[SMM Iron & Steel] US Raw Steel Production Increases by 0.7% in Week 15

Published: Apr 14, 2026 14:55

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According to the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI), US domestic raw steel production for the week ending April 11, 2026, reached 1.843 million net tons, reflecting a capacity utilization rate of 79.8%. This represents a 0.7% increase from the previous week. Adjusted year-to-date production through April 11 stands at 25.871 million net tons at a 77.5% capacity utilization rate, up 5.5% compared to the 24.519 million net tons produced during the same period last year.

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