The earnings call highlighted Nucor's strong cash position, safety achievements, and resilience in its diversified product segment. However, significant challenges were noted, including decreased steel demand, margin pressures, and expected lower earnings in the fourth quarter. The sentiment is tempered by ongoing market uncertainties and pressures from imports.

Company Guidance

During Nucor's Q3 2024 earnings call, the company provided detailed guidance on several key metrics. Nucor generated EBITDA of $869 million and adjusted earnings of $1.49 per share, excluding noncash pretax charges of $123 million. The company returned $2.3 billion to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends and completed $2.3 billion in capital expenditures, ending the quarter with $4.9 billion in cash on hand. Nucor anticipates lower net earnings in Q4, driven by expected declines in the Steel Mills and Steel Products segments due to lower realized pricing and seasonally lower volumes. Capital expenditures for 2024 are expected to reach approximately $3.2 billion, with projections for continued elevated spending in 2025 as significant growth projects progress.

Safest Year in Company's History

Nucor is on track for its safest year ever, with injury and illness rates trending lower and 35 out of 109 divisions injury-free through September.

Strong Cash Position

Nucor returned $2.3 billion to shareholders and completed $2.3 billion of capital expenditures, ending the quarter with $4.9 billion in cash.

Brandenburg Achieves EBITDA Positive

The Brandenburg steel mill achieved EBITDA positive status in September, reflecting successful ramp-up and operational performance.

Diversified Product Segment Resilience

The Steel Products segment contributed 42% of Nucor's pretax earnings, nearly 3 times the historical average, showcasing strong resilience.

Strong Performance in Semiconductor and Advanced Manufacturing Construction

Construction related to semiconductor factories and advanced manufacturing facilities remains strong, with significant projects underway.

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Nucor (NUE) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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NUE Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Jul 19, 2018	2018 (Q2)	- / 2.07	1	107.00% (+1.07)	―	―
Oct 18, 2018	2018 (Q3)	- / 2.33	0.79	194.94% (+1.54)	―	―
Jan 29, 2019	2018 (Q4)	- / 2.07	0.65	218.46% (+1.42)	―	―
Apr 23, 2019	2019 (Q1)	- / 1.55	1.17	32.48% (+0.38)	―	―
Jul 18, 2019	2019 (Q2)	- / 1.18	2.07	-43.00% (-0.89)	―	―
Oct 22, 2019	2019 (Q3)	- / 0.90	2.33	-61.37% (-1.43)	―	―
Jan 28, 2020	2019 (Q4)	- / 0.52	2.07	-74.88% (-1.55)	―	―
Apr 28, 2020	2020 (Q1)	- / 0.99	1.55	-36.13% (-0.56)	―	―
Jul 23, 2020	2020 (Q2)	- / 0.36	1.18	-69.49% (-0.82)	―	―
Oct 22, 2020	2020 (Q3)	- / 0.63	0.9	-30.00% (-0.27)	―	―

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NUE Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
Oct 21, 2024	$155.37	$145.33	-6.46%
Jul 22, 2024	$161.98	$160.21	-1.09%
Apr 22, 2024	$189.37	$172.58	-8.87%
Jan 29, 2024	$174.07	$186.16	+6.95%

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