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Why Reliance Inc. Earnings Fell Despite Volume Gains?

Reliance Inc.’s recent performance underscores its ability to navigate a complex environment and achieve growth, albeit amid certain challenges. The company’s operational execution in 2025 resulted in an increase in tons shipped by 6.2% and tons sold reaching a record 6.4 million. This growth effectively outpaced industry trends and enhanced Reliance’s U.S. market share from 15% in 2024 to 17% in 2025. A significant contributor to this performance was the company’s focus on carbon long and flat-rolled products, which also improved its gross profit margin year-over-year. Key achievements during the year included strong pricing discipline and maintaining robust relationships with domestic suppliers, which helped Reliance win new business and leverage operating expenses over higher volumes. Despite these positives, Reliance faced challenges, notably tariff-related increases in aluminum costs, which proved difficult to fully pass on due to ample supply and subdued demand in key markets like commercial aerospace and semiconductors.