Global Steel Output Falls 2% in 2025, Reports Worldsteel
Other regions showing positive momentum included EU-27, Other Europe, and South America.
SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Global crude steel output posted a notable decline in December 2025, with the 70 member nations of the World Steel Association (worldsteel) producing 139.6 million tonnes (Mt) of steel—marking a 3.7% year-over-year drop.
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Regional Production Breakdown
Asia and Oceania continued to dominate worldwide steel production, generating 99.7 Mt during the month. The EU-27 region followed with 9.9 Mt, while North America secured the third position with 9.0 Mt. Production across other regions was reported as follows (in Mt):
· Africa: 1.9
· South America: 3.2
· Middle East: 5.3
· Other Europe: 3.8
· Russia & other CIS + Ukraine: 6.9
Regions Reporting Growth
Several regions posted year-over-year growth in crude steel production. The Middle East recorded the strongest increase, surging 13.9% from December 2024. Other regions showing positive momentum included EU-27, Other Europe, and South America.
Regions Facing Declines
Most producing regions experienced downturns, with Asia and Oceania seeing the steepest fall at 6.3%. Output also slid in:
· Russia & other CIS + Ukraine: -2.7%
· North America: -0.4%
· Africa: -0.3%
Yearly Output
worldsteel figures reveal that global crude steel production reached 1,803.8 Mt during the whole year 2025, representing a 2.0% decrease compared with 2024.