03
May
14:42
Italian distribution sector reports negative outlook
The Italian distribution sector forecasts declining volumes in the second quarter compared to the same period last year. While flat and long steel producers are trying to increase values, consumption downstream continues to be sluggish, sources in the sector tell Kallanish.
Some distributors reported a volume decline in Q1 of between 4% and 5%. The first quarter was “saved” for most companies by reasonable shipments in January and February. “Sinc…
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