The sale of U.S. Steel could have significant implications for organized labor and the domestic steel economy, as the union representing U.S. Steel employees has the power to veto any transaction they don't approve of.
U.S. Steel rose 1.6% after entering into confidentiality agreements with potential transaction partners, sharing due diligence information under these agreements and amidst rumors of an offer from ArcelorMittal.
U.S. Steel is reviewing multiple unsolicited proposals, including partial acquisitions and entire buyouts, as the company enters into confidentiality agreements with various third parties.