Steel Company Nucor Posts Mixed Q2 Results, Projects Lower Q3 Earnings Q/Q
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Nucor Corp (NYSE:NUE) reported a 19% YoY decline in Q2 FY23 net sales to $9.52 billion, missing consensus estimates. The company's EPS fell to $5.81 from $9.67 a year ago, but beat the consensus of $5.53. Nucor repurchased approximately 3.1 million shares at an average price of $147.03 per share in Q2. The company expects Q3 earnings to decrease Q/Q due to decreased profitability, particularly in the steel mills segment.

July 25, 2023 | 1:12 pm
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Nucor Corp reported lower than expected Q2 FY23 net sales and a decrease in EPS, although it beat consensus estimates. The company repurchased 3.1 million shares in Q2 and expects Q3 earnings to decrease Q/Q.
Nucor's lower than expected Q2 FY23 net sales and decrease in EPS could negatively impact investor sentiment, potentially leading to a decrease in the company's stock price. The company's share repurchase in Q2 indicates confidence in its stock, but the expected decrease in Q3 earnings could offset this positive sentiment.
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