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Steel Dynamics Inc. (NASDAQ: STLD), founded in 1993, stands out as a unique entity among American steel companies. Headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the company commenced production at its Butler, IN, flat roll mill in 1996, which remains a leader in flat roll steel production.
The company’s core operations encompass several segments:
- Steel Operations: Produces hot roll, cold roll, and coated sheet steel, structural beams, rail, engineered special-bar-quality steel, and more, with an annual production capacity of roughly 16 million tons.
- Metals Recycling Operations: Processes and sells ferrous and nonferrous scrap, playing a crucial role in the company’s scrap-based steel minimills.
- Steel Fabrication Operations: Includes New Millennium Building Systems, which produces joists, girders, and decking for nonresidential construction across six U.S. and Mexican facilities.
- Aluminum Operations Segment: A relatively new venture, aiming to diversify into the aluminum flat rolled products market by mid-2025.
Steel Dynamics has shown consistent growth through strategic investments and acquisitions. Recent achievements include record annual shipments in 2023 and the launch of a state-of-the-art electric arc furnace flat rolled steel mill in Texas. Additionally, the company is focusing on sustainability with biocarbon production and renewable energy agreements.
Financially, Steel Dynamics reported 2023 net sales of $18.8 billion and a net income of $2.5 billion. The company maintains strong liquidity with over $3.5 billion in cash flow from operations, supporting continued expansion and shareholder returns through dividends and share repurchases.
The outlook for 2024 remains positive, driven by robust demand from the construction, automotive, energy, and industrial sectors, coupled with the benefits of onshoring manufacturing and public infrastructure investments.
Steel Dynamics reported record second quarter 2022 results with net sales of $6.2 billion and net income of $1.2 billion ($6.44 per diluted share). The company achieved record shipments of 3.1 million tons and operating income of $1.6 billion. Cash flow from operations reached $1.0 billion, with adjusted EBITDA at $1.7 billion. The strong performance stemmed from diverse operations, despite lower earnings in the flat roll steel business. The company repurchased $517 million in common stock and maintains a strong liquidity of $2.5 billion.
Steel Dynamics (STLD) has authorized a $2.2 billion investment to build a 650,000-tonne low-carbon aluminum flat rolled mill in the Southeastern U.S. This facility, along with two satellite recycled aluminum slab centers costing $350 million, aims to address the significant aluminum supply deficit, projected at over 2 million tonnes in North America. The project is expected to generate $650-$700 million in annual EBITDA starting Q1 2025, while maintaining strong shareholder distributions and investment-grade credit ratings.
Steel Dynamics, a leading steel producer and metals recycler in the U.S., will release its Second Quarter 2022 financial results on July 20, 2022, after market close. A conference call to discuss the results is set for 9:00 a.m. EDT on July 21, 2022, hosted by Mark D. Millett and Theresa E. Wagler. Interested participants can join via phone or a live webcast on the company’s website. An audio replay will be available until July 27, 2022.
Steel Dynamics (STLD) has formed a strategic joint venture with Aymium, where it owns 55% and Aymium 45%. This partnership aims to build a biocarbon production facility to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in steelmaking, with a projected capital investment of $125-$150 million. The facility is expected to produce over 160,000 metric tons of biocarbon annually and commence operations in late 2023. The initiative supports Steel Dynamics' goal of carbon neutrality, potentially lowering its emissions intensity by 20-25%. CEO Mark D. Millett emphasized the importance of sustainability in this venture.
Steel Dynamics (STLD) announced record earnings guidance for Q2 2022, projecting a range of $6.33 to $6.37 per diluted share. Adjusted earnings, excluding startup costs from its Sinton Texas Flat Roll Steel Mill, are expected between $6.61 and $6.65 per diluted share, up from Q1's $5.71 per share. Steel operations are projected to remain historically strong, although slightly lower than Q1 due to decreased pricing for flat roll steel. The company also reported strong performance in metals recycling and steel fabrication, alongside significant share repurchases totaling $397 million.
Steel Dynamics, Inc. (NASDAQ: STLD) announced the acquisition of ROCA ACERO S.A. de C.V., a Mexican scrap metals recycling company, funded by available cash. The deal, facilitated by Brown Gibbons Lang & Company, is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. ROCA operates four facilities in Mexico, processing around 575,000 gross tons of scrap annually, with a processing capability of 850,000 gross tons. This acquisition aims to strengthen Steel Dynamics' growth strategy in the Southwest U.S. and Mexico, enhancing its raw material procurement and competitive edge.
Steel Dynamics, Inc. (NASDAQ: STLD) celebrates Mark D. Millett's recognition as the 2022 Steelmaker of the Year by the Association for Iron & Steel Technology. This prestigious award honors his leadership in the steel industry, focusing on safety, customer service, and sustainable practices. Under Millett, Steel Dynamics has grown significantly since its founding in 1993 and champions electric arc furnace technology for its minimal environmental impact. With nearly 11,000 employees, the company has positioned itself as a leading steel producer and metals recycler in North America.
Steel Dynamics announced a definitive agreement to acquire ROCA ACERO, a Mexican scrap metals recycling firm, enhancing its North American raw material procurement strategy. ROCA operates four facilities with an annual shipping capacity of 575,000 tons and a processing capability of 850,000 tons. This acquisition aims to strengthen Steel Dynamics' competitive edge in the Southwest U.S. and Mexico, offering synergies with existing operations. The transaction will be funded with available cash and is subject to regulatory approvals.
Steel Dynamics, Inc. (NASDAQ: STLD) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.34 per common share. This dividend is payable to shareholders of record on June 30, 2022, with payments expected around July 15, 2022. The company is one of the largest steel producers and metal recyclers in the U.S., operating many facilities across the country and in Mexico, and offers a wide range of steel products and services.
Steel Dynamics, Inc. (NASDAQ: STLD) will announce its First Quarter 2022 financial results after market close on April 20, 2022. A teleconference is scheduled for April 21, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. EDT, hosted by CEO Mark D. Millett and CFO Theresa E. Wagler. Participants can join by calling +1.973.528.0011 or via the company’s website in listen-only mode. An audio replay will be available after the call, accessible through +1.919.882.2331 and will stay on the website until April 27, 2022.
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