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Public policy affecting the iron and steel industry.
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U.S., Canada Threaten Hiked Steel and Auto Tariffs After Failed Trade Negotiations
25 August 2026 - U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. will raise tariffs on Canadian autos and auto parts to 50% from 1 January 2027, with steel remaining at 50%, while Canada plans to raise tariffs on U.S. steel to 50% from 8 September 2026, following failed trade negotiations, reported the New York Times and Wall Street Journal.
U.S. Looks to Lower Canadian Steel, Automobile Tariffs
20 August 2026 - The U.S. and Canada are in negotiations looking to lower tariffs on Canadian steel, aluminum and automobiles, the Wall Street Journal reported.
U.K. Leaders Nationalize British Steel
16 July 2026 - The U.K. has nationalized integrated steel producer British Steel, seizing the struggling business and bringing it under public ownership.
