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Nucor Corporation manufactures steel and steel products through steel mills, steel products and raw materials segments, with operating facilities in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Its recurring company updates cover quarterly earnings, shipment volumes, average selling prices, end-market demand, operating-segment performance, earnings guidance and conference-call materials.
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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.
Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) has completed the acquisition of Hannibal Industries, a leading provider of steel racking solutions, for $370 million. This transaction involved purchasing all outstanding shares from the Employee Stock Ownership Plan. The acquisition aims to enhance Nucor's ability to serve the growing warehouse and distribution market by adding steel racking to its portfolio. Nucor's President emphasized the strategic importance of this acquisition in meeting customer demands.
Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) has appointed Norma B. Clayton as a director, effective September 1, 2021. Clayton, 63, brings a wealth of experience from her previous role as Vice President for Learning, Training, and Development at The Boeing Company, where she contributed significantly to business management and global supply chains. Her leadership experience spans various roles at Boeing, General Electric, General Motors, Lockheed Martin, and RCA. Nucor's executives are optimistic about her contributions to the board.
Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) has completed the acquisition of Cornerstone Building Brands' insulated metal panels business for approximately $1 billion. The acquisition includes CENTRIA and Metl-Span brands, now part of Nucor's new Insulated Panel Group, which aims to enhance product offerings for high-end architectural applications and cold storage markets. This strategic move is expected to bolster Nucor's market position and expand its product range.
Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) reported record second quarter consolidated net earnings of $1.51 billion, or $5.04 per diluted share, marking a significant increase from $942.4 million in Q1 2021 and $108.9 million in Q2 2020. For the first half of 2021, earnings reached $2.45 billion, or $8.13 per diluted share, surpassing its full year record of $7.42 set in 2018. Overall sales increased 25% to $8.79 billion compared to Q1 2021, driven by strong demand across steel markets. Nucor expects to break its quarterly earnings record again in Q3 2021.
Nucor (NYSE: NUE) will host a live conference call on July 22, 2021, at 2 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss its second quarter earnings ending July 3, 2021. The event, led by President and CEO Leon Topalian, will review Nucor's financial performance and include a Q&A session. Investors can access the live call via the Nucor website or through a provided link. An archived version will be available for those unable to attend live. Nucor is known as North America's largest recycler and a significant manufacturer of various steel products.