Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NYSE:NUE), a leading North American steel producer with a market capitalization of $29.8 billion, finds itself at a critical juncture as it balances ambitious growth plans with challenging market conditions.

U.S. steelmaker Nucor Corp reported a drop in fourth-quarter revenue and profit on Monday, as selling prices declined in its mills and products segments.

After the stock markets closed Monday, Jan. 27, 2025, Nucor reported 2024 fourth-quarter earnings of $287 million, down from $785 million in the same period in 2023. For the full year, earnings were $2.