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ArcelorMittal hosted an investor event at AM/NS India’s Hazira plant, marking its first since the acquisition in December 2019. The event highlighted significant improvements in AM/NS India’s financial performance, including strong growth in steel production and EBITDA, and a reduction in net debt. The company is committed to enhancing its operational efficiency and decarbonizing the Indian steel industry, aiming to increase its capacity to approximately 15 million tonnes by early 2026. AM/NS India positions itself to capture market growth in a domestic steel market projected to reach 300 million tonnes by 2030.
On September 26, 2022, ArcelorMittal announced the issuance of €600 million in 4.875% notes due September 26, 2026, as part of its €10 billion wholesale Euro Medium Term Notes Programme. The issuance closed today, with proceeds earmarked for general corporate purposes and the refinancing of existing debt. The press release clarifies that this does not constitute a public offering and that no steps have been taken in jurisdictions requiring registration. Investors are cautioned about the risks associated with the notes, including the possibility of a decline in value.
ArcelorMittal has released its half-year report for the period ending June 30, 2022. The report is accessible on its corporate website and has been filed with the U.S. SEC as Form 6-K. In 2021, the company achieved revenues of $76.6 billion and produced 69.1 million metric tonnes of crude steel, alongside 50.9 million metric tonnes of iron ore. ArcelorMittal aims to create innovative steels that reduce energy use and carbon emissions, aligning its vision with sustainability goals.
On July 29, 2022, ArcelorMittal announced a new share buyback program to repurchase 60,431,380 shares, totaling approximately $1.4 billion. This initiative is part of a broader strategy, bringing total buybacks for 2022 to around $3.4 billion. The program, authorized by shareholders on May 4, 2022, aims to fulfill obligations related to debt and employee share programs and to reduce share capital. The completion is anticipated by May 2023, subject to market conditions. Notably, a significant shareholder opted not to participate in this program.
ArcelorMittal has signed an agreement to acquire Companhia Siderúrgica do Pecém (CSP) for an enterprise value of approximately $2.2 billion. The acquisition aims to strengthen ArcelorMittal's position in Brazil's steel industry and introduce synergies worth over $50 million. CSP operates a state-of-the-art facility capable of producing 3 million tonnes of high-quality slabs annually. The deal awaits regulatory approvals, including CADE in Brazil, expected by late 2022. The acquisition supports ArcelorMittal's ambitions to develop low-carbon and green hydrogen initiatives in the region.
ArcelorMittal (MT) reported strong financial results for 2Q 2022, with operating income of $4.5 billion and net income of $3.9 billion. EBITDA reached $5.2 billion, marking the fifth consecutive quarter above $5 billion. Despite a 6.3% drop in steel shipments to 14.4Mt, higher average selling prices boosted sales to $22.1 billion. The company announced a proposed $2.2 billion acquisition of Companhia Siderúrgica do Pecém (CSP) in Brazil and completed the acquisition of voestalpine’s Hot Briquetted Iron plant in Texas. The solid financial performance highlights ArcelorMittal's strategic focus on low-carbon steelmaking.
On July 20, 2022, ArcelorMittal announced the consensus estimates for its second quarter of 2022, compiled by Visible Alpha from 13 sell-side analysts. Key figures include an expected EBITDA of $5,088 million, a net income of $3,719 million, and earnings per share (EPS) of $4.05. The estimates reflect market expectations and are not confirmed by the company. ArcelorMittal, recognized as a leading steel and mining entity, emphasizes innovative production methods targeting sustainability and efficiency.
On July 1, 2022, ArcelorMittal announced that BlackRock, Inc. notified them of a shareholding change, dropping below 5% in voting rights as of June 30, 2022. This notification complies with Luxembourg’s Transparency Law regarding shareholding thresholds. ArcelorMittal continues to be a leading steel and mining company, generating $76.6 billion in revenue and producing 69.1 million metric tonnes of crude steel in 2021. Their commitment is to create innovative, eco-friendly steel solutions to support future societal transformations.
On July 1, 2022, ArcelorMittal completed the acquisition of an 80% stake in voestalpine's Hot Briquetted Iron plant in Corpus Christi, Texas, following regulatory approvals. Valued at $1 billion, this state-of-the-art facility has an annual capacity of 2 million tonnes of HBI, enhancing ArcelorMittal's production capabilities for low-carbon steelmaking. This strategic move solidifies the company's leadership in Direct Reduced Iron production, aligning with its goal to decarbonize the steel industry.
ArcelorMittal has filed its 2021 Payments to Governments report, detailing payments made to governments related to mining operations, in compliance with Luxembourg law. The report is available for download at their corporate site. In 2021, ArcelorMittal generated revenues of $76.6 billion and produced 69.1 million metric tonnes of crude steel, along with 50.9 million metric tonnes of iron ore. The company aims to innovate its steel production processes for sustainability and efficiency while expanding its global footprint across 60 countries.