Global steel mill output steady through May

Global raw steel production rose 2% from April to May, slightly above average production levels seen in recent months, according to data recently released by the World Steel Association (worldsteel).

Worldwide steel output reached an estimated 158.8 million metric tons (mt) in May. While modestly higher than the previous month, production was 5% lower than March’s (adjusted) two-year high of 166.5 million mt and 4% lower than year-ago levels.

Brett Linton

Brett Linton is a digital operations analyst for Steel Market Update, where he began his career. Linton has been in the steel industry since 2010. He has held roles as a category manager and strategic insights director at Reibus before returning to SMU in 2024. He is a graduate of The University of North Georgia with a degree in Finance and Accounting. Brett can be reached at brett@steelmarketupdate.com or 724-314-0179.

Brett Linton

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