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O’Neal Steel October Market Informer

U.S. Core Capital Goods Orders Beat Expectations; Business Investment Rebounding New orders for key U.S.-made capital goods increased more than expected in August and demand for the prior month was stronger than previously estimated, suggesting a rebound in business spending on equipment was underway after a prolonged slump. The upbeat report from the Commerce Department… Read More

Aluminum Extrusions

Is Buying in Bulk the Right Move for Your Business? If your business requires aluminum extrusions, it is likely you have considered purchasing direct from an aluminum extruder. “Cutting out the middleman” is a common milestone for growing companies who believe paying the lowest price for their raw materials is an essential step to scaling… Read More

O’Neal Steel July Market Informer

U.S. Manufacturing Activity Hits 14-Month High U.S. manufacturing activity rebounded in June, hitting its highest level in more than a year as the broader economy reopened, but rising COVID-19 infections threaten the recovery. The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) said on July 1, its index of national factory activity jumped to a reading of 52.6… Read More

O’Neal Steel June Market Informer

May Sees Biggest Jobs Increase Ever Employment stunningly rose by 2.5 million in May and the jobless rate declined to 13.3% according to data June 5 from the Labor Department that was far better than economists had been expecting and indicated that an economic turnaround could be close at hand. Economists surveyed by Dow Jones… Read More

O’Neal Steel May Market Informer

Oil Bounces As Investors Bet On The Global Economy Slowly Reopening Oil prices rose once again on April 30 as signs that the global economy is moving towards a slow reopening boost sentiment, and inventory data shows storage demand for the commodity rising slower than expected. West Texas Intermediate has rallied close to 14% on… Read More

O’Neal Steel April Market Informer

Metal Users Want Section 232 Tariff Relief During Coronavirus Pandemic   The coronavirus pandemic has made its mark on supply chains, leaving some companies looking for relief. For some, that means petitioning for tariff relief, particularly from President Donald Trump’s Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs. One industry group, the Coalition of American Metal Manufacturers… Read More

Essential Business Designation

Essential Business Designation We Are Open for Business   At O’Neal Steel we understand supporting our customers and our nation during this time is absolutely vital. Please know that the safety of our employees and our customers’ employees is paramount. We have taken additional measures to ensure the continued safety and well-being of our employees,… Read More

Coronavirus Update

As concerns regarding Coronavirus continue to impact many aspects of our personal and professional lives, we wanted to reach out and let you know the steps we are taking in response to this pandemic. As always, the health and safety of our employees and customers is our top priority. With these growing health concerns, O’Neal… Read More

O’Neal Steel March Market Informer

The Latest on Coronavirus, Its Impact on the Economy and the Industrial Metals Sector As most are certainly aware, the coronavirus has rattled markets, lawmakers, health officials, and the industrial metals industry. Last week culminated in an announcement by the World Health Organization (WHO) that it was raising its risk assessment of the coronavirus to… Read More

The Pursuit of Service Excellence

Customer Service is a broad term that can mean different things to different people across the metals industry. At O’Neal Steel, our brand of customer service drives us to understand customer needs, and our service efforts are focused on providing our customers with a top tier experience. We strive to make it easy for customers… Read More