Nippon Steel (NPSCY) News Today

Nippon Steel Co. (OTCMKTS: NPSCY) shares have decreased amid uncertainty over its proposed $14 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel. Investors are weighing government support efforts, regulatory reviews and union opposition as key drivers of today’s stock performance.

• Nippon Steel reiterated its commitment to complete the full U.S. Steel takeover, underscoring its long-term strategic focus.
• Japan’s tariff negotiator arrived in Washington to discuss trade conditions, potentially smoothing regulatory hurdles for the deal.
• The CFIUS panel remains split on national security implications, but reports indicate a possible path to approval.
• A formal recommendation from U.S. agencies has been submitted to President Trump, keeping the review process active.
• President Trump is reviewing the divided CFIUS decision, leaving the final outcome uncertain but under consideration.
• The United Steelworkers union is urging President Trump to block the bid, highlighting labor and security concerns.
• The acquisition has been hit with a second national security review, prolonging the timeline and intensifying uncertainty.
• Analysts note NPSCY shares are under pressure as takeover prospects hang in limbo.