Nippon Steel’s U.S. deal is uncertain amid Trump’s tariffs and US steel industry chaos. Japan’s top steelmaker, based in Tokyo, is key in global supply.
U.S. Steel has announced it will continue supplying slabs to its Granite City plant after White House intervention using the 'golden share' authority. This move follows earlier plans to cease operations, amid ongoing negotiations and union opposition. The decision impacts employment and production strategies at the plant.