Economy

February 7, 2019
CRU: Steel Tariffs Shift U.S. PC Strand Buyers’ Focus Abroad
Written by Tim Triplett
By CRU North America Steel Analyst Ryan McKinley
Since Section 232 tariffs have come into force, U.S. wire rod prices have increased more than other markets. As a result, domestic PC strand (prestressed concrete steel strand) producers have seen costs increase, inviting more competition from abroad.


