Welcome to the second episode of the StaalX Construction & Steel Podcast. In today’s episode, we explore one of the most puzzling trends in the construction world:

📈 A boom in data center construction

🏘️ A slowdown in housing starts

Why are tech builds skyrocketing while housing lags? What does this divergence mean for steel buyers, fabricators, and suppliers?

📌 Topics Covered

• Why data centers are driving a new wave of steel demand
• How rising interest rates and land costs are stalling residential construction
• What this means for long products like rebar, mesh, and wire rod
• How buyers can stay agile in an unpredictable market
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Welcome to the first episode of the StaalX Construction & Steel Podcast. In this edition, we break down the shifting dynamics of the U.S. steel market — from rising rebar prices to new tariff impacts and labor shortages reshaping the construction landscape.

📌 Topics Covered:

• Why rebar prices are rising despite slower construction activity
• The effect of Section 232 and anti-dumping measures on steel imports
• Which countries (Egypt, Algeria, Vietnam) are no longer offering
• What fabricators and buyers can expect next

Whether you're a fabricator, buyer, or market observer, get ahead of the curve with expert insights from the front lines.

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