[SMM Steel] US raw steel output rises 1.6% in week 14

Published: Apr 7, 2026 16:08

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[SMM Steel] According to American Iron and Steel Institute, United States raw steel production for the week ending April 4, 2026, reached 1.831 million net tons, with capacity utilization at 79.1%, up 1.6% WoW from 1.803 million net tons and 77.9% utilization. Output increased 8.2% YoY from 1.692 million net tons. Year-to-date production totaled 24.028 million net tons, up 5.2% YoY, with utilization at 77.4%.

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