CHARLOTTE, N.C. , April 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) announced today that Chad Utermark, Executive Vice President of New Markets and Innovation, plans to retire effective June 7, 2025.
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The US steel sector, once on the ropes from fierce global competition, is now riding a wave of trade protections and surging prices. But the boom might be short-lived, according to analysts at UBS.
Nucor's low-cost, sustainable steel production and strong domestic focus position it as a resilient player in the U.S. steel market. Despite a 30% stock drop, Nucor's innovative EAF technology and diversified product portfolio ensure cost efficiency and market adaptability. Nucor's valuation metrics, including a P/E GAAP of 15.49 and strong profitability, make it attractive compared to peers.
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The latest U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum are already sending ripples through Wall Street, and putting major metal producers Nucor Corp (NYSE:NUE) and Alcoa Corp (NYSE:AA) in focus.
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