United States Steel Corporation (U. S. Steel) reported a decrease in net sales and earnings across its segments for the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. The company's net sales for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024, were $4,118 million and $8,278 million, respectively, marking an 18% and 13% decrease year-on-year. The decline was attributed to lower sales volume and average realized prices across most products. The Flat-Rolled, Mini Mill, U. S. Steel Europe (USSE), and Tubular segments all experienced downturns in both the three-month and six-month periods. Capital expenditures for the first half of 2024 totaled $1,271 million, a slight decrease from $1,353 million in the prior year. U. S. Steel's liquidity remains strong, with...Show More

United States Steel Corporation (U. S. Steel) reported a decrease in net sales and earnings across its segments for the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. The company's net sales for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024, were $4,118 million and $8,278 million, respectively, marking an 18% and 13% decrease year-on-year. The decline was attributed to lower sales volume and average realized prices across most products. The Flat-Rolled, Mini Mill, U. S. Steel Europe (USSE), and Tubular segments all experienced downturns in both the three-month and six-month periods. Capital expenditures for the first half of 2024 totaled $1,271 million, a slight decrease from $1,353 million in the prior year. U. S. Steel's liquidity remains strong, with $2,031 million in cash and cash equivalents and a total liquidity of $4,259 million as of June 30, 2024. The company continues to advance its 'Best for All' strategy, with significant investments in construction projects, including the completion of Big River 2 and a new coating line at Big River Steel. Despite market challenges, U. S. Steel remains focused on strategic capital expenditures and working capital requirements, expecting to fund these through its current liquidity.