Nucor Sees Stronger Q1 Earnings on Steel Mills Unit Gains

Key Takeaways Nucor forecasts Q1 EPS of $2.70-$2.80, up sharply from Q4 2025 earnings levels. Nucor expects higher steel mill earnings on better pricing and volumes, with products segment gains. NUE repurchased 0.7M shares and returned about $250M via buybacks and dividends year to date. Nucor Corporation (NUE) has released its earnings guidance for the first quarter of 2026, indicating higher profitability supported by improved performance across its core operating segments, especially the steel mills. The ...