October 2025 prices from SMR's monthly price census are available in the Stainless Club for both flat and long products. The latest prices are presented in a compact table. Read more
At the 2025 Nashville conference stage, U.S. stainless steel suppliers have shared their adaptation strategies for operating under weak demand, prolonged uncertainty and reduced visibility. Read more
CEOs of NAS, Outokumpu Americas and Universal Stainless held a Fireside Chat in Nashville to discuss how the industry adapts to policy uncertainty, cost pressure and the push for more domestic output. Read more
North American Stainless (NAS) is entering the final phase of its expansion program, which began during the strong market conditions of 2021-2022 and was formally announced in early 2023. Read more
Investment strategies of major North American stainless steel suppliers vary, but one commonality is a cautious approach. In both flat and long products, few are ready to add new capacity. Read more
Walsin Lihwa’s sales declined in October, reversing the brief uptick seen in September. A weakened stainless steel division was a key factor contributing to the company’s overall downturn. Read more
Taiwan’s stainless steel exports slightly rebounded in October but remained at a relatively low level. Looking ahead, most suppliers do not anticipate significant improvement in the near term. Read more
In the third quarter of 2025, Groupe SEB sales decreased by 3% YoY to EUR 1.92 billion, mainly due to weaker performance in North America caused by uncertainties over tariffs. Read more
Butting expands capacity to supply 12 m longitudinally welded stainless steel pipes on short notice, to provide flexibility and speed for large industrial projects. Read more
SMR’s new stainless steel market presentations from the Nashville conference and other events are now available for download to Austenitic and higher membership levels. Read more
China’s auto industry continued its upward momentum in October 2025, driven by policy shifts, consumer urgency, and strong new energy vehicle output. Read more
Nippon Steel has announced a further increase in prices for cold-rolled stainless steel flat products for November contracts, citing higher alloy input costs. Read more
Jindal Stainless reported strong year-on-year growth in Q2FY26, driven by robust domestic demand, strategic innovation, and steady exports despite global trade challenges. Read more
Russia’s stainless steel industry continued to contract in the first nine months of 2025, reflecting persistent demand weakness and competitive pressure from imports. Read more
Walsin Lihwa posted a sharp rise in Q3 2025 net profit despite lower revenue, driven by strong performance in wire, cable, and resources businesses outside its core stainless steel segment. Read more
Significant increases in “STS Seamless Tube&Pipe” Read more
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