Archive · 15 Aug 2025
China's Steel and Coal Output Decline Due to Weather and Policy
China's steel and coal production decreased in July.
Steel output fell due to weak demand and government efforts to reduce production.
Coal production also decreased due to heavy rains and government inspections.
These drops have been influenced by weaker demand and extreme weather.
The government is also working to control pollution, which will further impact steel production.
Overall, the industry faces challenges due to a struggling property market and potential limitations on exports.
China's steel production dropped 4% year-on-year in July.
Coal output fell 3.8% year-on-year in July.
Steel output in the first seven months of the year is down 3.1% compared to 2023.
Torrential rains disrupted coal production and transport in northern China.
Beijing's pollution controls are expected to limit steel output.
- Who
- Steel and coal producers in China.
- What
- Decreased production of steel and coal in China.
- When
- July, with further impact expected in coming months.
- Where
- China
- Why
- Due to factors including extreme weather, government inspections, and weaker domestic demand.
- Steel Production (July)
- Dropped 4% year-on-year
- Steel Output (Jan-July)
- Down 3.1% compared with 2023
- Coal Output (July)
- Fell 3.8% year-on-year
- Excess steel capacity (2023)
- 142 million tonnes
