 1,359 million tonnes in 2011, and by 6.0% in 2012 to reach a new record of 1,441 million tonnes.
World Crude Steel Production Dips Slightly in February 2011
Mar. 22, 2011 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to World Steel Association stood at an estimated 117 million tonnes for February 2011, 2.4% lower than the previous month (January 2011) and 8.8% higher in comparison with February 2010.
January Steel Shipments up 5.9% from December
Mar. 18, 2011 - U.S. steel mills shipped 7,528,655 net tons for the month of January 2011, a 5.9% increase from the 7,111,031 net tons shipped in the previous month according to the latest report from AISI.
U.S., Canadian Metals Shipments Growth Rate Declined in February
Mar. 17, 2011 - Inventory-to-sales ratios for steel and aluminum products rose in February at North American metals service centers, although shipments of those products rose at lower growth rates than in January, according to MSCI’s latest Metals Activity Report.
Global Stainless Steel Production Reached New Record High in 2010
Mar. 8, 2011 - Global stainless steel melting activities increased by 24.9% in 2010 to a new record high of 30.7 million tonnes, according to the latest report from the International Stainless Steel Forum.
World Crude Steel Production Continues Rise in January 2011
Feb. 22, 2011 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 119 million tonnes for January 2011 — 2.8% higher than the previous month (December 2010) and 5.3% higher in comparison with January 2010.
U.S., Canadian Metals Shipments Surged in January
Feb. 18, 2011 - Shipments of steel and aluminum from metals service centers in the United States and Canada surged in January, according to MSCI’s latest Metals Activity Report.
December Steel Shipments up 8.6% from November
Feb. 17, 2011 - U.S. steel mills shipped 7,111,031 net tons for the month of December 2010, an 8.6% increase from the 6,549,025 net tons shipped in the previous month and a 17.8% increase from the 6,034,538 net tons shipped in December 2009, according to the latest report from AISI.
November Steel Shipments Down 1.2% from October
Feb. 8, 2011 - U.S. steel mills shipped 6,549,025 net tons for the month of November 2010, a 1.2% decrease from the 6,629,195 net tons shipped in October 2010, and a 20.7% increase from the 5,424,077 net tons shipped in November 2009, according to the latest report from AISI.
2010 World Crude Steel Production Finishes 15% Ahead of 2009
Jan. 24, 2011 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 116.2 million tonnes in December 2010 — a 1.3% increase from the previous month (November 2010). Full-year production, at 1395.46 million tonnes, reflects a 15.2% increase over 2009.
U.S., Canadian Metals Shipments Rebounded in 2010
Jan. 20, 2011 - Shipments of steel and aluminum from U.S. and Canadian metals service centers rebounded during 2010 vs. the depressed volumes of 2009, according MSCI’s just-released Metals Activity Report for December 2010.
November World Crude Steel Production Slips 2.8% from Previous Month
Dec. 21, 2010 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 114.12 million tonnes in November 2010 — a 2.8% decrease from the previous month (October 2010) and a 5.1% increase vs. November 2009.
October Steel Shipments down 7.2% from September
Dec. 17, 2010 - U.S. steel mills shipped 6,629,195 net tons for the month of October 2010, a 7.2% decrease from the previous month’s shipments and an 8.7% increase from the 6,097,348 net tons shipped in October 2009, according to the latest report from AISI.
World Crude Steel Production Continues to Climb through October
Nov. 22, 2010 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 117.56 million tonnes in October 2010 — a 5.2% increase from the previous month (September 2010) and a 2.4% increase vs. October 2009.
September Steel Shipments down 1.2% from August
Nov. 17, 2010 - U.S. steel mills shipped 7,140,369 net tons for the month of September 2010, a 1.2% decrease from the previous month’s shipments and a 23.3% increase from the 5,792,608 net tons shipped in September 2009, according to the latest report from AISI.
Metal Shipments Continue Growth Trend in October
Nov. 17, 2010 - North American metals service center shipments continued to increase at robust rates in October, according to the Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute. Inventory-to-sales ratios remained stable for both steel and aluminum in the U.S. and Canada.
World Crude Steel Production Slips 1% in September
Oct. 22, 2010 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 111.75 million tonnes in September 2010 — a 1.0% decrease from the previous month (August 2010) and an 0.9% increase vs. September 2009.
Metal Shipment and Inventory Rise Again in September 2010
Oct. 19, 2010 - Very little change occurred in North American metals service center shipment and inventory trends in September, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute. Sequential steel inventories rose slightly in both the United States and Canada.
August Steel Shipments up 11.5% from July
Oct. 19, 2010 - U.S. steel mills shipped 7,224,190 net tons for the month of August 2010, an 11.5% increase from the previous month’s shipments and a 29.7% increase from the 5,570,368 net tons shipped in August 2009, according to the latest report from AISI.
worldsteel Provides Short Range Outlook for Steel Industry
Oct. 5, 2010 - The World Steel Association forecasts in its October 2010 short range outlook (SRO) for 2010 and 2011 that apparent steel use will increase by 13.1% to 1,272 million tonnes in 2010 after declining by 6.6% in 2009. This represents an improvement of 35 million tonnes over the April SRO for 2010, exceeding the pre-crisis peak of 1,222 million tonnes in 2007.
World Crude Steel Production up 4.2% in August
Sep. 22, 2010 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 112.87 million tonnes in August 2010 — a 1.7% decrease from the previous month (July 2010) and a 4.2% increase vs. August 2009.
Stainless Steel Production Increases for First Half of 2010
Sep. 21, 2010 - Stainless steel crude steel production has increased in the first half of 2010 by 44.3% compared to the same period of 2009, according to preliminary figures released by the International Stainless Steel Forum. Total production for the first six months of 2010 was 15.6 million tonnes.
Metal Shipment Growth Rate Rebounds in August 2010
Sep. 20, 2010 - The rate of growth of steel and aluminum shipments from North American metals service centers rebounded in August, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute. Inventories of both metals changed very little during the month in both the U.S. and Canada.
World Crude Steel Production Dips 3.3% in July, Beats Year-Earlier Total
Aug. 23, 2010 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the world steel association stood at an estimated 114.79 million tonnes in July 2010 — a 3.3% decrease from the previous month (June 2010) and an 9.6% increase vs. July 2009.
Metal Shipment Growth Rate Slows in July 2010
Aug. 18, 2010 - The rate of growth of steel and aluminum shipments from metals service centers in the United States and Canada slowed in July, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute. Inventories of both metals increased in both countries.
June Steel Shipments Dip Slightly from May
Aug. 17, 2010 - U.S. steel mills shipped 7,292,203 net tons for the month of June 2010, a 0.7% decrease from net tons shipped in the previous month and a 52.0% increase from net tons shipped in June 2009, according to the latest report from AISI.
World Crude Steel Production Dips 4.4% in June
Jul. 22, 2010 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the world steel association stood at an estimated 118.76 million tonnes in June 2010 — a 4.4% decrease from the previous month (May 2010) and an 18.0% increase vs. June 2009.
Metals Shipments Accelerate in June 2010
Jul. 21, 2010 - Year-over-year growth of steel and aluminum shipments from U.S. and Canadian metals service centers continued at double-digit rates in June, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute.
May Steel Shipments up 4.1% from April
Jul. 19, 2010 - U.S. steel mills shipped 7,345,455 net tons for the month of May 2010, a 4.1% increase from the 7,057,660 net tons shipped in the previous month and a 71.6% increase from the 4,281,986 net tons shipped in May 2009 according to the latest report from AISI.
worldsteel Publishes 2010 World Steel in Figures
Jul. 14, 2010 - The World Steel Association has published the 2010 edition of World Steel in Figures, featuring comprehensive information on the production, trade and apparent use of crude steel, pig iron, iron ore and scrap. Top steel producing countries and companies are also highlighted.
May World Crude Steel Output up 2.9% from Previous Month
Jun. 22, 2010 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 124.18 million tonnes in May 2010 — a 2.1% increase from the previous month (April 2010) and a 29.1% increase vs. May 2009.
Metals Volumes Continue to Climb through May 2010
Jun. 17, 2010 - May shipments of steel and aluminum products from U.S. and Canadian metals service centers increased at double-digit rates from depressed year-ago levels, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from MSCI.
April Steel Shipments Down 7.7% from March
Jun. 17, 2010 - U.S. steel mills shipped 7,057,660 net tons for the month of April 2010, a 7.7% decrease from the previous month and a 74.6% increase from the 4,042,457 net tons shipped in April 2009, according to the latest report from AISI.
April World Crude Steel Output Nearly 36% above Last Year
May 21, 2010 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 121.65 million tonnes in April 2010 — a 0.4% decrease from the previous month (March 2010) and a 35.7% increase vs. April 2009.
Service Center Metal Shipments Maintain Momentum through April
May 19, 2010 - April shipments of steel and aluminum from U.S. and Canadian metals service centers continued to build on this year’s growing upward momentum, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from MSCI.
March Steel Shipments up 21.2% from February
May 18, 2010 - U.S. steel mills shipped 7,646,938 net tons for the month of March 2010, a 21.2% increase from the 6,311,076 net tons shipped in the previous month according to the latest report from AISI.
March World Crude Steel Output More than 30% above Last Year
Apr. 21, 2010 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 120.31 million tonnes in March 2010 — an 11.2% increase from the previous month (February 2010) and a 30.6% increase vs. March 2009.
U.S., Canadian Steel Shipments See Double-Digit Increases for March
Apr. 20, 2010 - Shipments of steel products from U.S. metals service centers in March totaled 3.21 million tons, a 24.0% increase from a year ago, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute. In Canada, March steel shipments totaled 516,400 tons—15.9% more than the same month a year ago.
February Steel Shipments Down 4.1% from January
Apr. 19, 2010 - U.S. steel mills shipped 6,311,076 net tons for the month of February 2010, a 4.1% decrease from the 6,579,808 net tons shipped in the previous month according to the latest report from AISI.
Despite Dip, February World Crude Steel Output Well Ahead of Last Year
Mar. 23, 2010 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 107.54 million tonnes in February 2010 — 5.2% lower than the previous month (January 2010) but about 24% higher than February 2009.
U.S. Service Centers Report Year-on-Year Growth in Steel Shipments for February
Mar. 19, 2010 - February steel shipments from U.S. metals service centers rose 10.4% above shipments for February 2009 – the first year-over-year since April 2008 - according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute.
December Steel Shipments Up 11.3% from Previous Month
Mar. 11, 2010 - U.S. steel mills shipped 6,035,000 net tons for the month of December 2009, an 11.3% increase from the previous month’s shipments according to the latest report from AISI.
World Crude Steel Output Climbs Another 2.1% in January 2010
Feb. 23, 2010 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 109.24 million tonnes in January 2010 — 2.1% higher than the previous month (December 2009) but about 26% higher than January 2009.
Canadian Steel Shipments Rise Sharply in January
Feb. 17, 2010 - January steel product shipments from Canadian metals service centers were 9.2% higher than in January 2009, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from MSCI.
World Crude Steel Output Decreases by 8.0% in 2009
Jan. 25, 2010 - Despite a 13.5% year-on-year increase in crude steel production from China, world crude steel production decreased by about 8.0% in 2009 compared to 2008, with an estimated production total of 1220 million tonnes.
November Steel Shipments Down 11% from October
Jan. 22, 2010 - U.S. steel mills shipped 5,424,000 net tons for the month of November 2009, an 11.0% decrease from the 6,097,000 net tons shipped in the previous month according to the latest report from AISI.
Steel, Aluminum Inventories Rise in U.S. and Canada
Jan. 21, 2010 - Inventories of steel and aluminum products at metals service centers in the United States and Canada rose slightly in December as shipments of those products declined seasonally, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute.
World Steel Production up 24% in November
Dec. 22, 2009 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 107.48 million tonnes in November 2009 — 5.2% lower than the previous month (October 2009) but 24.2% higher than November 2008.
October Steel Shipments Up 5.3% from September
Dec. 21, 2009 - U.S. steel mills shipped 6,097,000 net tons for the month of October 2009, a 5.3% increase over September according to the latest report from AISI.
Service Center Shipments Decline at Slower Rate in November
Dec. 16, 2009 - Despite declining shipments of steel and aluminum from U.S. and Canadian metals service centers in November, MSCI’s latest Metals Activity Report indicates there are signs that the market may be stabilizing.
China’s Output Boosts World Crude Steel to 13.1% Increase in October
Nov. 23, 2009 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 112,177 million tonnes in October 2009 — 3.1% higher than the previous month (September 2009) and 13.1% higher than October 2008.
September Steel Shipments Rise 3.9% above August
Nov. 19, 2009 - U.S. steel mills shipped 5,793,000 net tons for the month of September 2009, a 3.9% increase from August according to the latest report from AISI.
U.S. Steel, Aluminum Shipments and Inventories Rise
Nov. 18, 2009 - Shipments of steel and aluminum products from U.S. metals service centers increased in October compared to September levels, and inventories for both metals rose slightly, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute.
World Crude Steel Production Still Down 16% Through YTD September 2009
Oct. 26, 2009 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 107,030 million tonnes in September 2009 — 0.5% higher than the previous month (August 2009) but still 0.6% lower than September 2008.
Steel Shipments, Inventories Increase at U.S., Canadian Metal Centers
Oct. 20, 2009 - Shipments of steel and aluminum from metals service centers in the U.S. and Canada rose slightly in September, as did steel inventories, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute. Inventories of aluminum, however, continued to decline in both countries.
August Steel Shipments Up 5.7% from July
Oct. 16, 2009 - U.S. steel mills shipped 5,570,000 net tons for the month of August 2009, a 5.7% increase from July according to the latest report from AISI.
Despite Recovery, Stainless Production Still Down Through First Half of ‘09
Sep. 23, 2009 - World production of crude stainless steel reached 10.8 million tonnes through the first six months of 2009, a 26.7% decrease compared to YTD08, according to preliminary figures released by ISSF.
World Crude Steel Continues Upward Trend in August as China Hits New Monthly High
Sep. 22, 2009 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting stood at an estimated 106,489 million tonnes in August 2009 — 2.5% higher than the previous month (July 2009) but still 5.5% lower than August 2008, according to the latest report from the World Steel Association.
Destocking Continues at U.S., Canadian Metal Centers
Sep. 18, 2009 - Shipments of steel and aluminum from U.S. and Canadian metals service centers rose slightly in August from weak July levels, but de-stocking continued, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute.
July Steel Shipments Up 9.9% from June
Sep. 17, 2009 - U.S. steel mills shipped 5,271,000 net tons in July, a 9.9% increase from June according to the latest report from AISI.
July World Steel Production Highest of the Year
Aug. 21, 2009 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association was 103.9 million tonnes in July — down 11.1% compared to the same month last year but still the highest monthly production figure posted in 2009.
June Steel Shipments Up 12.1% from May
Aug. 20, 2009 - U.S. steel mills shipped 4,797,000 net tons in June, a 12.1% increase from May according to the latest report from AISI.
Domestic Metal Centers Continue to Destock
Aug. 18, 2009 - Inventories of steel and aluminum products at North American metals service centers continued to decline in July, with ongoing destocking underscored by year-on-year shipment declines, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute.
YTD09 World Steel Production Still Down 21% through June
Jul. 21, 2009 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 99.8 million tonnes in June 2009 — 4.1% above the previous month but still 16% lower than the same month of 2008.
Metal Center Shipments Continue to Decline in June
Jul. 20, 2009 - Metals service center shipments from the U.S. and Canada continued to decline in June, but generally at a slower rate than in previous months, according to the most recent Metals Activity Report from MSCI.
May Steel Shipments Down 52.5% from May 2008
Jul. 17, 2009 - U.S. steel mills shipped 4,282,000 net tons in May, a 52.5% decrease from May 2008 according to the latest report from AISI.
World Steel Production Rebounds in May 2009
Jun. 22, 2009 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 95.6 million tonnes in May 2009 — 7.4% above the previous month but still 21% lower than May 2008.
April Steel Shipments 57% Lower than April 2008
Jun. 18, 2009 - U.S. steel mills shipped 4,042,000 net tons of steel in April, a 57% decrease from April 2008, according to the latest report from AISI.
Metal Center Inventories Continue to Decline in May
Jun. 17, 2009 - Metals service center inventories of steel and aluminum products continued to decline through May across both the U.S. and Canada, while shipments remained weak, according to the most recent Metals Activity Report from MSCI.
Q1 Stainless Production Hits Lowest Level Since 2000
Jun. 10, 2009 - World production of crude stainless steel reaches the lowest level of first quarter production since 2000—4.8 million tonnes in Q1 2009—according to the most recent report from ISSF.
World Steel Production Dips Again in April 2009
May 21, 2009 - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association stood at an estimated 89.5 million tonnes in April 2009 — 23.6% lower than for the same month of 2008, and 2.9% below the previous month.
Steel Shipments Down 54.8% in March
May 20, 2009 - U.S. steel mills shipped 4,138,000 net tons of steel for the month of March 2009, a 54.8% decrease from March 2008 and a 4.2% decrease from February 2009, according to the latest report from AISI.
Metal Center Shipments Decline as Inventory Reduction Continues
May 19, 2009 - Metals service center shipments of steel products from U.S. and Canadian metals service centers declined sharply in April vs. 2008 volumes according to the most recent Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute.
World Steel Association Provides 2009 Short Range Outlook for Steel
May 4, 2009 - The World Steel Association is forecasting that worldwide apparent steel use is expected to decline by -14.9% to 1,018.6 million tonnes in 2009.
February Steel Shipments Down 52.4% from February ‘08
Apr. 23, 2009 - U.S. steel mills shipped 4,320,000 net tons of steel in February 2009, a 52.4% decrease from February 2008 and a 5.7% decrease from January 2009 according to the latest report from AISI.
World Steel Production Continues Plunge through February 2009
Mar. 24, 2009 - Figures released by the World Steel Association (known formerly as the International Iron and Steel Institute) show that world crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting stood at an estimated 83.85 million tonnes in February 2009
World Steel Production Continues Plunge through January ‘09
Feb. 25, 2009 - Figures released by the World Steel Association show that world crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting stood at an estimated 85.8 million tonnes in January 2009 -- 24.0% lower than for the same month of 2008, but 4.5% higher than the previous month (December 2008).
Despite Boost from China, World Crude Steel Production Falls 1.2% in 2008
Jan. 23, 2009 - World crude steel production reaches an estimated 1329.7 million tonnes in 2008, a 1.2% decrease in production compared to 2007. This total marks the second consecutive year that world steel production totaled more than 1300 million tonnes.
Steel Shipments Continue Free Fall through November
Jan. 23, 2009 - U.S. steel mills shipped 5,223,000 net tons of steel for the month of November 2008, a 39.9% decrease from November 2007, according to the latest report from AISI.
Service Center Shipments Continue to Slide in December
Jan. 21, 2009 - Metals service center shipments of steel products in the U.S. and Canada fell by nearly 30% for a second consecutive month in December, according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute.
Domestic Service Center Shipments, Inventories Continue to Slide through November
Jan. 2, 2009 - Service center shipments of steel fell 32.7% in the U.S. and 30% in Canada in November according to the latest Metals Activity Report from the Metals Service Center Institute.
World Steel Production Continues to Fall in October 2008
Dec. 22, 2008 - Figures released by the World Steel Association International show that world crude steel production for the 67 countries reporting stood at an estimated 100.5 million tonnes in October 2008 — 12.4% lower than for the same month of 2007, and 6.9% lower than the previous month, September 2008.
World Steel Production Slumps through November 2008
Dec. 22, 2008 - ABSTRACT: Figures released by the World Steel Association International show that world crude steel production for the 67 countries reporting stood at an estimated 89.0 million tonnes in November 2008 — 19.0% lower than for the same month of 2007, and 10.3% lower than the previous month (October 2008).  
World Stainless Production Logs One Last Hurrah for 2008
Dec. 19, 2008 - Worldwide production of crude stainless steel reached 6.3 million tonnes in the third quarter of 2008, an increase of 6.8% as compared to the same quarter in 2007, according to the International Stainless Steel Forum.
World Steel Association Reports Steel Production for September 2008
Oct. 23, 2008 - Figures released by the World Steel Association show that world crude steel production for the 67 countries reporting stood at an estimated 108.4 million tonnes in September 2008 — 3.2% lower than for the same month of 2007, and 3.7% lower than the previous month, August 2008.
Steel Shipments Slip 3.9% in August
Oct. 17, 2008 - U.S. steel mills shipped 8,860,000 net tons for the month of August 2008, a 3.9% decrease from the 9,209,000 net tons shipped in August 2007, according to the latest report from AISI.
IISI: Another Year of Growth—And Change
Oct. 7, 2008 - The International Iron and Steel Institute changes its name to World Steel Association (worldsteel), effective immediately.
IISI Reports World Steel Production for August 2008
Sep. 22, 2008 - Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world crude steel production for the 67 countries reporting stood at an estimated 117.2 million tonnes in August 2008 — 6.2% higher than for the same month of 2007, but 1.6% lower than the previous month, July 2008.
Steel Shipments Up 3.8% in July
Sep. 18, 2008 - U.S. steel mills shipped 9,175,000 net tons in July, a 3.8% increase from the 8,844,000 net tons shipped in July 2007 according to the latest report from AISI.
Decline in Stainless Steel Production Slows in Second Quarter
Sep. 16, 2008 - Worldwide production of crude stainless steel decreased 1.8% in the first half of 2008 as compared to the same period of 2007, according to preliminary figures released by the International Stainless Steel Forum.
IISI Reports World Steel Production for July 2008
Aug. 21, 2008 - Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world crude steel production for the 67 countries reporting stood at an estimated 117.2 million tonnes in July 2008 — 6.2% higher than for the same month of 2007, but 1.6% lower than the previous month, June 2008.
Steel Shipments Creep 2.4% Higher in June
Aug. 20, 2008 - U.S. steel mills shipped 9,136,000 net tons in June, a 2.4% increase from June 2007 according to the latest report from AISI.
May Steel Shipments Dip Slightly from Last Year
Jul. 22, 2008 - U.S. steel mills shipped 9,008,000 net tons in May 2008, a 0.8% decrease from the 9,087,000 net tons shipped in May 2007.
IISI Reports World Steel Production for June 2008
Jul. 22, 2008 - Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world crude steel production for the 67 countries reporting stood at an estimated 118.8 million tonnes in June 2008 — 5.9% higher than for the same month of 2007, but 1.0% lower than the previous month, May 2008.
Global Stainless Steel Production Recovers in First Quarter
Jul. 3, 2008 - Global stainless steel production reached 7.4 million tonnes in the first quarter of 2008, according to preliminary figures just released by the International Stainless Steel Forum.
IISI Reports World Steel Production for May 2008
Jun. 23, 2008 - World crude steel production for the 67 countries reporting to IISI stood at an estimated 119.5 million tonnes in May 2008 — 5.8% higher than for the same month of 2007, but only 2.9% higher than the previous month, April 2008.
Steel Shipments Increase 6.3% in April versus Last Year
Jun. 18, 2008 - U.S. steel mills shipped 9,403,000 net tons in the month of April 2008, according to the latest report from the American Iron and Steel Institute.
Steel Shipments Dip 1.9% in March versus Last Year
May 27, 2008 - U.S. steel mills shipped 9,158,000 net tons for the month of March 2008, according to the latest report from the American Iron and Steel Institute.
IISI Reports World Steel Production for April 2008
May 23, 2008 - World crude steel production for the 67 countries reporting to IISI stood at an estimated 116.4 million tonnes in April 2008 — 5.6% higher than for the same month of 2007, but 2.7% lower than the previous month, March 2008.
ISSF Projects Recovery in Stainless Production in 2008
May 22, 2008 - The International Stainless Steel Forum is expecting stainless steel crude steel production to recover in 2008 following the 2.6% fall in production during 2007.
IISI Reports World Steel Production for March 2008
Apr. 24, 2008 - World crude steel production for the 67 countries reporting to IISI stood at an estimated 119.5 million tonnes in March 2008 — 5.8% higher than for the same month of 2007, and 11.0% higher than the previous month, February 2008.
February Steel Shipments up 9.9% from Last February
Apr. 17, 2008 - U.S. steel mills shipped 9,174,000 net tons in February 2008, a 9.9% increase from the 8,350,000 net tons shipped in February 2007, but an 0.8% decrease from the 9,246,000 net tons shipped in the previous month, January 2008.
IISI Provides Short Range Outlook for Steel Industry
Apr. 16, 2008 - In its just-released short-range outlook, the International Iron and Steel Institute forecasts that 2008 will still be another strong year for the steel industry, with apparent steel use projected to rise 6.7%, to 1282 million tonnes in 2008.
IISI Reports World Steel Production for February 2008
Mar. 21, 2008 - Steel production for the 67 countries reporting to the International Iron and Steel Institute stood at an estimated 106.9 million tonnes in February — 5.3% higher than for the same month of 2007.
January Steel Shipments up 7.3% Versus Last Year
Mar. 18, 2008 - U.S. steel mills shipped 9,246,000 net tons in January 2008, a 7.3% increase from the 8,614,000 net tons shipped in January 2007, and an 8.8% increase from the 8,495,000 net tons shipped in the previous month, December 2007.
IISI Reports World Steel Production for January 2008
Feb. 25, 2008 - Steel production for the 67 countries reporting to the International Iron and Steel Institute stood at an estimated 113.0 million tonnes in January — 4.9% higher than for the same month of 2007.
December Steel Shipments up 11.6% Versus Last Year
Feb. 20, 2008 - U.S. steel mills shipped 8,495,000 net tons in December 2007, an 11.6% increase from the 7,609,000 net tons shipped in December 2006, according to the latest report from the American Iron and Steel Institute.
World Crude Steel Production Reaches All-Time-High in 2007
Jan. 28, 2008 - World crude steel production reaches an estimated 1343.5 million tonnes in 2007, a 7.5% increase in production compared to 2006. The total marks the fifth consecutive year that world steel production grew by more than 7%.
Despite Dip, November Steel Shipments Nearly 9% Above November 06
Jan. 18, 2008 - U.S. steel mills shipped 8,683,000 net tons in the month November 2007, an 8.7% increase from the 7,991,000 net tons shipped in November 2006 according to the latest report from AISI.
IISI Reports World Steel Production for November 2007
Dec. 31, 2007 - Steel production for the 67 countries reporting to the International Iron and Steel Institute stood at an estimated 109.0 million tonnes in November — 4.0% higher than for the same month of 2006.
October Steel Shipments Nearly 6% Above October ’06 Totals
Dec. 18, 2007 - U.S. steel mills shipped 9,238,000 net tons in October, a 5.9% increase from the 8,725,000 net tons shipped in October 2006, and an 8.8% increase from the 8,492,000 net tons shipped in the previous month (September 2007).
IISI Reports World Steel Production for October 2007
Nov. 22, 2007 - Steel production for the 67 countries reporting to the International Iron and Steel Institute stood at an estimated 114.0 million tonnes in October — 6.6% higher than for the same month of 2006.
Steel Shipments Dip Further Below ‘06 Levels in September
Nov. 20, 2007 - U.S. steel mills shipped 8,492,000 net tons of steel in September 2007, a 7.7% decrease from the 9,199,000 net tons shipped in September 2006.
August Steel Shipments Sink Below August ‘06 Level
Oct. 18, 2007 - U.S. steel mills shipped 9,209,000 net tons in August 2007, a 4.0% decrease from August 2006 shipments, and a 4.1% increase from the 8,844,000 net tons shipped in the previous month, July 2007.
IISI Reveals Short-Range World Steel Outlook for 2007, 2008
Oct. 12, 2007 - The International Iron and Steel Institute releases world steel production forecasts for 2007 and 2008 during its recent 41st Annual Conference of IISI Members in Berlin.
Steel Shipments Slip Again in July
Sep. 18, 2007 - U.S. steel mills shipped 8,844,000 net tons for the month of July 2007, according to the latest report from the American Iron and Steel Institute - a 1.9% decrease from the 9,016,000 net tons shipped in July 2006.
June Steel Shipments Slip Below May Totals
Aug. 21, 2007 - U.S. steel mills shipped 8,920,000 net tons in June 2007, according to the latest report from the American Iron and Steel Institute.
IISI Reports World Crude Steel Production for July 2007
Aug. 21, 2007 - World crude steel production for the 67 countries reporting to the International Iron and Steel Institute stood at an estimated 109.9 million tonnes in July — 5.3% higher than for the same month of 2006, but a drop of 1.1% from the previous month. Excluding China, world production fell by 0.5% compared to the previous month, and grew by just 0.5% compared to July 2006.
IISI Reports World Crude Steel Productions for June 2007
Aug. 8, 2007 - World crude steel production for the 67 countries reporting to the International Iron and Steel Institute stood at an estimated 110.6 million tonnes in June — 5.7% higher than for the same month of 2006. Excluding China, world production grew by just 1.7% compared to June 2006.
May Steel Shipments Dip Below May 2006 Levels
Jul. 25, 2007 - U.S. steel mills shipped 9,087,000 net tons in May 2007, according to the latest report from the American Iron and Steel Institute.
IISI Reports World Crude Steel Productions for May 2007
Jun. 26, 2007 - World crude steel production for the 67 countries reporting to the International Iron and Steel Institute stood at an estimated 112.2 million tonnes in May — 6.4% higher than for the same month of 2006. Excluding China, world production grew by just 1.7% compared to May 2006.
April Steel Shipments Down 5.2% from Previous Month
Jun. 22, 2007 - U.S. steel mills shipped 8,849,000 net tons of steel in April 2007 according to the latest report from the American Iron and Steel Institute.
IISI Reports World Crude Steel Production for April 2007
May 25, 2007 - Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world crude steel production for the 67 countries reporting stood at an estimated 109.3 million tonnes in April — 7.6% higher than for the same month of 2006, but 2.1% lower than the previous month (March 2007). Excluding China, world production fell by 3.5% compared to the previous month (March 2007), but rose only 3.0% compared to April 2006.
March Steel Shipments Down 5.1% from Last Year
May 18, 2007 - U.S. steel mills shipped 9,331,000 net tons of steel in March 2007, according to the latest report from the American Iron and Steel Institute.
February Steel Shipments Down 6.5% from Last Year
Apr. 30, 2007 - U.S. steel mills shipped 8,350,000 net tons in February 2007, according to the latest report from the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI).
IISI Reports World Crude Steel Production for March 2007
Apr. 27, 2007 - Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world crude steel production for the 67 countries reporting stood at an estimated 110.9 million tonnes in March — 8.6% higher than for March 2006.
IISI Reports World Crude Steel Production for February 2007
Mar. 23, 2007 - March 23, 2007 — Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting stood at an estimated 99.0 million tonnes
Despite Rise, January Steel Shipments Slightly Below Year-Earlier Figures
Mar. 20, 2007 - March 20, 2007 — U.S. steel mills shipped 8,614,000 net tons, in January 2007 according to the latest report from the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Although that total re
December Shipments Nearly 12% Lower than Previous December
Feb. 27, 2007 - Feb. 27, 2007 — U.S. steel mills shipped 7,609,000 net tons of steel in December 2006, according to the latest report from the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). The report, wh
IISI Reports World Crude Steel Production for January 2007
Feb. 22, 2007 - Feb. 22, 2007 — Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world crude steel production for the 62 countries reporting stood at an estimated 107.9 million tonnes in January
World Crude Steel Production Tops 2005 Benchmark
Jan. 23, 2007 - Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world crude steel production reached 1,239.6 million tonnes in 2006, an 8.8% increase in production compared to the new benchmark set in 2005.
November Steel Shipments Slip Below October Totals
Jan. 17, 2007 - Jan. 17, 2007 — U.S. steel mills shipped 7,991,000 net tons of steel in November 2006, according to the latest report from the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). November ship
Schnitzer Steel Reports Record Quarterly Results
Nov. 16, 2006 -  Nov. 16, 2006 — Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. reported record quarterly net income of $50 million on revenues of $605 million for the fiscal 2006 fourth quarter, and net
September Steel Shipments 6.6% Above Last Year
Nov. 16, 2006 - Nov. 16, 2006 — U.S. steel mills shipped 9,199,000 net tons in September 2006, according to the
IISI Reports World Crude Steel Production for September 2006
Nov. 3, 2006 - Nov. 3, 2006 — Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world crude steel production for the 62 countries reporting stood at an estimated 101.4 mi
August Steel Shipments up 7.4% from Last Year
Oct. 30, 2006 - Oct. 30, 2006 — U.S. steel mills shipped 9,591,000 net tons of steel in August 2006, according
IISI Reveals Short Range Steel Consumption Outlook
Oct. 10, 2006 - Oct. 10, 2006 — The International Iron and Steel Institute (IISI) released the latest world steel consumption forecasts by the IISI Economics Committee during the group’s f
IISI Reports World Crude Steel Production for August 2006
Sep. 26, 2006 - Sep. 26, 2006 — Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world
July Steel Shipments 15.9% Ahead of Last Year
Sep. 19, 2006 - Sep. 19, 2006 — U.S. steel mills shipped 9,016,000 net tons of steel in July 2006, according to
Despite Dip, June Steel Shipments Significantly Above June ‘05
Aug. 23, 2006 - Aug. 23, 2006 — U.S. steel mills shipped 9,739,000 net tons in June 2006, according to the late
IISI Reports World Crude Steel Production for July 2006
Aug. 22, 2006 - Aug. 22, 2006 — Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world
IISI Reports World Crude Steel Production for May 2006 June 22, 2006 — Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world crude steel production for the 62 countries reporting stood at an estimated 104.1 million tonnes in
Jun. 22, 2006 - June 22, 2006 — Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world crude steel production for the 62 countries reporting stood at an estimated 104.1 m
Down From March, April Steel Shipments Still Ahead of 2005 Totals
Jun. 19, 2006 - June 19, 2006 — U.S. steel mills shipped 9,159,000 net tons in April 2006 according to the late
IISI Reports World Crude Steel Production for April 2006 May 23, 2006 — Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world crude steel production for the 62 countries reporting stood at an estimated 99.0 million tonnes in
May 23, 2006 - May 23, 2006 — Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world crude steel production for the 62 countries reporting stood at an estimated 99.0 mil
March Steel Shipments Jump Ten Percent Above February
May 18, 2006 - May 18, 2006 — U.S. steel mills shipped 9,830,000 net tons in March 2006 according to the latest report from the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Total March sh
January Steel Shipments Slightly Ahead of January 2005
Apr. 7, 2006 - April 7, 2006 — U.S. steel mills shipped 8,918,000 net tons in January 2006, according to the l
IISI Reports World Crude Steel Production for February 2006
Mar. 24, 2006 - March 24, 2006 — Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute (IISI) show that world crude steel production for the 61 countries reporting stood at an estimated
IISI Reports World Crude Steel Production for January 2006
Feb. 27, 2006 - Feb. 27, 2006— Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute (IISI) show that world crude steel production for the 61 countries reporting stood at an estimated 9
December Steel Shipments up Slightly from Last Year
Feb. 20, 2006 - Feb. 20, 2006 — U.S. steel mills shipped 8,513,000 net tons in December 2005, according to the latest report from the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Total Dec
World Crude Steel Production Sets New Benchmark in 2005
Jan. 23, 2006 - Jan. 23, 2006 — Figures released by the International Iron and Steel Institute show that world crude steel production reached 1,129.4 million tonnes in 2005, a
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