
India Crude Steel Output Rises 3.4% as Imports Remain Elevated
India’s crude steel output rose 3.4% in September 2026, while finished steel demand grew faster and imports kept the country a net steel importer in H1 FY27.

Turkey HRC Imports Rise Sharply in August as Annual Decline Narrows

India’s Secondary Steel Producers Set for Better Margins This Fiscal

Steel Exchange India Reheating Furnace Drives Record Re-Bar Production

India to Unveil New National Steel Policy Draft for 2047 Growth Roadmap

Shyam Metalics to Build ₹50,000 Crore Integrated Steel Complex in Maharashtra
IndustryIndia’s crude steel output rose 3.4% in September 2026, while finished steel demand grew faster and imports kept the country a net steel importer in H1 FY27.
InternationalTurkey’s HRC imports jumped 67.5% month-on-month in August, narrowing the Jan–Aug decline to 6.5% as China, Malaysia and Japan gained supply share.
IndustryIndia may avoid fresh restrictions on cheap steel imports, keeping pressure on domestic steel prices while supporting traders, fabricators and downstream industries.
IndustryIndia’s secondary steel producers may see margins improve to 6.6% this fiscal as stronger demand, higher steel prices and backward integration support profitability.
IndustrySteel Exchange India's new reheating furnace helps lift September Re-Bar production to a record 25,095 MT, supporting higher capacity, efficiency and TMT steel output.
IndustryIndia will soon release its new National Steel Policy draft focusing on green steel, capacity growth, technology, decarbonisation and protection from cheap imports.
IndustryShyam Metalics plans a ₹50,000 crore, 9 MTPA greenfield steel complex in Chandrapur, Maharashtra, targeting 30,000 jobs and major capacity expansion.
InternationalArcelorMittal plans over R$10 billion in Brazil steel investments across Tubarão and Pecém as Chinese steel imports decline and domestic market conditions improve.
IndustryKardemir plans a 120.5 MWp solar power investment worth about $80.76 million to cut energy costs, reduce emissions and support greener steel production.
IndustryJSW Steel promotes Kunal Raval to Vice President – Corporate Finance, expanding his leadership role across strategic finance and corporate initiatives
InternationalChina produced 3.66 million tons of crude stainless steel in August 2026 as exports and imports increased. Get the latest stainless steel market updates on SteelBazaar.
IndustryIndia’s steel sector outlook improves as HRC and rebar prices rise, inventories remain low and construction demand strengthens. Read the latest steel market update on SteelBazaar.
Raw MaterialGermany urges the EU to end all Russian steel imports, including slabs, by closing sanctions loopholes and supporting EU mills.
EnergyUkraine's Interpipe delivers high-strength steel pipes for the Titlis Tower renovation project in Switzerland, boosting its global infrastructure presence.
Raw MaterialChina’s crude steel output dropped 6.9% in May, dragging iron ore futures lower as weak housing and industrial demand persist despite modest retail strength—signalling global commodity market volatility.
Raw MaterialGPIL Maintains Almost Stable Pellet and Iron Ore Output in FY 2024-25
Large CorporateJindal Steel will double structural steel capacity at Raigarh from 1.2 to 2.4 MTPA by mid-2028, adding a new mill and upgrades.
Large CorporateTaiwan (Chinese Taipei) challenges Canada at the WTO over steel TRQs, surtaxes and duties on steel-derivative goods; consultations run 60 days before a panel can be requested
Large CorporateVibhor Steel Tubes has secured a ₹7.43-crore domestic order from YNM Pan Global Trade to supply W-beam metal crash barriers, strengthening its position in India’s road safety and infrastructure segment.
Large CorporateGermany’s foreign minister will raise rare earth supply security and steel trade concerns during her China visit, seeking fair competition and stable critical-material access.
IndiaTata Steel gets major Supreme Court relief as ₹890.52 crore GST demand and equal penalty are quashed, while fresh proceedings remain possible.
IndiaIndia’s Ministry of Steel will hold a virtual Open House to discuss steel import issues, SIMS procedures, and QCO exemption concerns with industry stakeholders
IndiaIndia’s Steel Ministry seeks removal of anti-dumping duties on metallurgical coke imports amid supply shortages and rising costs for steel manufacturers.
IndiaIndia’s steel ministry pushes to remove anti-dumping duties on low-ash met coke imports as steelmakers face supply shortages and rising input costs.
IndustryIndia’s crude steel output rose 3.4% in September 2026, while finished steel demand grew faster and imports kept the country a net steel importer in H1 FY27.
IndustryIndia may avoid fresh restrictions on cheap steel imports, keeping pressure on domestic steel prices while supporting traders, fabricators and downstream industries.
IndustryIndia’s secondary steel producers may see margins improve to 6.6% this fiscal as stronger demand, higher steel prices and backward integration support profitability.
IndustrySteel Exchange India's new reheating furnace helps lift September Re-Bar production to a record 25,095 MT, supporting higher capacity, efficiency and TMT steel output.
InternationalTurkey’s HRC imports jumped 67.5% month-on-month in August, narrowing the Jan–Aug decline to 6.5% as China, Malaysia and Japan gained supply share.
InternationalArcelorMittal plans over R$10 billion in Brazil steel investments across Tubarão and Pecém as Chinese steel imports decline and domestic market conditions improve.
InternationalChina produced 3.66 million tons of crude stainless steel in August 2026 as exports and imports increased. Get the latest stainless steel market updates on SteelBazaar.
InternationalGreen Metals Industries plans a $500 million integrated steel and pipe complex in Abu Dhabi with 1.2–1.4 million tonnes annual steelmaking capacity.
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