[SMM Steel] Nucor expects slight profit growth in early 2026

Published: Apr 3, 2026 15:59

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[SMM Steel] Nucor expects Q1 2026 earnings to increase modestly versus Q4 2025, with the Steel Mills division seeing the largest improvement. The company also anticipates better performance in its raw materials segment, while steel products earnings are expected to remain broadly stable. Pricing pressure continues to challenge North American producers, indicating profitability is increasingly driven by pricing discipline and value-added product mix.

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