Nucor Corp is a leading producer of steel and steel products in the United States, specializing in a diverse range of items including steel beams, rebar, and sheet steel. The company operates a network of steel mills and scrap recycling facilities, leveraging innovative technologies to enhance production efficiency and sustainability in steel manufacturing. Nucor is committed to environmental responsibility, utilizing electric arc furnaces that significantly reduce carbon emissions compared to traditional steelmaking methods. With a strong emphasis on quality, customer service, and operational excellence, Nucor plays a pivotal role in the infrastructure and construction industries, serving a wide variety of sectors from automotive to energy. Read More
Washington D.C. – The Federal Reserve's arduous battle against inflation is facing an unexpected and persistent challenger: tariffs. Recent comments from a chorus of Fed officials, including Chair Jerome Powell, reveal growing concern that the gradual, yet undeniable, pass-through of tariff costs into consumer prices is significantly complicating monetary policy,
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