US Steel Drops as Biden Plans to Block Sale to Nippon Steel
Published On Dec 10, 2024, 4:46 PM
President Biden is set to block the proposed $14.1 billion sale of United States Steel Corp. to Nippon Steel Corp. on national security grounds. The decision is due to concerns raised during the review process by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). This potential block is significant given the political implications, as US Steel has warned of severe operational impacts if the deal collapses. Shares of US Steel fell by nearly 10% following this news, reflecting investor concerns about the company's future.