Breaking News

JSW Steel rises 2% on gas supply worries HSBC raises Tata Steel target to ₹250 British Steel to supply 120,000 mt billet to Nigeria ₹3,200 crore Tata Steel EAF starts in Ludhiana

Robust Growth: India’s Steel Consumption Hits 120 MT in FY25

698649_1742465065_small.jpg
Oil & Gas 20 Mar 2025 03:34 PM IST capital market

India's steel consumption witnessed robust double-digit growth in the last fiscal year, driven by increased infrastructure spending and a surge in construction activity. According to industry data, India's finished steel consumption rose by 12% year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to 120 million tonnes in FY25, up from 107 million tonnes in FY24.

The rise in demand has been largely attributed to government-led infrastructure projects, increased private sector investment, and growth in the automotive and manufacturing sectors. Long steel products, used in construction and infrastructure, saw a 14% Y-o-Y rise in demand, while flat steel products, used in manufacturing and automotive sectors, registered a 10% Y-o-Y increase.

India's domestic steel production also increased by 9% to 118 million tonnes in FY25, keeping pace with the growing demand. However, rising imports from China and Southeast Asia have pressured prices despite the strong domestic consumption. Industry analysts expect the government to implement protective measures, such as import duties, to safeguard the domestic market.