Metals

PwC’s Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 audit share of metals companies by revenue is greater than that of any other accounting firm. With a combination of the discipline of a public accounting firm with the creativity of a consulting firm, we create lasting value for you by bringing together the precision, structure, and deep analytical capabilities of audit and tax and the creative mindset and problem-solving skills of consulting. We are objective in our work and careful to use fact-based approaches and replicable methodologies. We begin with the end in mind and consider implications across strategy, structure, people, process, and technology. With a focus on action, impact, and value, we don’t just assess and recommend; we also help you implement with agility and flexibility. We take advantage of our global reach and inter-disciplinary talent to deliver what you need, when and where you need it.

Metals insights

Forging ahead Forging ahead: Quarterly global metals M&A analysis

Each edition global deal activity for the quarter and the year-to-date, and takes a closer look at the large deals and industry trends.
Minerals and metals scarcity in manufacturing: The ticking time bomb Minerals and metals scarcity in manufacturing: The ticking time bomb

Why senior executives of leading global manufacturing companies see resource scarcity as a major issue over the coming five years—and what they are planning to do about it.
Shale gas: A renaissance in US manufacturing? Shale gas: A renaissance in US manufacturing?

A PwC analysis finds that full-scale and robust shale gas development through 2025 could yield a number of potential benefits for the industrial manufacturing, chemicals, and metals industries.
Assessing tax: 2011 tax rate benchmarking study Assessing tax: 2011 tax rate benchmarking study

Our annual tax rate benchmarking study for industrial products and services companies. This edition includes a section with benchmarking data for metals companies.
Metals publications Metals publications

Publications of interest to metals company executives on M&A, the economic outlook, sustainability, and taxation.
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How we can help: Deep industry experience, global reach

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Meet the PwC Metals practice

Our Metals practice serves ferrous and nonferrous primary and secondary metals producers through a network of nearly 1,000 professionals strategically located around the world who provide assurance, tax, and advisory services. Central to the successful delivery of our services is an in-depth understanding of today’s industry issues, in addition to a wealth of specialized resources and “best practices” that help in solving complex business challenges. Our highly-skilled team encourages dialogue on top-of-mind trends and issues through active participation in industry conferences and associations, such as the American Iron and Steel Institute, as well as through industry-focused publications and Web forums.



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