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South Korea's crude steel production fell in April

South Korea's crude steel production decreased by 10.4% on an annual basis in April to 5.1 million tons, due to the weakening in global demand and the impact of increasing exports in China.

South Korea's crude steel production fell in April

As of the first four months of the year (January-April 2024), South Korea's total crude steel production was 21.2 million tons. This figure indicates a decrease of 5.1% compared to the same period last year.

The decline is due to weakening domestic demand in sectors where steel use is intense, such as construction and shipbuilding. In addition, Chinese steel producers have increased their exports to compensate for sluggish domestic demand, putting additional pressure on South Korean producers.

However, there are some promising developments for South Korean steel producers. The fact that production in China and Japan, the main crude steel exporters, fell by 7.2% and 2.5% respectively in April, may provide some relief to South Korean producers in the coming months.

However, it remains unclear how increased exports will affect prices and profitability. Low prices and high production costs continue to create a challenging environment for South Korean steel producers.

The long-term growth outlook also remains uncertain. The course of the global economy and fluctuations in raw material prices are among the main risks that the South Korean steel industry will face in the coming months.

Overall, the South Korean steel industry is going through a difficult time. Although the short-term outlook is uncertain, there are some promising developments. The long-term success of the sector will depend on the recovery in global demand and disciplined management of costs.

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