U. S. Steel Stock Price, News & Analysis

United States Steel Corporation (NYSE:X) has announced its first quarter 2022 guidance, projecting an adjusted EBITDA of approximately $1.3 billion, a record for Q1. The expected adjusted diluted earnings per share range is $2.96 to $3.00. Market conditions are improving, with rising steel prices and strong demand driven by geopolitical risks. The company has executed stock buybacks of approximately $100 million and has $550 million remaining under its buyback authorization.

United States Steel Corporation (NYSE: X) is enhancing its metallics strategy with a $60 million investment to insource pig iron production at Gary Works. This project will yield up to 500,000 tons of pig iron annually, covering nearly 50% of Big River Steel's ore-based metallics needs. The investment is expected to generate over $30 million in annual EBITDA benefits and deliver an internal rate of return exceeding 30%. Construction is set to begin in early 2022, with production starting in the first half of 2023.

United States Steel Corporation (NYSE:X) has appointed Terry L. Dunlap to its Board of Directors. Dunlap, a principal at Sweetwater LLC, brings extensive experience, having served as Interim CEO and President of TimkenSteel Corporation and spent 31 years at Allegheny Technologies. He is currently on the boards of Matthews International and Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation. U.S. Steel, founded in 1901, focuses on a sustainable future with innovative steel products, serving various industries with a raw steelmaking capacity of 22.4 million net tons.

United States Steel Corporation (NYSE: X) has announced that Christine S. Breves, the current Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, plans to leave the company in 2022 after nine years. During the transition, she will maintain her CFO role while aiding in the search for a successor. Breves will be elevated to Executive Vice President – Business Transformation, continuing to support the company’s Best for All℠ strategy. Her extensive experience in finance and supply chain will contribute to U. S. Steel's ongoing transformation initiatives.

United States Steel Corporation (NYSE: X) has commenced construction on a $3 billion next-generation steel mill in Osceola, Arkansas. This facility is set to be the most advanced in North America and represents the largest private investment in the state’s history. Once operational in 2024, it will feature two electric arc furnaces with a capacity of 3 million tons annually, along with innovative endless casting and rolling technology, enhancing production efficiency. The project is expected to create 900 permanent jobs and thousands of construction jobs, significantly benefiting the local economy.

United States Steel Corporation (NYSE:X) has appointed Daniel R. Brown as Senior Vice President of Advanced Technology Steelmaking and COO of Big River Steel Works, effective February 1, 2022. Brown, previously Vice President, will oversee current and future flat roll steel production in Arkansas using Electric Arc Furnaces and advanced technology. U.S. Steel emphasizes safety and innovation, serving various industries with advanced steel products and maintaining a raw steelmaking capacity of 22.4 million tons annually.

United States Steel Corporation (NYSE: X) announced a dividend of $0.05 per share, payable on March 8, 2022, to stockholders of record on February 7, 2022. The company emphasizes a commitment to sustainability and innovation, targeting industries such as automotive and construction. U. S. Steel boasts an annual raw steelmaking capability of 22.4 million net tons and operates globally, with a focus on high-value steel products like XG3™ advanced high-strength steel.