Stock Track | BlueScope Steel Soars 5.00% Intraday on Earnings Forecast Upgrade and Supportive U.S. Demand

Stock Track
Jun 03

BlueScope Steel Ltd's stock soared 5.00% during intraday trading on Wednesday, following an analyst upgrade that highlighted improving earnings prospects and a supportive demand environment.

Jefferies upgraded its earnings forecasts for the Australian steelmaker, citing a recent strong rally in spreads and a supportive U.S. demand backdrop. The bank raised its share-price target on BlueScope to A$36.00 from A$35.00 and maintained a buy rating. The improved earnings outlook more than offsets the removal of a merger and acquisition premium, as more time passes without an update on the Steel Dynamics-SGH takeover bid.

"Mid-June could prove a catalyst with SGH free to revise its bid or walk away," Jefferies said. "Whatever the outcome, we see upside to FY27 estimates given favorable spreads." The firm's positive assessment provided a clear fundamental driver for the stock's significant price appreciation during the session.

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