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Apr 03, 2021
Nucor Q1 2021 Earnings Report
Nucor achieved record quarterly earnings driven by strong demand and higher average selling prices in its steel mills segment.
Key Takeaways
Nucor Corporation reported record quarterly consolidated net earnings of $942.4 million, or $3.10 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2021. The company's net sales increased 33% to $7.02 billion compared to the previous quarter and 25% compared to the first quarter of 2020.
The first quarter of 2021 was the most profitable quarter in the company’s history.
Earnings for the second quarter of 2021 are expected to exceed the first quarter results, setting a new record for quarterly earnings.
Most of the end-use markets served remain strong and inventories remain lean across supply chains.
The steel mills segment benefitted from strong demand and higher average selling prices.
Revenue by Segment
Forward Guidance
Nucor expects earnings in the second quarter of 2021 to be the highest quarterly earnings in Nucor history, surpassing the record set in the first quarter of 2021.
Positive Outlook
- Improved pricing and margins in the steel mills segment are expected to drive the increase in earnings.
- The segment’s largest increases in performance are expected at our sheet and plate mills.
- The steel products segment is expected to have another strong quarter.
- The steel products segment is expected to have performance comparable to the first quarter of 2021.
Challenges Ahead
- The profitability of the raw materials segment is expected to decrease due to rising raw materials input costs.
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