Note H - Derivative Financial Instruments - Gain (Loss) Recognized in Earnings for Derivative Instruments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	6 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2023	Sep. 30, 2022	Sep. 30, 2023	Sep. 30, 2022
Hot-rolled coil steel contracts			$ 1,969	$ 1,073
Nonoperating Income (Expense) [Member] \| Hot-rolled Coil Steel Contracts [Member]
Hot-rolled coil steel contracts	$ 4,402	$ 4,832	$ 3,749	$ 6,504

Amount of realized and unrealized gain (loss) of derivative instruments not designated or qualifying as hedging instruments.

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