Three trade associations representing steel producers in the U.S., Canada & Mexico sent a joint letter with concern about TPP negotiations.
World crude steel production for 65 countries reporting to worldsteel was 133 Mt in July 2015, a -3.8% decrease compared to July 2014.
City of Sioux City received a Gold Excellence in Economic Development Award for its 2012 Sabre Industries project from IEDC.
Overall sentiment regarding direction of domestic economy remained upbeat among U.S. industrial manufacturers in first quarter.
New state export data show 29 states set new records for export sales in 2012.
Redesigns and introductions from nearly every manufacturer across all product categories have hit showrooms in the last few years.
U.S. industrial manufacturers' overall revenue projections remain positive; 87% planning operational spending increases in year ahead.
CA adds most construction jobs, D.C. adds highest % year-over-year; FL largest annual decline, AK largest % drop in construction jobs.
Economic activity in manufacturing sector contracted in June for first time since 7-09; however, overall economy grew for the 37th consecutive month.
Apparent steel use in the US is forecast to grow by a healthy 5.7% in 2012. In 2013, the steel use in the US is expected to grow by 5.6% to 99.5 Mt, b...