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Steel Giant US Steel Faces Bidding War From Industry Rivals

  • US Steel has received multiple takeover bids, including from Cleveland-Cliffs, Esmark, and ArcelorMittal.
  • The acquisition could reshape the global steel industry and unite two of the largest American steel producers.
  • Cleveland-Cliffs' offer was initially rejected, but it could gain majority control of domestic flat steel production if successful.
  • Soaring steel prices have led competitors to pursue acquisitions to cut costs and boost market share.
  • The United Steelworkers union has endorsed only Cleveland-Cliffs' bid citing job security concerns.
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