Iron Steel Market
Report ID: SQMIG15O2007
Report ID: SQMIG15O2007
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Report ID:
SQMIG15O2007 |
Region:
Global |
Published Date: December, 2025
Pages:
184
|Tables:
61
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Global Iron Steel Market size was valued at USD 1.82 Trillion in 2024 and is poised to grow from USD 1.9 Trillion in 2025 to USD 2.68 Trillion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 4.4% during the forecast period (2026–2033).
Iron is commonly found in its ores in the form of oxide, and a majority of it is used in the production of iron steel. The main drivers of global steel market growth are the development of efficient and advanced technologies, an increase in demand from emerging construction industries, a thriving automotive industry, and profitable steel and structures. Rising investments in the residential construction sector are expected to promote market growth. The global development of smart city projects is expected to remain a key factor in driving the aforementioned trend. Rising automobile production, construction investment, and infrastructure development are expected to drive market growth during the forecast period. According to the Federal Reserve, auto and parts production in the United States increased to 7.8% in March 2022 from 4.6% in February 2022. Total light truck and car assembly reached around 9.5 million vehicles in March 2022, up from 8.3 million in February 2022. Large-scale investments in water treatment facilities are expected to boost iron and steel demand in developed states over the forecast period.
US Iron Steel Market is poised to grow at a sustainable CAGR for the next forecast year.
Market snapshot - 2026-2033
Global Market Size
USD 1.74 trillion
Largest Segment
Building and Construction
Fastest Growth
Building and Construction
Growth Rate
4.4% CAGR
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Global Iron Steel Market is segmented by Product Type, Production Technology, End-use Industry and region. Based on Product Type, the market is segmented into Iron Ore and Steel. Based on Production Technology, the market is segmented into Basic Oxygen Furnace, Electric Arc Furnace, Open Hearth and Others. Based on End-use Industry, the market is segmented into Building & Construction, Automotive & Transportation, Heavy Industry, Consumer Goods and Others. Based on region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa.
By application, the market is divided into building and construction, automotive. The building and construction segment generated the most revenue and emerged dominant. The current trend is expected to continue throughout the forecast period. Rising construction investments are expected to boost steel demand over the forecast period. Iron and steel are used to make a variety of automotive components such as door panels, chassis, frames, and support beams. Although aluminium is replacing steel due to its lighter weight, it is still preferred in the manufacturing of automotive parts due to its durability, strength, and ability to be continuously recycled.
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On the basis of region, it is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa(MEA). Asia Pacific emerged dominant In 2022, and is projected to continue so during the forecast period. Asia Pacific had the highest revenue share of more than 55.0% in 2022. Over the forecast period, rising investment in infrastructure development projects is expected to boost demand for iron and steel in the region. China began construction of a 237.78 km railway line from Liuzhou to Wuzhou, Guangxi, China, in October 2021.
Europe is projected to emerge as the fastest growing region during the forecast period. According to the European Steel Association, apparent steel consumption in the European Union increased by 40.5% in the second quarter of 2022, following a 10.6% decrease in the previous quarter. Furthermore, steel consumption is expected to rise 4.7% by the end of 2030. The region's demand for iron and steel is expected to be driven by various government investments in infrastructure development projects. Europe is attempting to improve rail connectivity and reverse the industry's decline.
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The market is competitive in nature, with numerous players present worldwide. Steel producers face stiff competition not only from other steel producers, but also from companies that manufacture substitutes such as aluminium, glass, concrete, wood, and plastic. Over the forecast period, the increasing use of aluminium in the automotive industry is expected to reduce the companies' market share.
The Simandou Infrastructure Project Term Sheet was signed in December 2022 by the Guinean government and SMB-Winning Consortium (Guniea) by The China Baowu Steel Group Corporation. The development of infrastructure, such as ports and railroads, is the primary goal of this joint venture since it contributes to the overall growth of the Simandou project.
An agreement was reached in August 2022 between the Punjab government and The Tata Steel Limited to establish a 0.75 MnTPA long products steel plant with an electric arc furnace (EAF) based on scrap.
The World Steel Association named Tata Steel Limited and Tata Steel Europe 2022 Steel Sustainability Champions in April 2022. This esteemed award recognizes Tata Steel's efforts to uphold its position as a premier steel manufacturer who is totally dedicated to the sustainability ideals.
SkyQuest's ABIRAWA (Advanced Business Intelligence, Research & Analysis Wing) is our Business Information Services team that Collects, Collates, Correlates, and Analyses the Data collected utilizing Primary Exploratory Research backed by the robust Secondary Desk research.
According to our analysis, The iron steel industry is a critical component of many other industries that comprise global trade and economy. Historically, churns and disruptions in the global iron steel market have had far-reaching effects on a variety of ancillary industries such as construction, automotive, chemicals, energy, and heavy engineering. Iron Steel is extensively employed in many heavy industries, including shipbuilding, the production of defence goods, and oil and gas. Over the course of the projected period, rising investments in these sectors are anticipated to drive market expansion.
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| Report Metric | Details |
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| Market size value in 2024 | USD 1.82 Trillion |
| Market size value in 2033 | USD 2.68 Trillion |
| Growth Rate | 4.4% |
| Base year | 2024 |
| Forecast period | 2026-2033 |
| Forecast Unit (Value) | USD Trillion |
| Segments covered |
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| Regions covered | North America (US, Canada), Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Latin America (Brazil, Rest of Latin America), Middle East & Africa (South Africa, GCC Countries, Rest of MEA) |
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For the Iron Steel Market, our research methodology involved a mixture of primary and secondary data sources. Key steps involved in the research process are listed below:
1. Information Procurement: This stage involved the procurement of Market data or related information via primary and secondary sources. The various secondary sources used included various company websites, annual reports, trade databases, and paid databases such as Hoover's, Bloomberg Business, Factiva, and Avention. Our team did 45 primary interactions Globally which included several stakeholders such as manufacturers, customers, key opinion leaders, etc. Overall, information procurement was one of the most extensive stages in our research process.
2. Information Analysis: This step involved triangulation of data through bottom-up and top-down approaches to estimate and validate the total size and future estimate of the Iron Steel Market.
3. Report Formulation: The final step entailed the placement of data points in appropriate Market spaces in an attempt to deduce viable conclusions.
4. Validation & Publishing: Validation is the most important step in the process. Validation & re-validation via an intricately designed process helped us finalize data points to be used for final calculations. The final Market estimates and forecasts were then aligned and sent to our panel of industry experts for validation of data. Once the validation was done the report was sent to our Quality Assurance team to ensure adherence to style guides, consistency & design.
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