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Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) is a leading manufacturer of steel and steel products headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. With operations spanning the United States, Canada, and Mexico, Nucor is North America's largest recycler, having recycled approximately 19.2 million tons of scrap steel in 2012 alone.
Nucor's core business segments include steel mills, steel products, and raw materials. The steel mills segment, which generates the majority of the company's revenue, produces carbon and alloy steel in sheet, bars, structural, and plate forms. Besides steel manufacturing, Nucor operates international trading companies that buy and sell steel products globally.
In 2023, Nucor reported consolidated net earnings of $4.52 billion and demonstrated strong financial performance with a commitment to returning capital to stockholders. The company maintains a robust cash position, with $6.73 billion in liquidity at the end of the third quarter of 2023.
Nucor has made strategic acquisitions to expand its market presence and capabilities. Notable acquisitions include Skyline Steel LLC, Southwest Data Products, and Rytec Corporation. These acquisitions enable Nucor to diversify its product offerings, such as high-performance commercial doors and data center infrastructure, while enhancing its core steelmaking business.
On the sustainability front, Nucor has introduced Econiq™-RE, a steel product made with 100% renewable energy, aligning with its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This innovation supports strategic partnerships, like the one with Mercedes-Benz, to deliver lower-embodied carbon steel.
Nucor's forward-looking growth strategy emphasizes investment in new product lines, maintaining high safety standards, and leveraging its market position to capitalize on steel-intensive megatrends. The company's ongoing projects and financial health position it well for sustained success and resilience in the evolving steel industry.
Nucor (NYSE: NUE) will host a live conference call for its third quarter earnings on October 21, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The call will provide an overview of its financial performance for the quarter ending on October 2, 2021, followed by a Q&A session. Interested participants can join the call via the provided web link. Additionally, an archive of the call will be available later on Nucor's website. Nucor is a leading steel manufacturer in North America, known for its extensive recycling operations and diverse metal products.
Brown Gibbons Lang & Company announces the sale of Grossman Iron and Steel Company to The David J. Joseph Company (DJJ), a subsidiary of Nucor Corporation (NUE). Although the specific transaction terms remain undisclosed, BGL's Metals & Metals Processing team served as the exclusive financial advisor. Grossman is a significant scrap metal processor in the Midwestern U.S., leveraging strategic, river-adjacent facilities. With a strong reputation built over 101 years, the company aims to maintain its position due to solid consumer and supplier relationships.
Nucor invites stakeholders to its third quarter earnings conference call on October 21, 2021, at 2 p.m. Eastern Time. The call, featuring President and CEO Leon Topalian, will review financial results for the period ending October 2, 2021, and include a Q&A session. Participants can access the live webcast through Nucor's website. An archive of the call will be available afterward on the same platform. Nucor is recognized as North America's largest recycler, focusing on steel production and related products.
Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) announced the acquisition of a coil processing facility in Shelbyville, Indiana, expanding its Nucor Fastener division. This facility features an automated clean and coat line, STC furnaces, and wire drawing capabilities. Approximately 33 jobs will be created initially, with potential to double. The addition of bolt-making equipment aims to enhance offerings for automotive and industrial markets. Nucor continues to prioritize sustainability, with its fasteners made from 97% recycled content, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional methods.
Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) announced two acquisitions through The David J. Joseph Company, enhancing its recycling capacity by 10%. Advantage Metals Recycling acquired Grossman Iron and Steel in St. Louis, Missouri, expanding its facilities to twelve. Trademark Metals Recycling is set to purchase Garden Street Iron & Metal in Fort Myers, Florida, increasing its facilities to twenty-six. These strategic moves aim to bolster Nucor's regional recycling platforms, aligning with its growth strategy to support rising steelmaking capacity along key river systems.
Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) announced plans to build a $100 million melt shop at an existing bar mill in the Western United States, aimed at producing 600,000 tons of steel annually. This project will create approximately 140 new jobs and is expected to commence operations in 2024. The initiative is intended to bolster Nucor's market-leading position in steel bar production and address anticipated customer demand in the region. Nucor currently operates 15 bar mills across the U.S., with an annual production capacity of about 9.5 million tons.
Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) has announced plans to construct a new three-million-ton sheet mill, aiming to serve customers in the Midwest and Northeast. The mill is estimated to cost $2.7B and will feature advanced capabilities, including an automotive galvanizing line. This expansion aligns with Nucor's strategy for profitable growth and aims to enhance service quality while maintaining a lower carbon footprint compared to competitors. Construction is expected to take two years following necessary approvals.
Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.405 per share, payable on November 10, 2021. This marks Nucor's 194th consecutive quarterly cash dividend. The record date for stockholders is set for September 30, 2021. Nucor, headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is a leading manufacturer of steel and steel products across North America, contributing significantly to the recycling industry.
Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) anticipates record earnings for Q3 2021, estimating a range of $7.30 to $7.40 per diluted share, surpassing the previous record of $5.04 in Q2 2021. All segments are expected to see strong profitability, particularly the steel mills and products segments driven by higher selling prices. Nucor has repurchased 6.7 million shares at an average price of $105.58 this quarter, contributing to nearly $2.00 billion returned to shareholders through repurchases and dividends year-to-date.
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