Data from the World Steel Association (Worldsteel) shows that global crude steel production in August 2025 rose by 0.3% year-on-year to reach 145.3 million tons. However, differences in national production performance highlight the sector’s uneven outlook.
China, the world’s largest producer, recorded a 0.7% decline, with production totaling 77.4 million tons. Japan’s output fell by 3.4%, and Germany’s production dropped 10.5% to 2.6 million tons. This European decline underscores the continued impact of high energy costs and weak demand.
In the U.S., the picture was more positive. Production rose 3.2% in August to reach 7.2 million tons. Analysts point out that domestic demand from the automotive and construction sectors was a key driver of this growth. Meanwhile, developing economies showed notable increases in output, supported by capacity expansions.
Worldsteel’s figures suggest that the global steel sector is not so much recovering uniformly as it is experiencing a “search for balance” across countries. Fluctuations in energy and raw material costs, protectionist measures, and environmental regulations continue to pose risks for producers. At the same time, regions with sustained demand are seeing growth opportunities.
Industry experts indicate that in the coming period, key factors shaping the steel market will include energy cost trends, trade policies, and investments toward green transition.
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