[英文調查報告書] 美國鋼鐵業預測

Abstract

Our research report, �gUS Steel Industry Outlook�h, identifies the growing importance of the US steel industry at global level. The study assesses the present status of steel industry in the US and identifies the opportunities available in the market.

This report thoroughly investigates the current market trends, evolving markets and growth prospects for the US steel industry. It, through its rational forecasts, outlines the future direction of the market. The forecast is based on a correlation between past market growth and growth of base drivers, such as economic performance of US, long-term metal demand, competitive structure, and government rules and regulations.

Key Research Findings

At global level, overall crude steel production remained high in 2007, but a slowdown was observed in the growth rate of crude steel production from the last year.
The US produces and consumes about 3% of the world' s iron ore output. In 2007, mines in Michigan and Minnesota the two largest iron ore producers in the country - shipped 95% of the iron ore produced.
Getting loans, and expansion of businesses and housing market has become difficult due to uncertainty in financial markets. This will result in a decline in apparent steel consumption in 2008.
Weak dollar remains a major challenge for the US steel industry as steel imports are expected to slip down to around 27 Million Metric Tons this year from 30.4 Million Metric Tons in 2007.
Energy-related construction market is a potential growth area for the US steel industry.

Key Issues and Facts Analyzed in the Report

What is the current position of the global steel industry?
What is the role of the US in global steel industry?
What are growth attractions and market opportunities for the US steel industry?
What are the key market challenges for the US steel industry?

Key Players Analyzed in the Report

This section covers the key facts about major players currently operating in the US steel industry such as United States Steel Corporation, Arcelor Mittal, Nucor Corporation & IPSCO Inc.

Research Methodology Used in the Report

Information Sources

Information in this report has been sourced from books, newspapers, trade journals, white papers, industry portals, government agencies, trade associations, monitoring industry news and developments, and through access to more than 3000 paid databases.

Analysis Method

RNCOS industry forecast and analysis is based on various macro- and microeconomic factors, sector and industry specific databases, and our in-house statistical and analytical model. This model takes into account the past and current trends in an economy, and more specifically in an industry, to bring out an objective market analysis.

Our industry experts study the relationship between various industry and economic variables to ensure the required accuracy and desired check on the quality of data and information given in the report.

1. Analyst View

2. Global Steel Industry - An Overview

2.1 Production
2.2 Geographical Distribution
2.3 Steel Trade
2.4 Future Outlook

3. US - In Global Context

4. US Steel Industry - Analysis

4.1 Availability of Raw Material
4.2 Production vs Consumption
4.3 Product Mix
4.4 Export-Import
4.5 Steel Scrap

5. Success Factors

5.1 Economic Indicators
5.2 Energy Efficiency
5.3 Consolidation

6. Future Growth Prospects

7. Roadblocks

7.1 Auto Sector
7.2 Weak Housing Market
7.3 Exchange Rate
7.4 Rising Cost of Raw Material

8. Competitive Landscape

8.1 United States Steel Corporation
8.2 Arcelor Mittal
8.3 Nucor Corporation
8.4 IPSCO, Inc.

List of Figures:

Figure 2-1: Global - Crude Steel Production (in Million Metric Tons), 2005-2007 & Jan-July 2008E
Figure 2-2: Global - Crude Steel Production by Region (%), 2007
Figure 2-3: Global - Crude Steel Production by Region (in Million Metric Tons), 2007
Figure 3-1: US - Share in Global Crude Steel Production (%), 2006 & 2007
Figure 4-1: US - Iron Ore Production (in Million Metric Tons), 2003-2007E
Figure 4-2: US - Iron Ore Imports (in Million Metric Tons), 2003-2007E
Figure 4-3: US - Iron Ore Imports by Country (%), 2003 to 2006
Figure 4-4: US - Crude Steel Production (in Million Metric Tons), 2006-2009F
Figure 4-5: US - Crude Steel Consumption (in Million Metric Tons), 2006-2009F
Figure 4-6: US - Apparent Steel Supply (in Million Tons), 2007 & 2008F
Figure 4-7: US - Apparent Steel Consumption (in Million Metric Tonnes), 2003-2008F
Figure 4-8: US - Actual Steel Consumption (in Million Metric Tonnes), 2003-2008F
Figure 4-9: US - Steel Production by Process (%), 2007
Figure 4-10: US - Steel Imports (in Million Metric Tonnes), 2003-2008F
Figure 4-11: US - Steel Exports (in Million Metric Tonnes), 2003-2008F
Figure 4-12: US - Steel Mill Product Exports by Country (%), 2007
Figure 4-13: US - Iron & Steel Scrap Production (in Million Metric Tons), 2003-2007E
Figure 4-14: US - Steel Scrap Exports (in Million Tons), 2007 & 2008F
Figure 4-15: US - Steel Scrap Imports (in Million Tons), 2006 & 2007
Figure 5-1: US - GDP Growth Rate (%), Q4 2007 & Q1 2008
Figure 5-2: US - Energy Consumption in per Ton Steel Shipment (in MBTU), 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000-2006
Figure 7-1: US - Light Vehicle Sales (in Million Units), 2006-2008F

List of Tables:

Table 2-1: Global - Crude Steel Production by Region (in ' 000 Metric Tons), Jan-July 2008E
Table 2-2: Global - Top 10 Steel Companies by Production (in Million Metric Tons), 2007
Table 2-3: Global - Steel Trade (in Million Metric Tons), 2007
Table 2-4: Global - Crude Steel Production by Region (in Million Metric Tons), 2007 & 2008F
Table 3-1: Global - Top 10 Crude Steel Producing Countries (in Million Metric Tons), 2006 & 2007
Table 4-1: US - Steel Product Net Shipment by Market Class (in ' 000 Short Tons) 2004 & 2005
Table 4-2: US - Finished Steel Mill Product Imports by Country (in ' 000 Net Tons), 2007 & 2008F
Table 4-3: US - Top 20 Steel Scrap Exporting Destinations (in Tons), 2007
Table 8-1: United States Steel Corporation - Financial Overview (in Million US$), 2006 & 2007
Table 8-2: Arcelor Mittal - Financial Overview (in Million US$), 2006 & 2007
Table 8-3: Nucor Corporation - Financial Overview (in Million US$), 2006 & 2007