Note H - Derivative Financial Instruments - Gain (Loss) Recognized in Earnings for Derivative Instruments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022	Dec. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022
Hot-rolled coil steel contracts			$ 894	$ 1,353
Nonoperating Income (Expense) [Member] \| Hot-rolled Coil Steel Contracts [Member]
Hot-rolled coil steel contracts	$ (4,126)	$ 822	$ 706	$ 7,326

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

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