By Ben Glickman


U.S. Steel posted lower revenue in the first quarter after drops in prices for some of the company's segments weighed on results.

The Pittsburgh-based company reported a profit of $171 million, or 68 cents a share, in the quarter ended March 31, compared with a profit of $199 million, or 78 cents a share, a year earlier.

Stripping out certain one-time items, U.S. Steel had an adjusted profit of 82 cents a share.

Revenue fell to $4.16 billion from $4.47 billion a year ago.

Prices in U.S. Steel's flat-rolled and mini mill segments rose, while average realized prices in European operations and in tubular fell compared to a year ago. Total steel shipments declined.

Chief Executive David Burritt said the company benefited from a diverse order book and efficiently run operations. He noted results were dented by an unfavorable inventory impact in North American flat-rolled.

U.S. Steel said it was working toward closing the merger with Nippon Steel, and still expects the merger to close in the second half of 2024.


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