Global Steel Production Dips 2% in 2025

In 2025, the world made less steel than in 2024.

Overall, steel production went down by 2%.

China, which makes the most steel, saw a big drop of 4.4%.

But India made more steel, increasing by 10.4%.

The US also made a bit more steel, up by 3.1%.

In December 2025, the world's steel production was down by 3.7% compared to December 2024.

China's production in December dropped by 10.3%, while India's increased by 10.1%.

Other countries like the US, Japan, Russia, and South Korea had mixed results.

Some regions, like Africa and Asia, saw decreases, while others, like the EU and West Asia, saw increases.

It's like a big mix of ups and downs in steel production around the world.