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Baosteel expects nationwide steel production cuts in China this year.

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China 28 Apr 2025 01:00 PM IST Reuters

Baosteel Predicts Steel Output Cuts Across China in 2025.

China’s Baosteel Expects Nationwide Production Reductions This Year.

Chinese Steel Giant Baosteel Forecasts Industry-Wide Output Cuts.

China’s largest steel producer, Baosteel, has announced expectations of nationwide steel production cuts in 2025 as the country continues to prioritize environmental goals and manage overcapacity. In a recent market briefing, company officials stated that the industry is likely to see controlled output reductions to align with the government’s decarbonization commitments and economic moderation strategy.

The decision follows a turbulent period for the global steel market, with Chinese production frequently influencing international prices and supply chains. Baosteel indicated that environmental restrictions, weak demand in construction and real estate, and measures to avoid excessive exports would collectively lead to a contraction in domestic steel production this year.

Industry analysts suggest that the cuts could help stabilize global steel prices, which have faced volatility due to China’s historically aggressive production levels. Additionally, these moves are expected to support the country’s carbon neutrality targets, as the steel sector remains one of China’s most significant contributors to industrial emissions.

International players, including India’s steel exporters, are closely watching these developments, anticipating possible shifts in pricing trends and export opportunities in the wake of China’s output discipline.