Why Arcelor Mittal Stock Rose Today
Portfolio Pulse from Ryan Gustafson
Arcelor Mittal SA (NYSE:MT) shares rose nearly 7% on Monday, potentially due to an M&A deal between Nippon Steel Corp (OTC:NISTF) and United States Steel Corporation (NYSE:X). U.S. Steel's shares surged over 27% after Nippon Steel's announcement to acquire it for $55 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at $14.9 billion, including debt. The deal is expected to close in the second or third quarter of 2024, enhancing Nippon's manufacturing and technology capabilities and diversifying its global footprint. Arcelor Mittal's stock movement was accompanied by a trading volume of 5.56 million shares, significantly higher than its average of 2.06 million shares. Arcelor Mittal was also a bidder for U.S. Steel, reportedly ready to offer $45 per share.
December 18, 2023 | 10:53 pm
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Arcelor Mittal's stock rose nearly 7% possibly due to the acquisition of U.S. Steel by Nippon Steel, indicating a positive market sentiment towards steel industry consolidation.
Arcelor Mittal's stock price increase is likely due to the perceived benefits of industry consolidation following the acquisition of a peer. The market may expect similar deals or believe that consolidation will lead to a more favorable market environment for steel companies.
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Shares of U.S. Steel surged over 27% after the announcement of its acquisition by Nippon Steel for $55 per share, indicating a strong market approval of the deal terms.
The significant rise in U.S. Steel's stock price reflects investor enthusiasm for the acquisition terms offered by Nippon Steel. The premium price of $55 per share and the all-cash nature of the deal are likely driving the positive sentiment.
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