Flat Steel Market Report 2026

The flat steel market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $610.18 billion in 2025 to $638.98 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in construction and building infrastructure, rising demand from automotive manufacturing, expansion of mechanical equipment production, increasing use in industrial applications, advancements in flat steel rolling and processing technology.

The flat steel market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $783.84 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for galvanized and coated steel products, growth in automotive and transport sectors, adoption in smart infrastructure and high-rise construction, increasing use of alloy and tool steels, expansion of mechanical and industrial equipment manufacturing. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of hot rolled and cold rolled sheets and strips, use of galvanized and coated flat steel products, integration of electric arc furnace and basic oxygen furnace processes, development of alloy, stainless, and tool steel variants, implementation of flat steel in automotive, infrastructure, and mechanical equipment.

The flat steel market is expected to experience growth due to rapid industrialization in the future. Industrialization is the transformative process that shifts an economy or society from agrarian and craft-based activities to a structure centered on industrial and manufacturing activities. Flat steel, known for its versatility, strength, and formability, is extensively used in various industrial applications. It serves as a foundational material, contributing to the structural integrity and efficiency of diverse applications crucial for the growth and development of industrial sectors. As of August 2023, industrial production in the euro area and the EU increased by 0.5% and 0.4%, respectively, compared to May 2023, according to Eurostat. Therefore, rapid industrialization is anticipated to drive the growth of the flat steel market.

Major companies in the flat steel market are strategically embracing partnerships and collaborations to enhance their market presence and gain a competitive advantage. These strategic alliances enable companies to leverage each other's strengths, mitigate risks, and enhance competitiveness in the market. For example, in June 2023, Primetals Technologies Limited, a UK-based engineering and plant construction company, entered into a partnership with Hydnum Steel, a Europe-based steel company, aiming to contribute to the green transition of the European flat steel market. The collaboration reflects the shared commitment of both companies to environmental responsibility, paving the way for sustainable steelmaking practices.

In November 2024, Cleveland Cliffs Inc., a US-based steel company, acquired Stelco Holdings Inc. for approximately $2.5 billion. Through this acquisition, Cleveland Cliffs aims to expand its flat steel production capacity in North America and strengthen its portfolio of hot-rolled, cold-rolled, and coated steel products for automotive, construction, and industrial applications. Stelco Holdings Inc. is a Canada-based integrated steel company that produces flat-rolled steel products, including hot-rolled, cold-rolled, and coated steel sheets.

Major companies operating in the flat steel market report are ArcelorMittal S.A., POSCO Holdings Inc, Ansteel Group Corporation Limited, Nippon Steel Corporation, HBIS Group, Jiangsu Shagang Group Company Limited, Nucor Corporation, ThyssenKrupp AG, JFE Steel Corporation, Tata Steel Limited, Angang Steel Company Limited, Shougang Group Co. Ltd., JSW Steel, United States Steel Corporation, Novolipetsk Steel, Voestalpine AG, Hyundai Steel Company, Evraz Group S.A., Gerdau S.A., Steel Authority of India Limited, SSAB AB, Severstal, Outokumpu, Allegheny Technologies, Ezz Steel, Acerinox, Essar Steel, Yieh Corp.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the flat steel market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the flat steel market are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the flat steel market are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The flat steel market consists of sales of metallic coated steel, hot rolled coil (HRC), reversing mill plate, cold rolled coil (CRC), organic coated steel, and coil plate. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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