VanEck Steel ETF (SLX)

Nippon Steel finalized its acquisition of U.S. Steel, pledging $11 billion in U.S. investments. The deal preserves American jobs, leadership, and operations under a national security agreement with government oversight.

Steel Dynamics announced guidance for second-quarter 2025 earnings, projecting between $2.00 and $2.04 per share.

Steel tariffs are back, and Cleveland-Cliffs, Nucor, and Steel Dynamics are emerging as early winners. Tariffs benefit margins and ETFs like SLX and XME offer diversified exposure.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc (NYSE:CLF) shares are soaring Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to double tariffs on steel.

CEO of Rio Tinto Plc to step down later this year, after realigning the company's strategy and building a diverse management team for future growth.

Rio Tinto plans to invest $1.2 billion to modernize its hydroelectric power plant in Quebec, securing jobs and low-carbon aluminum production.

Rio Tinto and Sumitomo Metal Mining finalize joint venture for Winu project in Western Australia, with SMM paying up to $430.4 million for 30% stake.

Vale's (VALE) shares down on Friday due to 4% decline in net operating revenue, missed consensus estimate and lower iron ore and nickel prices.

RIO and AMG Metals & Materials signed an MoU to explore a low-carbon aluminium project in India, with a focus on renewable energy and potential 500,000 tpa smelter.

Rio Tinto Plc (NYSE: RIO) reports decline in iron ore production, with severe weather causing losses. Bauxite and Alumina production up. Reiterates guidance for Bauxite and Alumina in FY25.

VALE shares down premarket after reporting Q1 production and sales performance, iron ore production and pellet production fell, copper and nickel up.

US Steel shares drop premarket as company projects adjusted EPS loss and lower EBITDA in Q1 2025, but expects improvement in future.

Although the trade war imposes complexities against Steel Dynamics, the smart money is still betting big on STLD stock.

Trump announced a 50% tariff on Canadian aluminum and steel imports, it created a cloud of fear and uncertainty in the markets.

Tonight, we’re going to take a close look at silver, which has been seeing some big moves lately and is set for even more.

Rio Tinto invests $1.8 billion in Brockman Syncline mine, extending region's mine life and maintaining iron ore production. Also, Rio Tinto revealed the completion of the buyout of Arcadium Lithium.

VALE reported Q4 results, beating consensus, with iron ore production at highest since 2018. C1 cash costs at US$ 18.8/t in Q4.

China's metal markets are showing strong signs, with copper and iron ore prices at highs, steel output up, and base metal inventories low. JPMorgan predicts a bullish move if China's demand picks up.

Tariffs on metal imports create opportunities in ETFs focused on U.S. steelmakers. Top picks are VanEck Steel, SPDR S&P Metals & Mining, and Global X U.S. Infrastructure Development ETF.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen vowed "countermeasures" in response to Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.

Donald Trump announced 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports. Investors can consider these ETFs to trade following the development.

Investors aren’t ignoring the risk—the uncertainty just paralyzes them.

Cleveland-Cliffs reported preliminary 2024 results with a decrease in steel shipments and revenues, and plans to offer $750 million in Senior Guaranteed Notes.