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Steel tariffs are back with a bang, and investors are already positioning for the winners. As the U.S. slaps a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/topics/25/05/45708977/trump-doubles-steel-tariffs-to-50-saying-it-will-secure-american-jobs-backs-us-steels-takeover-by-japans-nippon" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">prohibitive 50% tariff</a> on imported steel and aluminum, Cleveland-Cliffs Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLF#NYSE">CLF</a>), Nucor Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NUE#NYSE">NUE</a>) and Steel Dynamics Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLD#NASDAQ">STLD</a>) are emerging as the early champions of this protectionist pivot.
According to Tracy Shuchart, senior economist at NinjaTrader, the tariff surge is a short-term policy maneuver, but it brings long-term opportunities for domestic producers. &#8220;At 50%, these tariffs are reaching what economists call prohibitive levels—they&#8217;re so high that they fundamentally distort market mechanisms rather than simply providing competitive protection,&#8221; Shuchart said in an exclusive email interview with Benzinga.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tariffs To Benefit Cleveland, Nucor, Steel Dynamics&#8217; Margins</h2>
Cleveland-Cliffs saw a 25.2% gain in early trading after the announcement, not just on sentiment but solid fundamentals. The company is heavily exposed to imports, particularly in flat-rolled products, and now has room to raise prices by $200-300 per ton while still staying competitive. 
&#8220;Cliffs can immediately implement price increases of $200–300 per ton while still remaining competitive,&#8221; Shuchart added.
Nucor, with its low-cost electric arc furnace model, is positioned to expand its already solid margins. Its scale, cost discipline, and flexible mini-mill network could boost EBITDA margins to the 18–20% range over the next 12–18 months. &#8220;With import competition effectively removed, Nucor can maintain its cost advantage while capturing significantly higher margins,&#8221; Shuchart said.
Meanwhile, Steel Dynamics, which had ventured into aluminum production, now looks prophetic. With both steel and aluminum tariffs rising, Steel Dynamics&#8217;s dual exposure could unlock a new wave of pricing power. &#8220;This diversification strategy, which seemed risky 18 months ago, now looks prescient,&#8221; said Shuchart.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Broad-Market Beneficiaries</h2>
Investors looking to ride the broader wave may also consider steel-focused ETFs like the VanEck Steel ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLX#NYSE">SLX</a>) or the SPDR S&amp;P Metals and Mining ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>), which offer diversified exposure to these names.
While these gains are real, Shuchart cautions this is not a forever story. Structural supply gaps and midterm politics could force a policy rethink by late 2025. 
But for now, domestic steel stocks stand to gain, and this trio is leading the charge.
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The U.S. and Ukraine have officially signed an agreement granting the U.S. access to Ukraine's mineral resources. Two parties inked the deal two months after a heated meeting at the White House between two presidents, Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky, abruptly <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/44053592/white-house-meeting-turns-tense-as-trump-warns-zelenskyy-youre-gambling-with-world-war-iii" rel="noreferrer noopener">ended the negotiations</a>.
"Thanks to President Trump's tireless efforts to secure a lasting peace, I am glad to announce the signing of today's historic economic partnership agreement between the United States and Ukraine establishing the United States-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund," said U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1917700867353923761" rel="noreferrer noopener">per</a> The Kobeissi Letter.
"Together with the United States, we are creating the Fund that will attract global investment into our country," Ukrainian First Vice Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/Svyrydenko_Y" rel="noreferrer noopener">wrote</a> on X.
Under the agreement, the U.S. will have priority access to new investment projects involving Ukrainian critical minerals. Kyiv and Washington will establish an investment fund, through which profits will be funneled, aiming to support Ukraine's recovery and offset future U.S. military assistance.
Trump initially demanded $500 billion worth of mineral wealth as repayment for U.S. military aid, but Ukraine pushed back, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43968607/trump-negotiates-a-very-big-deal-for-ukraines-mineral-wealth" rel="noreferrer noopener">seeking security guarantees</a> in return. Reuters <a target="_blank" href="https://www.reuters.com/world/kyiv-is-ready-sign-resources-deal-with-us-ukraine-government-source-says-2025-04-30/" rel="noreferrer noopener">confirmed</a> that the signed deal does not require Ukraine to repay past military aid and doesn't contain any concrete U.S. security guarantees.
Ukraine holds substantial reserves of rare earth elements essential for the technology, defense, and clean energy industries. It is the sixth-largest global producer of Titanium, although production has been on a decline since 2012.
Still, nearly half of mineral deposits are concentrated in Luhansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, Dnipropetrovsk, Kirovohrad, Poltava, and Kharkiv—territories that are partly under Russian control, complicating extraction efforts.
Marko Papic, Chief Strategist at BCA Research, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/44057033/this-is-something-that-president-trump-does-over-and-over-again-geopolitical-strategist-says-about-failed-rare-minerals-deal-with-ukraine-president-zelenskyy" rel="noreferrer noopener">warned</a> that resource extraction is just one part of the equation.
"Even if you somehow manage to get the rare earths out, the question would be—where do you refine them? The fact is that most of them would have to go to China. That's the critical bottleneck in this whole situation."
This deal is a good example of Trump's transactional approach to foreign policy and leveraging economic incentives to build domestic support.
"This is something President Trump does over and over again," Papic noted. "The theater surrounding his deals, the back-and-forth, is designed to build domestic consensus, particularly among his voters."
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The world&#8217;s largest exchange-traded fund tracking the Nasdaq 100 index is on track for its worst week of outflows since November 2024, highlighting growing investor unease about the sustainability of the tech sector&#8217;s rebound from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/tariffs">the tariff-led selloff.</a>
The Invesco QQQ Trust, Series 1 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) lost $3.97 billion over the first four days of the week, according to TradingView data, with Friday's flows yet to be reported. This marks potentially the worst weekly outflows in six months. 
Notably, this exodus occurs even as the Nasdaq 100 posted a robust weekly performance, soaring over 6%.
The VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMH#NASDAQ">SMH</a>) suffered outflows for $1.4 billion over the week, the worst since July 2024. 
Similarly, the iShares Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>) recorded $347 million in outflows this week, heading toward its worst weekly outflow since December 2024. This drain comes even as chipmaker stocks surged 11% over the same period, the strongest weekly gains since November 2022. 
Pressure is also being felt at the top of the tech elite: The Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAGS#NYSE">MAGS</a>) registered outflows for the second consecutive week.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Investors Are Rotating Out Of Tech Into Blue-Chip Stocks</h1>
Instead of an outright exit from risk assets, the flows suggest a sector rotation as investors appear to be moving from tech stocks into more traditional blue-chip names.
The SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) recorded its largest single-day inflow since August 2020 on Monday, with $1.6 billion of fresh capital. 
By the week&#8217;s end, ETF pulled in $1.53 billion overall, eyeing the strongest weekly inflow in nearly five years.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Sector Fund Flows: Winners and Losers</h1>
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<li>The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>) gathered $124 million, poised for its third consecutive week of inflows.</li>
<li>The Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>) attracted $7 million in new capital, halting a two-week streak of outflows.</li>
<li>The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) extended its painful trend, losing $717 million, marking the sixth consecutive week of outflows.</li>
<li>The Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) saw an $84 million influx, posting its second straight week of gains.</li>
<li>The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>) experienced significant outflows totaling $666 million.</li>
<li>The Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>) registered $40 million in outflows.</li>
<li>The Industrials Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>) attracted $140 million in fresh money.</li>
<li>The Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>) gained $52 million in inflows.</li>
<li>The Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>) saw $62 million in inflows, reflecting growing interest in defensive sectors.</li>
<li>The Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>) managed to secure $105 million in inflows despite broader tech weakness.</li>
<li>The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) posted $230 million in new investments, marking its second straight week of inflows, as investors seek safety in traditionally defensive sectors.</li>
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JP Morgan analyst Bill Peterson downgraded United States Steel Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/X#NYSE">X</a>) from Overweight to Neutral and cut the price <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/x/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">forecast from $43 to $38</a>.
The analyst cited the pending NSC deal, which seems to be &#8216;in the hands <a target="_blank" href="https://in.benzinga.com/25/03/44545889/nippon-attempts-to-revive-us-steel-deal-with-larger-capital-investments" rel="noreferrer noopener">of the Trump administration&#8217; as the reason</a>.
In recent news, Nippon Steel&nbsp;and&nbsp;United States Steel&nbsp;are reportedly negotiating with the Trump administration to revive their $14 billion merger by significantly boosting investments in U.S. Steel&#8217;s <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/guidance/25/03/44432858/us-steel-faces-q1-pressures-but-eyes-long-term-gains-from-br2-nippon-partnership" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rust Belt facilities.</a>
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The analyst writes that, on the demand side, construction is under pressure, while tin/container demand should benefit from S232 tariffs.
Meanwhile, Peterson believes that the auto sector may experience short-term demand pull-through from earlier pre-buying, with longer-term tariff risks potentially impacting demand.
Regarding BRS2&#8217;s ramp-up, the analyst expects upstream melt capacity to be fully online in the second half of 2025, with the entire facility reaching steady-state production by 2026.
The analyst notes that last month, the company guided for the first quarter of 2025 adjusted EPS loss of 53 cents–49 cents (vs.&nbsp;consensus loss of 30 cents) and adjusted EBITDA of about $125 million, in line with <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/guidance/25/03/44432858/us-steel-faces-q1-pressures-but-eyes-long-term-gains-from-br2-nippon-partnership" rel="noreferrer noopener">prior&nbsp;outlook of&nbsp;$100 million&nbsp;– $150 million</a>.
Consequently, Peterson now estimates softer FRP shipments this year and flat next year (-0.9%/+0.4% vs. previous +0.1%/+0.0%) to account for auto tariff risks.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;VanEck Steel ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLX#NYSE" rel="noreferrer noopener"> SLX</a>) and&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P Metals &amp; Mining ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>).
Price Action: United States Steel shares are up 0.65% at $41.66 at the last check Wednesday.
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United States Steel Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/X#NYSE">X</a>) shares are trading lower premarket on Friday. On Thursday, the company guided for the first quarter of 2025 adjusted EPS loss of 53 cents &#8211; 49 cents vs. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/b44425492/united-states-steel-corporation-provides-first-quarter-2025-guidance" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus loss of 30 cents</a>.
Also, the company expects adjusted EBITDA of about $125 million in the first quarter of 2025, in line with prior&nbsp;first quarter&nbsp;outlook of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43353295" rel="noreferrer noopener">$100 million&nbsp;&#8211; $150 million.</a>
The company projects the Flat-Rolled segment&#8217;s adjusted EBITDA to be lower sequentially on typical seasonal logistics constraints in the mining sector, which is expected to unwind in the second quarter.
United States Steel expects higher average selling prices and higher volumes <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance">to partially offset this mining impact.</a>
Meanwhile, the company anticipates Mini Mill segment&#8217;s adjusted EBITDA to be higher Q/Q on higher shipments.
Apart from this, the European segment&#8217;s adjusted EBITDA is expected to improve Q/Q due to an increase in shipments, volume efficiencies, and favorable raw material pricing despite the challenging demand environment in Europe.
On the other hand, the company sees Tubular segment&#8217;s adjusted EBITDA to be higher Q/Q led by an increase in prime shipments and rise in average selling prices.
President and Chief Executive Officer David B. Burritt said, &#8221;BR2 is expected to make a significant contribution to our 2025 EBITDA, with run-rate throughput expected during the second half of 2025 and full run-rate capability in 2026.&#8221;
&#8220;We applaud President Trump&#8217;s leadership and advocacy for the American steel industry in his recent tariff announcements. We continue to assess the benefit we expect from these tariff policies.&#8221;
&#8221;Combined with the partnership with Nippon Steel, which includes investment commitments, technology transfer and innovation, U. S. Steel&#8217;s future is extremely bright.&#8221;
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;VanEck Steel ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLX#NYSE">SLX</a>) and SPDR S&amp;P Metals &amp; Mining ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>).
Price Action: X shares are down 1.34% at $40.51 premarket at the last check Friday.
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The Trump administration granted Nippon Steel and United States Steel Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/X#NYSE">X</a>) a 21-day extension in their lawsuit over the proposed merger, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43576917/trump-says-reconsiders-nippon-steels-149-billion-us-steel-deal-theyve-agreed-to-invest-heavilyas-opposed-to-own-it" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">allowing further negotiations with regulators.</a>
What Happened: The Wall Street Journal <a href="https://www.wsj.com/business/deals/nippon-steel-u-s-steel-lawsuit-gets-extension-to-continue-government-negotiations-3638d994" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported </a>that the Department of Justice pushed back the litigation briefing deadlines, citing a motion filed on Friday. 
Additionally, the oral argument, initially set for April 24, has been rescheduled to May 12.
The move indicates that President Donald Trump may approve the deal, <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2025/03/17/business/us-steel-nippon-trump-cfius/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports </a>CNN.
Former President Joe Biden <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/01/42787508/biden-blocks-14-9b-us-steel-takeover-shares-plunge">blocked it</a>, citing national security and domestic supply chain concerns.
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Why It Matters: Last month, Trump contemplated approving Nippon Steel&#8217;s $14.1<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/25/02/43574248/trump-hints-at-rekindling-nippon-steels-14-billion-acquisition-of-united-steel-in-talks-with-japanese-pm-ishiba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> billion bid</a> for U.S. Steel as an investment rather than a purchase. The remarks were made in the presence of Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba at the Oval Office.
The latest extension aims to facilitate continued discussions between the companies and the government in an attempt to resolve the situation without proceeding to a full legal resolution.
In December 2023, Nippon Steel agreed to purchase U.S. Steel, but ended up in a legal dispute with the Biden administration last year over the stalled acquisition.
In early January, CEO&nbsp;Eiji Hashimoto&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/01/42870745/nippon-steel-ceo-slams-tariffs-defends-15-billion-us-steel-merger-amid-national-security-concerns-we-never-think-that-industry-can-become-stronger-through-tariffs-alone" rel="noreferrer noopener">dismissed tariffs as an inadequate solution</a>&nbsp;for bolstering the U.S. steel industry. He defended the merger, asserting that it would strengthen national security by creating a more resilient and competitive company.
In response, Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel filed a lawsuit in January, claiming the decision was influenced by President Biden&#8217;s desire to gain favor with the United Steelworkers union in Pennsylvania.
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, X stock has gained over 3% in the past year. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P Metals &amp; Mining ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>).
Price Action: X shares are trading higher by 0.36% to $40.26 premarket at last check Tuesday.
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General

Trump Eyes Approval Of Controversial Steel Merger: Nippon, US Steel Await Key Decision

U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum called for increased activity in the commodity sector, urging industry leaders to seize opportunities on public lands. At the CERAWeek energy conference in Houston on Wednesday, Burgum noted the need for <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities" rel="noreferrer noopener">higher domestic production</a> and reduced dependence on foreign supply chains.
"If we're going to drill, baby, drill, then we've got to be asked to also mine, baby, mine," Burgum told the audience, according <a target="_blank" href="https://www.reuters.com/world/us/ceraweek-us-can-slash-20-30-regulation-boost-energy-interior-secretary-says-2025-03-12/" rel="noreferrer noopener">to</a> Reuters.
President Donald Trump's administration has actively pursued policies to bolster domestic supply chains, including a yet-to-be-signed <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/44057033/this-is-something-that-president-trump-does-over-and-over-again-geopolitical-strategist-says-about-failed-rare-minerals-deal-with-ukraine-president-zelenskyy" rel="noreferrer noopener">agreement with Ukraine</a> for mineral resource cooperation. Additionally, Trump has proposed building critical mineral refining facilities on Pentagon-controlled military bases.
Burgum, a former governor of North Dakota, the third-largest oil-producing state, noted opportunities to generate government revenue. According to his estimates, the current administration could unwind 20% to 30% of existing production regulations, significantly lowering the cost of commodity extraction.
The Interior Secretary stressed the importance of strengthening critical minerals production, citing growing concerns about China's dominance in the sector.
"We put ourselves in a position of incredible risk, where we've allowed ourselves to have a major competitor control 80% of the processing for critical minerals," Burgum said.
He proposed leveraging the planned U.S. sovereign wealth fund and strengthening collaboration with allied nations to secure a stable supply of key minerals like lithium and nickel to counter this situation.
According to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39870803/us-mine-development-delays-among-worlds-longest-second-only-to-zambia" rel="noreferrer noopener">last year's study</a>, the U.S. must find ways to cut the red tape on its mineral production. Its permitting process is the second-slowest in the world, taking as much as 29 years from discovery to production.
Still, there is a delicate balance between deregulation and environmental destruction. The Biden administration blocked one of the largest domestic projects, the Pebble Mine project in Alaska, citing environmental risks to the Bristol Bay watershed.
In response to Burgum's remarks, the National Parks Conservation Association <a target="_blank" href="https://act.npca.org/page/79022/action/1" rel="noreferrer noopener">opposed</a> increased drilling and mining near national monuments like Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante.
"If we lose these places to oil and gas development, we forfeit a century-old legacy that we will not pass on to our grandchildren," the association warned last month.
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Interior Secretary Calls For 'Mine, Baby, Mine,' Promising Cost Savings From Deregulation

The latest round of tariffs on metal imports, announced by the Trump administration, is set to create significant investment opportunities in ETFs <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/25/02/43587918/donald-trumps-expected-tariffs-on-aluminum-steel-imports-may-impact-domestic-companies-heres-a-list-of-metal-etfs-that-could-be-affected">focused on U.S. steelmakers. </a>
With a 25% tariff now set to be imposed on all steel and aluminum imports, domestic steel producers are expected to gain market share and see rising profitability. A KeyBanc Capital Markets report shows how these tariffs could reshape the steel market, reducing finished steel imports by 14% year-over-year in 2025, primarily impacting sheet and plate steel. 
Analysts anticipate U.S. steel mills capturing market share previously held by foreign competitors, reinforcing the bullish outlook for U.S. steel companies-focused ETFs.
Three <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">standout ETFs</a> are VanEck Steel ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLX#NYSE">SLX</a>), SPDR S&amp;P Metals &amp; Mining ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>), and Global X U.S. Infrastructure Development ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAVE#BATS">PAVE</a>).
VanEck Steel ETF 
This is a direct play on the steel sector, offering concentrated exposure to leading steel manufacturers. With holdings in Nucor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NUE#NYSE">NUE</a>), Cleveland-Cliffs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLF#NYSE">CLF</a>), Steel Dynamics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLD#NASDAQ">STLD</a>), and United States Steel Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/X#NYSE">X</a>), the fund is well-positioned to benefit from higher domestic steel prices.
The new tariffs are expected to curb foreign steel imports, which accounted for a substantial share of the U.S. market. This will increase demand for domestically produced steel, boosting revenue for companies within SLX&#8217;s portfolio.
As steel prices rise, profit margins for U.S. steel producers will expand, which might be a boost for stock valuations.
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SPDR S&amp;P Metals &amp; Mining ETF
XME provides broader exposure to the metals and mining sector but is still heavily weighted toward steel stocks like Steel Dynamics, Nucor and United States Steel Corp.
The tariff-induced price hikes on imported steel will force industries relying on metal, such as construction, automotive, and energy, to turn to U.S.-based suppliers. Steel Dynamics, Cleveland-Cliffs, and Nucor stand to gain from increased domestic sales, while higher scrap prices further support pricing power.
Global X U.S. Infrastructure Development ETF
PAVE is a more diversified play, offering exposure to the broader infrastructure sector, which is a major consumer of steel. Infrastructure companies like Trane Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TT#NYSE">TT</a>) and Eaton Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETN#NYSE">ETN</a>) are part of the ETF&#8217;s portfolio.
With increased steel demand for construction projects and infrastructure spending, U.S. steel producers will see long-term growth.
Supply And Demand Shift
KeyBanc projects U.S. real carbon steel demand to grow by around 2% in 2025 (compared to a 1-2% decline in 2024), supported by rebounds in oil &amp; gas, industrial, and construction sectors. Moreover, Hot Rolled Coil (HRC) prices are expected to rise from $750 per ton to $810 per ton in 2025, buoyed by tariff-driven demand shifts and rising scrap prices.
KeyBanc analysts also upgraded Steel Dynamics to Overweight, citing improved operational efficiencies and pricing tailwinds.
The Trump administration's aggressive trade stance is designed to protect U.S. steelmakers from cheap foreign imports. KeyBanc said that analysts anticipate a boost in domestic steel production, with sector utilization rising to 78% in 2025.
Earnings Growth for Steel Stocks
Steel Dynamics: KeyBanc raised the estimated 2025 EBITDA to $2.57 billion from $2.13 billion, driven by higher utilization and rising steel prices.
Cleveland-Cliffs: The research firm raised EBITDA expectation to $1.034 billion amid improved demand for U.S.-made steel.
Nucor: Holding a Sector Weight rating, NUE's diversified steel operations make it a stable long-term play.
Parting Thoughts
The tariffs are set to create a favorable market for domestic steelmakers, and ETFs with significant exposure to U.S. steel stocks stand to gain. With KeyBanc's bullish outlook on steel demand and pricing, the ETFs discussed in this piece could see substantial upside in the months ahead.
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PAVE

Trump's Metal Tariffs Set Stage For US Steel ETF Gains

President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he will impose new 25% <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/02/43583123/trump-to-announce-25-steel-and-aluminum-tariffs-economist-warns-president-is-making-us-manufacturing-globally-uncompetitive">tariffs</a> on all steel and aluminum imports, adding to existing duties, in a further escalation of his trade policy. While this could impact domestic steel and aluminum companies, investors can consider the following list of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to trade following the development.
What Happened: On his way to the NFL Super Bowl in New Orleans, Trump spoke to reporters on Air Force One, and said he would reveal the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/02/43583123/trump-to-announce-25-steel-and-aluminum-tariffs-economist-warns-president-is-making-us-manufacturing-globally-uncompetitive">new tariffs</a> on Monday, followed by reciprocal tariffs on Tuesday or Wednesday, matching the rates imposed by other countries.
Tariffs impact domestic companies by influencing costs, competitiveness, and supply chains
According to a report by the First National Bank of Omaha and the think tank Council on Foreign Relations, the negative effects of tariffs include increased input costs, reduced competitiveness, disruption in supply chains, retaliation, diversion in investment, and reduced consumer spending. On the positive side, tariffs may temporarily protect domestic industries and generate government revenue.
Investors should look out for the following metal ETFs as Trump is likely to impose tariffs on imports.
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<td>VanEck Steel ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLX#NYSE">SLX</a>)</td>
<td>$75.23 million</td>
<td>0.56%</td>
<td>-4.88%</td>
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<td>Invesco DB Base Metals Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DBB#NYSE">DBB</a>)</td>
<td>$112.4 million</td>
<td>0.79%</td>
<td>2.39%</td>
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<td>iShares U.S. Basic Materials ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYM#NYSE">IYM</a>)</td>
<td>$534.51 million</td>
<td>0.39%</td>
<td>-0.68%</td>
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<td>SPDR S&amp;P Metals and Mining ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>)</td>
<td>$1623.5 million</td>
<td>0.35%</td>
<td>5.00%</td>
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Iron ore, a key ingredient in steelmaking, saw its prices rise 0.71% in Singapore around 3:43 p.m. local time, while aluminum futures on the Comex gained 0.49%.
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Why It Matters: Although Trump initially paused tariffs on Canada and Mexico, he has renewed threats by specifically targeting metals in his media interactions on Sunday.
According to the American Iron and Steel Institute&#8217;s January <a href="https://www.steel.org/2025/02/aisi-releases-january-sima-imports-data-4/">data</a>, the U.S. gets most of its imported steel from Canada, Brazil, and Mexico, followed by South Korea and Vietnam. 
&#8220;Canadian steel and aluminum support key industries in the U.S., from defence, shipbuilding, and auto,&#8221; said the Canadian Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, Francois-Philippe Champagne, in an X post.
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&mdash; François-Philippe Champagne (FPC) &#x1f1e8;&#x1f1e6; (@FP_Champagne) <a href="https://twitter.com/FP_Champagne/status/1888754195727106310?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Citing the risks of these metal tariffs, Joseph Brusuelas, the principal and chief economist at RSM US said that other countries could follow to protect their economies, and a much larger trade war could ensue after these impositions by Trump.
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&mdash; Joseph Brusuelas (@joebrusuelas) <a href="https://twitter.com/joebrusuelas/status/1888728283392667924?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Donald Trump's Expected Tariffs On Aluminum, Steel Imports May Impact Domestic Companies: Here's A List Of Metal ETFs That Could Be Affected

The energy transition is reshaping the global mining industry, with demand for critical minerals expected to surge over the coming decades. A shift toward renewable energy and electrification drives demand for commodities like copper, nickel, and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/23/07/33233340/rare-earth-elements-explained" rel="noreferrer noopener">rare earth elements</a>.
According to BDO's Annual Mining Report, the demand for key energy transition minerals will <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bdo.co.uk/en-gb/insights/industries/natural-resources-and-energy/annual-mining-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">nearly triple by 2030</a> and quadruple by 2040.
Copper remains a cornerstone of the transition, as it is the only critical mineral vital for all clean energy technologies, such as solar, wind, electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing, and power grids.
While copper prices hit a record high in mid-2024, they later softened due to weak demand from China's property market. In 2025, forecasts suggest continued price constraints due to high inventories despite the long-term positive outlook.
Merger and acquisition activity has surged – with mining giant BHP <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/05/39068033/time-runs-out-for-bhp-deal-49-billion-acquisition-of-anglo-american-proves-too-complex-to-solve" rel="noreferrer noopener">unsuccessfully bidding</a> for Anglo American and launching a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/07/40031488/bhp-to-unlock-south-american-copper-riches-partners-with-lundin-for-filo-acquisition" rel="noreferrer noopener">joint venture</a> with Lundin. Meanwhile, sector leader Freeport-McMoRan is opting for <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/09/41098074/freeport-mcmoran-sticks-with-organic-growth-takes-advantage-of-geodiversity" rel="noreferrer noopener">capex-driven internal expansion</a>.
Nickel, a metal essential for battery technologies, has faced a turbulent period. In 2024, an oversupply from Indonesia and China led to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/07/39749321/bhp-halts-nickel-mine-were-not-able-to-overcome-economic-challenges-driven-by-oversupply" rel="noreferrer noopener">mine closures</a>, including those operated by Glencore and BHP. However, a rebound is expected in 2025 as supply surpluses narrow and demand for EV batteries remains strong.
Despite the forecasted price stabilization, industry players remain cautious, with some automakers shifting towards alternative battery chemistries that reduce dependence on nickel.
Zinc, another key transition metal used in wind and solar infrastructure, experienced a sluggish first half of 2024 due to subdued industrial activity but rebounded later in the year thanks to Chinese stimulus measures.
In 2025, BDO expects the demand to strengthen as renewable energy projects ramp up. Still, supply constraints and logistical challenges may continue to drive price fluctuations.
The rare earth element market is also in focus as countries look to diversify their supply chains since the U.S., China, and Myanmar account for 92% of global production.
President Donald Trump's recent remark shows the importance of this group of metals, which is vital for producing magnets.
"We're looking to do a deal with Ukraine where they're going to secure what we're giving them with their rare earths and other things," he said,<a target="_blank" href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/trump-says-he-wants-ukraine-supply-us-with-rare-earths-2025-02-03/" rel="noreferrer noopener"> per</a> Reuters.
Looking forward, despite opportunities created by the energy transition, BDO notes a pressing demographic challenge.
Per McKinsey's <a target="_blank" href="https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/metals-and-mining/our-insights/has-mining-lost-its-luster-why-talent-is-moving-elsewhere-and-how-to-bring-them-back" rel="noreferrer noopener">survey</a> of Canadian mining companies, 70% of people between 15 and 30 years old would not consider working in mining. Meanwhile, between 2016 and 2022, the number of mining engineering graduates in the U.S. fell by 41%.
While the industry tries to reverse the trend by integrating advanced technologies and enhancing sustainability efforts to create a more attractive work environment – closing the skills gap remains a key. To drive the next phase of mining evolution, the future workforce will need expertise in automation, AI, and environmental management.
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CPER

Critical Metal Demand To Triple By 2030, But Demographics Pose Risks

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLF#NYSE">CLF</a>) shares are trading lower Monday after the<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/b43431003/cleveland-cliffs-provides-preliminary-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results" rel="noreferrer noopener"> company reported preliminary results</a>.
For the fourth quarter of 2024, Cleveland-Cliffs expects steel shipments of 3.8 million net tons, with revenues of around $4.30 billion <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">(vs. consensus of $4.49 billion)</a>.
Also, the company anticipates an adjusted EBITDA loss of about $85 million in the quarter.
For 2024, steel shipments are expected to reach 15.6 million net tons, with revenues around $19.2 billion (vs. street view of $19.37 billion) and adjusted EBITDA of around $775 million.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/41690362">Including Stelco</a>, the pro-forma adjusted EBITDA for 2024 is expected to be about $1.2 billion.
Cleveland-Cliffs attributed its weaker results, particularly in fourth-quarter, to subdued demand from the North American automotive sector.
Lourenco Goncalves, Cliffs&#8217; Chairman, President, and CEO, said, &#8221;So far into this new year, we have already seen improvements in our order book, both automotive and non-automotive, and are confident that the manufacturing-friendly items on President Trump&#8217;s agenda will have an outsized benefit on Cleveland-Cliffs.&#8221;
&#8221;This includes the recently announced tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China and the expectation that there is more to come on steel specifically. Stelco has been a major contributor since day 1 and a substantial portion of our expected synergies are already in motion. Based on their experience in 2018, we expect Stelco will benefit from steel tariffs as well. We look forward to the success in 2025 that all of these developments will ultimately bring.&#8221;
&#8220;We applaud President Trump for taking decisive action on tariffs. Cleveland-Cliffs is a firm believer in the long-term positive impact that tariffs can play to make America a manufacturing superpower once again.&#8221;
Apart from this, Cleveland-Cliffs disclosed its intention to offer $750 million in Senior Guaranteed Notes due 2031, subject to market <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/b43431022/cleveland-cliffs-inc-announces-proposed-offering-of-750-million-of-senior-unsecured-guaranteed-not" rel="noreferrer noopener">conditions and other factors</a>.
The company plans to use the net proceeds for general corporate purposes, which includes the repayment of borrowings under its asset-based credit facility.
The company plans to release fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 earnings <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">results on February 24, 2025</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via SPDR S&amp;P Metals &amp; Mining ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>) and VanEck Steel ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLX#NYSE">SLX</a>).
Price Action: CLF shares are down 2.64% at $9.97 at the last check Monday.
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Earnings

Mid Cap

Cleveland-Cliffs Predicts Q4 Revenue Miss & EBITDA Loss, CEO Applauds Trump's Tariffs For 2025 Boost

Hedge funds have always been closely watched for cues on investment opportunities. Although their strategies can be complex, understanding the trends they're bullish on can offer important insights for retail investors. 
Siddharth Singhai, CIO of value-based global hedge fund IronHold Capital, recently shared his perspective on sectors worth watching, and how <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETFs can help investors</a> capitalize on these themes. 
From automobiles and homebuilding to mining and AI, here are some ETFs based on his insights:
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Automobile Industry On Third Gear</h1>
One area drawing attention is the U.S. auto industry. With protectionist policies likely to intensify under the Trump administration, automakers such as General Motors Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>), Ford Motor Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), and Stellantis NV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>) stand to benefit significantly, according to Singhai. 
Possible tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles could set the playing field for these companies, making the U.S. auto sector one to keep a close eye on. 
&#8220;We do anticipate a clear protectionism policy in place for U.S. auto, specifically the big three: General Motors, Ford and Stellantis. Simply because if the tariffs were not put in place against Chinese EVs, U.S. automakers would be at about a 30% to 40% cost disadvantage, which would essentially mean the end of U.S. auto as we know it,&#8221; said Singhai.
However, as a word of caution, he said that one should be wary of auto companies that might face trouble in the face of EV revolution. 
&#8220;We believe U.S. autos and U.S. auto parts suppliers, who have been hit badly due to the excess inventories prevailing in the U.S. auto industry in general, could be a good hunting ground, potentially. Although investors should be focused on auto suppliers that are probably not going to get disrupted by the EV transition,&#8221; Singhai said.
For investors, ETFs like the First Trust S-Network Future Vehicles &amp; Tech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CARZ#NASDAQ">CARZ</a>) offer exposure to the expected surge in domestic automotive manufacturing. The ETF has an expense ratio of 0.7% and among its holdings are Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), Ford, General Motors and Stellantis.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Home Building Industry In Focus</h1>
Homebuilders are another promising area, according to Singhai. Despite overvaluation concerns in the equity market, the housing sector continues to experience a significant supply-demand imbalance. Years of undersupply following the 2008 financial crisis created the opportunity for select homebuilding companies to thrive.
&#8220;U.S. market is extremely overvalued at the moment, and there are not that many sectors that could be happy hunting grounds for hedge funds or value investors like us. In general, homebuilders, some of them, seem to be still attractively positioned given the great imbalance between supply and demand, mainly because of years of undersupply post-Great Recession in 2008-&#8217;09. So we believe homebuilders, some of them, present very compelling opportunities,&#8221; Singhai noted.
Investors interested in this space might consider ETFs such as the iShares U.S. Home Construction ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITB#BATS">ITB</a>), which focuses on leading players in the sector, such as Builders Firstsource, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLDR#NYSE">BLDR</a>) and Lowes Companies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOW#NYSE">LOW</a>). The expense ratio that this ETF carries is 0.39%.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Mining — Hidden Gems To Look For</h1>
Mining is another area that stands out. Many companies in this space, especially low-cost producers, are undervalued and largely overlooked by the market. These firms could see strong performance with a rebound in global demand for raw materials.
&#8220;Mining companies also seem to be hit badly and ignored by investors. You could find some really good mining companies that are the lowest cost producers in their respective industries that could prove to be high performers over the next two to three years,&#8221; Singhai noted from his expertise.
ETFs such as the SPDR S&amp;P Metals and Mining ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>) invest in a range of mining companies and could be a good fit for investors looking to capture growth in this area. The ETF carries an expense ratio of 0.35% and holdings in Hecla Mining Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HL#NYSE">HL</a>) and Reliance Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RS#NYSE">RS</a>), among others.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">AI Trends To Watch</h1>
Singhai also touched upon the continued interest in semiconductors and AI. While these industries are undeniably buzzing, he warns against impulsive investing. Many companies in this space are trading at lofty valuations that may not be sustainable. 
&#8220;I do foresee a lot of hedge funds diving right into semiconductors and AI stocks. I also believe more retail investors will seriously consider allocating capital to this particular sector moving forward as well. However, it is ripe with extreme bubble-like valuations. The marquee names in the AI industry are trading for as high as 20 to 50 times revenue, which to us seems excessive even given the promise of AI,&#8221; he said.
Singhai also added, &#8220;Not all AI companies can capture 50% of the market or even 30% of the market, and if they fail to do so, they cannot foreseeably justify their current valuations. This leads us to the ultimate conclusion that there will be a few big winners and many, many losers within the industry. As such, most AI companies do not deserve their expensive, hefty valuations.&#8221;
For those interested in exploring the AI-driven growth story, a diversified ETF like the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMH#NASDAQ">SMH</a>) offers exposure to leading players like NVDIA Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and Broadcom Inc&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) while mitigating the risks of betting on individual stocks. And the cost of investing in this ETF is also reasonable at 0.35%.
All that said, Singhai emphasized the route of ETFs should be seen as tools for diversification and steady returns — not as a shortcut to mimicking hedge fund performance. It will be wise for retail investors to focus on sectors with solid fundamentals rather than on speculative trends.
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Trump's first day in office brought a wave of executive orders targeting immigration, energy, social policies, and announcing the withdrawal from global agreements like the Paris Climate Accord and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/donald-trump">the World Health Organization. </a>
Trump also pledged to raise tariffs up to 25% on both Canada and Mexico starting Feb. 1, but fell short of announcing universal tariffs on all imports.
Following Monday&#8217;s market closure for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, investors began assessing how Trump's new policy measures could impact sectors across the board. 
Gold miners and defense stocks outperformed, while solar energy companies were among the hardest hit.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Wall Street&#8217;s Winners And Losers After Trump&#8217;s Day 1</h3>
Gold miners were among the standout performers, amid rising trade fears between the U.S. and Canada. 
The VanEck Gold Miners ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDX#NYSE">GDX</a>) climbed 2.6% by 1:30 p.m. ET Tuesday. Leading gains were Harmony Gold Mining Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HMY#NYSE">HMY</a>), up 4.3% and Endeavour Silver Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXK#NYSE">EXK</a>), up 3.1%.
&#8220;While President Trump's Inauguration Day policy announcements on tariffs were more benign than expected, we continue to expect the White House to increase tariff rates on autos and imports from China, and we see other tariff proposals as a risk,&#8221; Goldman Sach&#8217;s analyst Elsie Peng wrote in a note Tuesday.
Defense stocks also surged as Trump's policies emphasized national security and border protection declaring a &#8220;national emergency&#8221; at the southern border with Mexico. The iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#NYSE">ITA</a>) rose 3.3%.
Other notable movers included the U.S. Global Jets ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JETS#NYSE">JETS</a>), up 2%, and the SPDR S&amp;P Metals &amp; Mining ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>), which rose 1.6% as investors bet on increased demand for industrial materials.
Oil and gas exploration companies saw declines despite <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/01/43097430/trumps-drill-baby-drill-era-begins-oil-prices-tumble-us-energy-stocks-edge-up">Trump's "Drill, Baby, Drill"</a> push to unleash U.S. energy resources. The SPDR S&amp;P Oil &amp; Gas Exploration &amp; Production ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOP#NYSE">XOP</a>) dropped 1.1%, signaling concerns about potential oversupply.
Clean energy and solar stocks, however, suffered from Trump's decision to halt offshore wind leasing and withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Climate Accord. 
The Invesco Solar ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TAN#NYSE">TAN</a>) fell 3.1%, with losses from Daqo New Energy Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DQ#NYSE">DQ</a>), down 6.7%, and First Solar Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>), which dropped 5.4%. The Invesco WilderHill Clean Energy ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PBW#NYSE">PBW</a>) slipped 1%.
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Trump's First Day Sends Gold Miners, Defense Stocks Soaring, Solar Sliding

As metals markets weather volatility, optimism for a &#8220;V-shaped recovery&#8221; is gaining traction. JPMorgan analysts Dominic O&#8217;Kane and Patrick Jones suggest <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/12/42692036/billionaire-investors-michael-burry-david-tepper-could-benefit-from-chinas-stimulus-measures">China's expected fiscal stimulus</a> could be the turning point for the sector. 
With metal prices poised for a rebound, they urge investors to &#8220;accumulate positions in oversold miners&#8221; like Anglo American PLC (OTCQX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NGLOY#OTCQX">NGLOY</a>) (OTCQX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAUKF#OTCQX">AAUKF</a>), First Quantum Minerals Ltd (OTCPK:FQVLF) and Lundin Mining Corp (OTCPK:LUNMF).
Exchange-traded funds like the SPDR S&amp;P Metals &amp; Mining ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>), the iShares MSCI Global Metals &amp; Mining Producers ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PICK#NYSE">PICK</a>) provide diversified exposure to the metals and mining sector.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Mining Stocks Set For Revival?</h2>
The 17% decline in European metals &amp; mining stocks since late September 2024 reflects market caution amid tariff risks and US$/CNY devaluation. However, analysts see this downturn as an opportunity for strategic investment. Anglo American faces near-term challenges, including $2 billion in impairments and delays in its diamond divestment strategy. Despite this, the company may emerge as an M&amp;A target post the Anglo Platinum de-merger.
Lundin Mining and Norsk Hydro ASA (OTCQX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NHYDY#OTCQX">NHYDY</a>) stand out as resilient picks, with strong fundamentals that may help them weather tariff-related uncertainties. 
Analysts maintain a positive outlook on these names, expecting them to benefit from the broader market recovery.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Gold Stocks Shine Amid Market Turbulence</h2>
Gold continues to prove its mettle as a safe-haven asset, with prices projected to rise to $2,100 per ounce. 
Stocks like AngloGold Ashanti PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AU#NYSE">AU</a>), Hochschild Mining PLC (OTCQX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HCHDF#OTCQX">HCHDF</a>), and Fresnillo PLC (OTCPK:FNLPF) remain key picks by the analysts, supported by strong silver production forecasts and rising demand for precious metals.
The VanEck Gold Miners ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDX#NYSE">GDX</a>) and the VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDXJ#NYSE">GDXJ</a>) are popular ways to get exposure to gold miners&#8217; stocks.
The analysts highlight Fresnillo's silver production strength, placing it on a Positive Catalyst Watch.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">China's Stimulus: The Tipping Point?</h2>
All eyes are on the March 5 National People&#8217;s Congress, where China is expected to announce fiscal measures that could fuel a surge in metal prices. 
The analysts believe these moves could trigger a sharp market recovery, solidifying the case for accumulating positions in mining stocks before a potential uptrend.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Takeaway</h2>
As metals markets teeter on the edge of revival, accumulating oversold miners may offer strategic value ahead of a &#8220;V-shaped recovery.&#8221; 
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Will Gold, Mining Stocks Ride A 'V-Shaped Recovery'? Analysts Say Accumulate 'Oversold Miners'

Donald Trump's economic planning is often referred to as "Maganomics," a phrase based on his campaign slogan, "Make <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/donald-trump">America Great Again.&#8221; </a> Trump&#8217;s policy ideas have led to divided opinions between economists and investors, according to a <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/cbdcf6f1-16d5-4ce9-aa94-5d3098cc19b8">report </a>by the Financial Times. The former worry about the potential shortcomings of protectionist policies such as tariffs and immigration curbs, while investors are focusing on the brighter side, especially for U.S. manufacturing. And here's where things get interesting— certain ETFs might gain from these dynamics.
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Trump's targeted tariffs and pro-business standpoint is designed to increase domestic manufacturing and attract investment into sectors like industrials and materials. The idea is simple: by imposing tariffs on imports, U.S.-made goods become more competitive and encourage domestic manufacturers to up their production. For investors, this shift can push economic growth, despite warnings from experts.
This optimism among investors makes ETFs heavy on manufacturing and industrial growth particularly appealing. Funds like the iShares U.S. Industrials ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYJ#BATS">IYJ</a>) or the SPDR S&amp;P Metals and Mining ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>) could gain directly from increased investment in American factories and infrastructure. These ETFs provide exposure to companies that are likely to thrive under policies encouraging domestic production.
The iShares U.S. Industrials ETF has an expense ratio of 0.39% and includes some big names in the industrials sector, like GE Aerospace (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>), Honeywell International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NYSE">HON</a>) and Lockheed Martin (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) in its holdings.
Meanwhile, the SPDR S&amp;P Metals and Mining ETF, with an even lower expense ratio of 0.35%, is exposed to the steel industry by 51.04%, coal and consumable fuels by 13.31%, aluminum by 7.18% and diversified metal and mining by 5.58%, among others.
An analyst at T. Rowe Price, cited by the Financial Times, suggests that Trump&#8217;s pro-business policies could encourage companies previously hesitant under past administrations to boost their spending.
This could also help funds like the Vanguard Industrials ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIS#NYSE">VIS</a>), which invests in a broader range of industrial sectors.
Ultimately, the appeal of "Maganomics" for investors lies in how likely it is to create short-term winners, especially in manufacturing and industrials. ETFs that play with these themes could allow investors to ride the wave of optimism while diversifying risk.
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GLJ Research analyst Gordon L. Johnson II upgraded Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLF#NYSE">CLF</a>) to Buy from Sell rating with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/clf/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">a price forecast of $14.27</a>.
The analyst notes the U.S. economy is in worse shape than many acknowledge. With Donald Trump set to take office on January 20, 2025, and his pro-tariff policies likely impacting sectors like steel, the analyst foresee a potential rise in U.S. HRC prices in the near term.
In particular, the analyst says that following Trump&#8217;s win (November 2016), and Joe Biden&#8217;s win (November 2020), U.S. HRC spot prices rose by +25.5% and +65.9%, respectively, three months out. However, since Trump&#8217;s win on November 5, 2024, U.S. HRC spot prices have declined by 6.9%.
Also, the positive seasonality typically seen in the U.S. steel sector from January to April, and CLF&#8217;s stock performance in particular, raises the question: &#8220;Is now an opportune time to dip one&#8217;s feet back into the &#8216;long-U.S.-
steel-stocks pool&#8217;?&#8221; adds the analyst.
Notably, Johnson II states that from the month Trump was first elected to the month he lost to Biden, U.S. steel imports fell by a significant -51.1%, from 2.5 million tons to 1.2 million tons. This decline is often attributed to Trump&#8217;s pro-U.S. steel policies.
Incorporating Stelco&#8217;s additional tons into CLF&#8217;s 2025 estimated output, and assuming U.S. HRC prices rise to $900/ton in May 2025 before falling to $705/ton by July, the analyst estimate CLF&#8217;s 2025 aggregated steel price to be $1,055/ton, slightly higher than the consensus estimate of $1,050.22/ton.
For 2026, Johnson II forecast an average price of $1,068/ton, reflecting a +1.2% year-over-year increase, vs. the consensus estimate of $1,084.42/ton.
Consequently, the analyst project 2025 adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EPS of $945 million and -$0.56, respectively, vs. consensus estimates of $1.32 billion and -$0.09.
In 2026, the analyst expects adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EPS of $1.804 billion and $1.06, respectively, while the consensus estimates are $1.884 million and $0.69.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via VanEck Steel ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLX#NYSE">SLX</a>) and SPDR S&amp;P Metals &amp; Mining ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>).
Price Action: CLF shares are up 1.26% at $10.03 at the last check Tuesday.
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Analyst Sees US Steel Price Rebound Under Trump's Pro-Tariff Stance, Upgrades Cleveland-Cliffs Stock

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Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLF#NYSE">CLF</a>) shares are trading lower on Tuesday following weak third-quarter <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41730393/cleveland-cliffs-q3-earnings-revenue-eps-miss-on-weaker-demand-and-pricing-shares-slide" rel="noreferrer noopener">results reported on Tuesday</a>.
The company reported third-quarter revenue of&nbsp;$4.57 billion, versus&nbsp;estimates&nbsp;of $4.77 billion, and adjusted loss per share of $0.33, versus estimates for a loss of $0.27.
Cleveland-Cliffs lowered its capital expenditures outlook for full year 2024 from a range of $650 million to $700 million to a new range of<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener"> $600 million to $650 million</a>.
In the earnings press release, the company said Stelco&#8217;s assets are well-capitalized, and it expects to benefit from the company&#8217;s cost advantages and strong business model on day one. Cleveland-Cliffs noted Stelco&#8217;s business has &#8220;virtually no exposure&#8221; to the automotive sector.&nbsp;
B Riley Securities analyst Lucas N. Pipes says that based on management&#8217;s earlier comments, they previously projected $985 million for 2025 and anticipate insights on the significant reductions.
The analyst adds that Cliffs&#8217; acquisition of Stelco was finalized on November 1, and they are eager to hear management&#8217;s thoughts on the integration process, potential synergies, debt reduction, and product mix.
Also, the analyst anticipates updated insights from management regarding the timeline for the integration process of the Stelco acquisition and the complete realization of the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/07/39770873/cleveland-cliffs-doubles-down-on-steel-with-2-5b-acquisition-expects-120m-in-annual-savings" rel="noreferrer noopener">$120 million in cost synergies</a>.
The analyst maintains the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CLF/analyst-ratings">Buy rating and $21 price forecast.</a>
KeyBanc Capital Markets analyst Philip Gibbs writes that Cleveland-Cliffs reported EBITDA of $124 million for the quarter, compared to their estimate of $134 million. The slight shortfall in steel volumes appears to be linked to adjustments in automotive production and inventory.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P Metals &amp; Mining ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>) and&nbsp;VanEck Steel ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLX#NYSE">SLX</a>).
Price Action: CLF shares are down 10.3% at $11.76 at the last check Tuesday.
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Cleveland-Cliffs' Q3 Shortfall Linked To Automotive Adjustments; Analysts Await Stelco Integration Insights

Alcoa Corporation&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AA#NYSE">AA</a>) shares are trading lower on Thursday after rebounding from Wednesday&#8217;s increase.
Yesterday, the company reported third-quarter sales of $2.904 billion, missing the consensus of $2.967 billion and adjusted EPS of $0.57, exceeding <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/41376546" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the consensus of $0.28</a>.
JPMorgan analyst Bill Peterson raised the price target to $39 from $36 while <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AA/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">maintaining a Neutral rating</a>.
The analyst wrote that with low-hanging fruit already secured, future progress depends on savings from Kwinana's curtailment, the ramp-up at Warrick/Alumar and potential benefits from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).
The analyst anticipated additional support from lagged alumina pricing for the fourth quarter before it normalizes later next year.
The analyst said he is also eager for updates on the proposed San Ciprian resolution, which seemed to hinge on government and union cooperation before funding runs out in the coming months.
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Alcoa appeared to be adopting a disciplined approach to enhance efficiencies, reduce costs and streamline its portfolio, which was expected to strengthen its capital structure and generate further EBITDA growth independent of commodity pricing, added the analyst.
The analyst did reflect a cautious near-term outlook for aluminum due to conflicting indicators from China, the potential impact of the U.S. elections and the beginning of the Federal Reserve&#8217;s rate-cutting cycle.
The analyst believed the market needs more evidence of supportive fiscal stimulus from China, improved macroeconomic activity and significant inventory draws to trigger the next sustainable increase in aluminum pricing, likely extending into 2025.
Overall, the analyst said execution remained a "show me" story, with the next catalyst likely being a decision regarding the loss-making San Ciprian complex before the end of 2024.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Macquarie ETF Trust Macquarie Energy Transition ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PWER#NYSE">PWER</a>) and&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P Metals &amp; Mining ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>).
AA Price Action: Alcoa shares are down 3.73% at $40.50 at publication Thursday.
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Alcoa Analyst Boosts Price Target: Growth Strategy Hinges On Kwinana Savings, San Ciprian Resolution

Alcoa Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AA#NYSE">AA</a>) shares are trading higher on premarket Thursday. On Wednesday, the company reported third quarter sales of $2.904 billion, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/b41368327/alcoa-corporation-reports-third-quarter-2024-results" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">missing the consensus of $2.967 billion</a>.
Alumina production dropped 4% sequentially&nbsp;to 2.44 million metric tons, mainly due to the full curtailment of the Kwinana refinery in June 2024.
Meanwhile, aluminum production rose 3% sequentially&nbsp;to 559,000 metric tons, driven by progress on the Alumar smelter restart.
In the Alumina segment, third-party shipments dropped 9% sequentially, mainly due to reduced trading activity.
In the Aluminum segment, total shipments fell 6% on a sequential basis, owing to lower trading and shipment timing.
Adjusted EBITDA, excluding special items, rose to $455 million from $325 million in the second quarter thanks to higher alumina prices and lower raw material costs.
Adjusted EPS&nbsp;of $0.57 exceeded<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener"> the consensus of $0.28</a>.
The company ended the third quarter of 2024 with a cash balance of $1.3 billion.
Dividend: The Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share, payable on November 15 to stockholders of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/b41355285/alcoa-corporation-declares-quarterly-cash-dividend" rel="noreferrer noopener">record as of October 29</a>.
Outlook: Alcoa maintains its 2024 Alumina segment production forecast at 9.8 to 10 million metric tons while increasing its shipment projection to 12.9 to 13.1 million metric tons, up by 0.2 million metric tons from the prior forecast <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">due to higher trading volumes</a>.
This gap between production and shipments is attributed to the use of externally sourced alumina to meet contracts following the Kwinana refinery curtailment.
Aluminum segment production and shipment estimates remain unchanged, with production expected between 2.2 and 2.3 million metric tons, and shipments between 2.5 and 2.6 million metric tons.
In fourth quarter, Alumina Segment Adjusted EBITDA is expected to see a $30 million sequential benefit from higher shipments and lower costs, while the Aluminum Segment is anticipated to perform flat, maintaining the third quarter levels.
Alcoa President and CEO William F. Oplinger said, &#8221;We gained flexibility after closing the Alumina Limited acquisition and announced the sale of our interest<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/40873786/alcoa-pockets-1-1b-from-saudi-joint-venture-sale-details" rel="noreferrer noopener"> in the Ma&#8217;aden joint ventures</a>.&#8221;
&#8220;Positive markets and our focus on continuous improvement led to stronger results for the third quarter, while we continue to execute initiatives to further enhance our operations.&#8221;
In a separate release, Alcoa and IGNIS Equity Holding disclosed plans to move forward with a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/b41367645/alcoa-and-ignis-eqt-progress-toward-strategic-agreement-to-support-future-of-alcoa-san-cipri-n-ope" rel="noreferrer noopener">strategic cooperation agreement</a>.
The partnership aims to support the ongoing operation of Alcoa&#8217;s San Ciprián facilities.
This week, the company announced a long-term agreement to supply Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) with up to 16.5 million tonnes of smelter-grade <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/b41328920/alcoa-announces-long-term-alumina-supply-contract-extension-with-aluminium-bahrain" rel="noreferrer noopener">alumina over the next ten years</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Macquarie ETF Trust Macquarie Energy Transition ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PWER#NYSE">PWER</a>) and&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P Metals &amp; Mining ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>).
Price Action: AA shares are up 5.18% at $44.25 premarket at the last check Thursday.
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금속 시장이 변동성을 겪고 있는 가운데 &#8220;V자형 회복&#8221;에 대한 낙관론이 확산되고 있다. JP모건의 애널리스트인 도미닉 오케인(Dominic O&#8217;Kane)과 패트릭 존스(Patrick Jones)는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/12/42692036/billionaire-investors-michael-burry-david-tepper-could-benefit-from-chinas-stimulus-measures">예상되는 중국의 재정 부양책</a>이 이 부문의 전환점이 될 수 있다고 제안한다.
금속 가격이 반등할 것으로 예상되면서, 그들은 투자자들에게 앵글로 아메리칸 PLC(OTCQX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NGLOY#OTCQX">NGLOY</a>) (OTCQX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAUKF#OTCQX">AAUKF</a>), 퍼스트 퀀텀 미네랄즈(OTCPK:FQVLF) 및 룬딘 마이닝(OTCPK:LUNMF)의 &#8220;과매도된 광산주에 투자 포지션을 축적하라&#8221;고 촉구한다.
금속 및 광산 섹터에 대한 다양한 노출을 제공하는 상장지수펀드(ETF)도 있다. 예를 들어, SPDR S&amp;P Metals &amp; Mining ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>)와 iShares MSCI Global Metals &amp; Mining Producers ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PICK#NYSE">PICK</a>)가 있다.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">광산주 회복 전망?</h2>
2024년 9월 말 이후 유럽 금속 및 광산 주식이 17% 하락한 것은 관세 위험과 미 달러/중국 위안화 환율 하락에 따른 시장의 신중한 태도를 반영한 것이다. 그러나 애널리스트들은 이 하락세를 전략적 투자 기회로 보고 있다. 앵글로 아메리칸은 20억 달러의 자산 손상과 다이아몬드 매각 전략 지연 등 단기적인 도전에 직면해 있지만, 앵글로 플래티넘의 분사 이후 M&amp;A 대상이 될 가능성이 있다.
룬딘 마이닝과 노르스크 하이드로 ASA(OTCQX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NHYDY#OTCQX">NHYDY</a>)는 강력한 펀더멘털로 관세 관련 불확실성을 극복할 수 있는 탄력적인 선택으로 주목받고 있다.
애널리스트들은 이러한 주식들에 대해 긍정적인 전망을 유지하고 있으며, 이들이 넓은 시장 회복의 혜택을 받을 것으로 예상하고 있다.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">시장 혼란 속에서 빛나는 금 주식</h2>
금은 안전 자산으로서의 위력을 계속 입증하고 있으며, 가격은 온스당 2,100달러로 상승할 것으로 예상된다.
앵글로골드 아샨티 PLC(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AU#NYSE">AU</a>), 호치스차일드 마이닝 PLC(OTCQX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HCHDF#OTCQX">HCHDF</a>) 및 프레스닐로 PLC(OTCPK:<a class="items-end ticker-link-wrapper inline-flex" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/fnlpf" target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener" aria-label="Go to Quote Page for FNLPF">FNLPF</a>)와 같은 주식들이 애널리스트들에 의해 강력한 선택으로 남아 있으며, 이는 강력한 은 생산 전망과 귀금속 수요 증가에 의해 지원된다.
금광 주식에 투자하는 인기 있는 방법으로는 VanEck Gold Miners ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDX#NYSE">GDX</a>)와 VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDXJ#NYSE">GDXJ</a>)가 있다.
애널리스트들은 프레스닐로의 은 생산 강점을 강조하며, 이를 긍정적 촉매 관찰 목록에 올렸다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">중국의 자극책: 전환점이 될까?</h2>
모든 시선은 3월 5일 열린 전국인민대표대회에 집중되고 있으며, 여기서 중국이 금속 가격 상승을 촉진할 수 있는 재정 조치를 발표할 것으로 기대된다.
애널리스트들은 이러한 조치가 시장의 급격한 회복을 촉발하고, 잠재적인 상승 추세 전에 광산주에 대한 포지션을 축적할 필요성을 확고히 할 수 있다고 믿고 있다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">결론</h2>
금속 시장이 회복될 기로에 선 지금, 과매도된 광산주를 축적하는 것은 &#8220;V자형 회복&#8221; 전에 전략적 가치를 제공할 수 있다.
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금, 광업 주식들은 'V자형 회복'을 할 것인가? 분석가들은 '과매도된 광산주들'을 추천

7월 연방공개시장위원회(FOMC) 회의록은 정책 입안자들이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/24/08/40492530/fed-minutes-reveal-plausible-case-for-interest-rate-cut-as-policymakers-cheer-inflation-progress" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">인플레이션 해소의 지속적인 진전</a>을 강조하면서 다가오는 9월 회의에서 금리 인하에 대한 투자자들의 기대를 더욱 확고히 했다.
Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>)가 밀접하게 추적하는 미국 달러 지수는 미 동부 시간 오후 3시 40분 현재 손실을 마이너스 0.3%로 확대했다. 연방준비제도(연준)의 금리 인하 기대가 높아지면서 4회 연속 손실을 예상하고 있다.
이 회의록에는 일부 참가자들이 이르면 7월 회의에서 금리 인하를 위한 &#8216;타당한 사례&#8217;를 고려한 것으로 나타났으며, 이는 후속 기자회견에서 제롬 파월 연준 의장이 반향한 정서였다.
대다수의 참가자들은 다가오는 데이터가 기대와 일치한다면 &#8220;다음 회의에서 정책을 완화하는 것이 적절할 것&#8221;이라고 언급했다.
&#8220;참가자들은 최근 데이터를 통해 인플레이션이 2%를 향해 지속적으로 움직이고 있다는 신뢰도가 높아졌다고 판단했다&#8221;고 이 회의록에 명시되어 있다.
참가자들은 또한 노동 시장 상황이 더 나은 균형을 이루고 있으며 실업수당 청구 및 일자리 이직을 추적하는 지표가 앞으로 세심한 주의를 기울일 가치가 있다는 데 동의했다.
더욱이, 노동 시장의 완화는 특히 핵심 비주택 서비스 가격의 인플레이션 제거에 계속 기여할 것으로 예상된다.
9월 금리 인하 경로는 정해져 있는 것으로 보이며, 연방기금 선물 시장에서는 25베이시스포인트(bp) 인하 가능성이 61.5%인 반면, 50bp 인하 가능성은 38%로 나타난다.
2024년 3월까지의 연간 비농업 고용 추정치 하향 조정과 FOMC 회의록의 지지를 받아 수요일 장 중에서 보다 공격적인 50bp 금리 인하 가능성이 급등했다.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">시장 반응</h3>
월스트리트는 이 회의록에 대해 최소한의 반응을 보였으며 지수는 전반적으로 상승세를 유지했다.
S&amp;P 500 지수를 추적하는 SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)는 0.4% 상승했으며, 이 회의록 발표 후에도 거의 변동이 없었다.
nvesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)를 통해 모니터링한 기술주 중심의 나스닥 100 지수도 비슷한 행보를 보이며 당일 0.5% 상승을 유지했다.
섹터별로는 Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>)는 1.2% 상승하면서 이 회의록 공개 이후 이익이 확대되었다.
금 가격은 온스당 2,515달러로 소폭 상승하며, 광산 관련 산업의 급등을 촉발했다.
SPDR S&amp;P Metals &amp; Mining ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>)는 이 회의록 발표 후 0.4% 상승하여 세션 상승폭을 1.9%로 높였다. VanEck Gold Miners ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDX#NYSE">GDX</a>)는 약 0.5% 상승하여 5일 연속 상승세를 유지했으며 2022년 4월 이후 최고 수준에 도달했다.
암호화폐 시장에서는 비트코인(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)이 이 회의록 발표 후 1.4% 급등하여 이날 상폭 폭을 3%로 연장했다.

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금요일은 최근 몇 년 동안 금속 원자재 가격이 가장 강한 날 중 하나가 될 것으로 예상된다. 금은 1.7% 이상 상승해 온스당 2,400달러를 넘어 사상 최고치를 기록했고, 은은 6% 이상 급등해 2013년 2월 이후 최고치까지 올랐으며, 구리는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/mining">사상 최고치</a>를 기록했다.
What Happened: 인플레이션 우려가 줄어들면서 한 주 동안 연방준비제도(연준)의 금리 인하 주장이 강화되었다. 또한, 어려움을 겪고 있는 부동산 부문을 지원하기 위한 중국의 광범위한 경기 부양책 소식으로 인해 금속 원자재 가격이 급등했다. 베이징은 주택 구입자들을 위한 계약금을 줄이고, 팔리지 않은 부동산을 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/05/38895805/china-goes-all-in-as-beijing-vows-to-buy-unsold-properties-chinese-stocks-rally-copper-hits-all-time" target="_blank" rel="noopener">사회주택</a>으로 전환하기 위한 국가 재정 지원 패키지 등의 조치를 발표했다.
중국이 구리의 최대 수입국이기 때문에 중국 경제 건전성에 매우 민감한 구리는 4% 상승하여 파운드당 5달러를 넘어섰다. 이번 급등은 새로운 사상 최고치이자 2022년 11월 이후 가장 큰 폭의 일일 상승을 보였다.
은과 금과 같은 귀금속은 금리와 중국 관련 발전에 긍정적으로 반응했다. 은은 30달러 이상으로 급등하여 트리플탑의 저항선 패턴을 벗어났다.
차트: 구리, 사상 최고치 경신
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">금속 상품에 대한 전문가적 시각</h3>
크레스캣 캐피털(Crescat Capital)의 거시 전략가인 오타비오 코스타(Otavio Costa)에 따르면 중앙은행은 &#8220;외화 보유고의 질을 높이고 이를 통해 통화 시스템의 신뢰성을 강화하기 위해 금을 확보&#8221;하고 있다.
그는 많은 투자자 및 거래자와는 달리 중앙은행은 장기적인 관점을 가지고 있으며 이는 &#8220;이들 기관에 의한 금 축적은 이제 막 시작됐다&#8221;는 것을 의미한다고 강조했다.
골드만삭스의 분석가에 따르면 선물 가격이 사상 최고치를 기록하며 지속적인 숏 스퀴즈(공매도 압박) 속에서도 구리는 여전히 주목받고 있다. 이 투자 은행은 시장의 구조적인 공급 핍박을 언급하고 현재 수준보다 20% 증가할 것으로 예상하면서 구리에 대한 긍정적인 전망을 유지했다.
전 골드만삭스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>)의 상품 전략가이자 현재 칼라일 그룹(Carlyle Group)의 에너지 경로 부문 최고 전략 책임자인 제프 커리(Jeff Currie)는 블룸버그와의 <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-05-17/jeff-currie-says-copper-is-the-best-trade-he-s-seen-in-his-career?sref=TBDibEcD">인터뷰</a>에서 구리는 전기 자동차, 업데이트된 그리드 및 AI 데이터 센터에 전력을 공급하는 데 있어 이 금속의 중요성을 강조하면서 여전히 더 많은 운영 공간을 갖고 있다.고 강조했다.
차트: 은, 2020년 8월 이후 최고 수준 기록
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-344292" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/17152107/image-76-1024x495.png" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/17152107/image-76-1024x495.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/17152107/image-76-300x145.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/17152107/image-76-768x372.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/17152107/image-76-1536x743.png 1536w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/17152107/image-76.png 1920w" alt="" width="1024" height="495" /></figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">광업주들의 폭등</h3>
금속 원자재의 랠리는 광산주에 광범위한 상승을 초래했다.
<ul>
<li>SPDR S&amp;P 금속 및 광업 ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XME#NYSE">XME</a>)가 1.86% 상승하여 2022년 4월 이후 최고치를 기록했다. 광산업들 중에서 최고의 수익을 기록한 기업은 쾨르 마이닝(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDE#NYSE">CDE</a>)와 헤클라 마이닝(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HL#NYSE">HL</a>)로, 이들은 각각 11% 이상 상승했다.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>글로벌 X 구리 광업 ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COPX#NYSE">COPX</a>)가 4.68% 급등하여 이 펀드 설립 이래 최고 수준을 기록했다. 이 펀드에서 최고 수익을 기록한 회사들은 타세코 광산(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGB#NYSE">TGB</a>), 에로 코퍼(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ERO#NYSE">ERO</a>), 퍼스트 퀀텀 미네랄즈(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FQVLF#OTC">FQVLF</a>), 각각 9.19%, 7.52%, 7.46% 상승했다.</li>
</ul>
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<li>글로벌 X 은 광업 ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIL#NYSE">SIL</a>)는 4.88% 상승하여 2022년 4월 이후 최고치로 올랐다. 쾨르 마이닝와 헤클라 마이닝 외에도 엔데버 실버(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXK#NYSE">EXK</a>)도 10.73% 올랐다.</li>
</ul>
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<li>VanEck Gold Miners ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDX#NYSE">GDX</a>)가 3.39% 상승하여 2022년 4월 이후 최고 수준에 도달했다. 이 ETF에서 최고 수익을 기록한 기업은 뉴골드(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NGD#NYSE">NGD</a>)로 12.23% 급등했다.</li>
</ul>
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