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Slight Decline in China’s Rebar Production in the First Nine Months of 2025

Data from the National Bureau of Statistics of China showed that the country’s rebar production totaled 143.387 million metric tons from January to September 2025, marking a slight year-on-year decrease of 0.1%. During the same period, domestic wire rod production reached 102.111 million metric tons, up 1.7% year on year, while welded pipe production amounted …

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Emirates Steel raises rebar prices for November 2025

Emirates Steel, a subsidiary of EMSTEEL Group, has announced an increase of AED 58 (approximately USD 16) per ton in its rebar prices for November 2025 production. The new price stands at AED 2,648 (around USD 721) per ton, compared to AED 2,590 (USD 705) per ton in October, ex-works (EXW). The company noted that …

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Report on rebar prices in Saudi Arabia from Jan. to Sep. 2025

According to data released by the General Authority for Statistics in Saudi Arabia on rebar prices in the local market — a copy of which was obtained by the Arab Iron and Steel Union

Rebar Prices in Egypt – October 21, 2025

Rebar prices in the Egyptian local market remained relatively stable during the third week of October 2025 compared to the previous week, with minor movements recorded among some producers. Ezz Steel maintained its price at EGP 38,200 per ton, with no change from last week, while Suez Steel also remained stable at EGP 35,000 per …

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Canada Opens the Door to Tariff Exemptions to Support Its Struggling Economy

The Canadian government has announced tariff exemptions on several steel and aluminum products imported from the United States and China, as part of efforts to support local companies affected by trade tensions with both countries, according to Reuters. Prime Minister Mark Carney is leading negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump, who imposed tariffs on Canadian …

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Decline in Egypt’s Rebar Production and Sales in January–September 2025

According to data issued by the Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade on Egypt’s steel industry, which the Arab Iron and Steel Union has obtained, there was a decline in rebar production and sales during the first nine months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, amid a decrease in average local prices.

Steel prices in the third week of October 2025

Global steel product prices showed slight fluctuations during the third week of October 2025, with some products recording limited increases, while others remained stable at previous levels. According to data obtained by the Arab Iron and Steel Union (AISU), the price of steel scrap (mix 80:20) imported by Turkey from the United States rose to …

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SMS Group Modernizes Hot Strip Mill for Salzgitter

German steelmaker Salzgitter has reached a major automation milestone with the implementation of SMS Group’s X-Pact Centerline Control system at its seven-stand hot strip mill at Salzgitter Flachstahl GmbH. The project forms part of a wider modernization package ordered in 2024 aimed at improving product quality and operational stability. According to SMS Group, the X-Pact …

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Ukraine’s Imports of Flat Products Rise by 13.1% in January–September 2025

Ukraine’s imports of flat products increased by 13.1% year-on-year during the period from January to September 2025, reaching 832.2 thousand tons, according to data from the State Customs Service of Ukraine and estimates by GMK Center. Coated flat steel products (HS code 7210) accounted for about 50% of total imports, amounting to 409.42 thousand tons, …

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UAE launches anti-dumping investigation into Chinese steel sections

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Trade has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into imports of heavy steel sections from China, following a complaint filed by Emirates Steel, the sole local producer of these products. The complaint alleges that Chinese exporters are selling their products at prices below their normal value in the domestic market, causing harm …

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Eng. Ahmed Ezz Calls for Protecting the Arab Steel Industry Amid Rising Global Protectionism

Eng. Ahmed Ezz, Chairman of the Arab Iron and Steel Union and Chairman of Ezz Steel, emphasized that recent decisions to impose customs tariffs to protect national industries reflect a fundamental shift in the global economic philosophy toward greater protectionism, noting that “the idea of a borderless global village no longer exists.” In an interview …

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Al-Ittefaq Steel: No Slowdown in Demand; Scrap Prices Continue to Rise Amid Shortage

Jassim Al-Abbas, General Manager of Marketing, Sales, and Business Development at Al-Ittefaq Steel, confirmed that domestic steel demand in Saudi Arabia stands at around 7.5 million tons annually, while the total installed production capacity of all steel plants in the Kingdom is approximately 15 million tons per year. Speaking to Argaam on the sidelines of …

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Egypt and Saudi Arabia Discuss Strengthening Industrial Cooperation in the Iron and Steel Sector

Lieutenant General Kamel El-Wazir, Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, participated alongside Bandar Al-Khorayef, Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, in the ministerial session titled “Empowering the Localization of the Iron Value Chain to Support Economic Growth and Income Diversification”, held within the framework of the 3rd Saudi …

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National Committee for the Steel Industry: Demand Shows Positive Growth and Expected to Continue

Bandar Al-Sulaim, Chairman of the National Committee for the Steel Industry, stated that demand for steel products in Saudi Arabia and the Arab world has witnessed positive growth in recent years. In an interview with Argaam, Al-Sulaim expressed optimism that this momentum will continue in the coming years, supported by the mega projects associated with …

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UAE Extends 10% import tax for Rebar Until October 2026

The customs authorities in the United Arab Emirates have extended the implementation of the decision to raise customs duties on rebar and wire rod from 5% to 10%, with the measure remaining in effect until October 12, 2026. The decision was issued through Dubai Customs Circular No. 14/2025, based on the Federal Authority for Identity, …

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Global Steel Demand Expected to Stabilize in 2025 with a Slight Increase in 2026

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According to the latest report issued by the World Steel Association (worldsteel) on global steel demand for 2025 and 2026. Global steel demand in 2025 is projected to be flat compared to 2024, reaching about 1,750 million tonnes (Mt). A modest rebound of 1.3% is forecast for 2026, pushing global demand to 1,773 Mt. Alfonso Hidalgo …

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Rebar Prices in Egypt – October 13, 2025

Rebar prices in the Egyptian domestic market witnessed a significant decline during the second week of October 2025, compared to the week before last. Ezz Steel maintained its price at EGP 38,200 per ton with no change, while Al-Suez Steel dropped to EGP 35,000 per ton, marking a decrease of EGP 2,900. El-Marakby Steel also …

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EMSTEEL Leads the Steel Industry Toward Global Sustainability

The United Arab Emirates has solidified its position as a regional and global leader in the steel industry, supported by national strategies focused on industrial sustainability, production efficiency, and the country’s goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050. At the forefront of this transformation is the EMSTEEL Group, through its subsidiary Emirates Steel, which has …

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EU Steel Tariff Hike Sparks Fears of a Major Crisis in the UK Industry

The UK steel industry has warned of what could become the biggest crisis in its history, following the European Union’s decision to cut tariff-free import quotas by 47% compared to 2024 and to double import duties on steel exceeding those quotas from 25% to 50%. Gareth Stace, Director General of the trade association UK Steel, …

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Tosyali Algeria Aims for $1 Billion in Export Revenues This Year

Tosyali Algeria aims to achieve $1 billion in export revenues during the current year, according to Alp Topcuoglu, a member of the company’s Board of Directors. In a press statement on the sidelines of the 13th North Africa Energy and Hydrogen Conference & Exhibition (NAPEC 2025), currently taking place in Oran, Topcuoglu said that “export …

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EU Imposes 50% Tariffs on Steel Imports

The European Union has introduced a new package of steel import tariffs aimed at protecting its struggling industry, in a move that mirrors the protectionist policies of former US President Donald Trump. In a statement released on Tuesday, the European Commission announced that the bloc will impose a 50% tariff on steel imports exceeding the …

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Algeria: Saifi Ghrib Inaugurates Rebar Production Unit in M’Sila

Prime Minister Saifi Ghrib inaugurated a rebar production plant in M’Sila on Tuesday, as part of a working and inspection visit to the province, commissioned by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. In his first stop, the Prime Minister inaugurated the rebar production unit belonging to the public company FONDALE, a subsidiary of the National Steel Industry Holding …

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European Commission Proposes Cutting Steel Import Quotas

The European Commission is preparing to introduce a new proposal aimed at halving steel import quotas and raising tariffs on volumes exceeding these quotas to 50%, according to sources cited by Reuters. This proposal is part of a new steel sector package set to be unveiled by the Commission on October 7. Stefan Sejourné, the …

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Hadeed cuts long steel prices for October sales

The Saudi Iron and Steel Company (Hadeed) has lowered long steel prices by SAR 75 (USD 20) per ton for October production. Under the new pricing, rebar (12-32 mm) is set at SAR 2,055 (USD 548) per ton, while wire rod (6.5-16 mm) is priced at SAR 2,245 (USD 599) per ton. Above prices are …

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Egypt extends AD investigation on Chinese and Turkish steel imports

Egypt has extended its anti-dumping (AD) investigation into cold-rolled, galvanized, and coated steel sheets from China and Turkey by six months, with the probe now expected to conclude in the first quarter of 2026. The investigation was launched on October 31, 2024, based on complaints from domestic companies. The Egyptian authority said it had gathered …

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Rebar Prices in Egypt – September 29, 2025

Rebar prices in the Egyptian market remained stable at several companies, while other producers recorded noticeable declines. The price of a ton of steel at Ezz Steel stood at EGP 38,200, Suez Steel at EGP 37,900, and Beshay Steel at EGP 37,000, with no change from last week. In contrast, El Marakby Steel dropped to …

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Steel prices in the fourth week of September 2025

Global steel prices remained relatively stable this week, with only minor fluctuations observed across some products. Scrap: Prices of HS1&2 scrap (Mix 80:20) in Turkey stood at $340/ton CFR, recording a slight weekly increase of $5, reflecting continued demand for imported scrap from the USA. Iron ore: Prices of 62% iron ore in Australia decreased …

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EMSTEEL launches sustainable steel program (TrueGreen™)

EMSTEEL Group, one of the region’s largest publicly traded steel and building materials manufacturers, today announced the launch of TrueGreen™, a strategic sustainability identity that unifies its decades of decarbonisation initiatives. This new identity establishes industry standards for transparency and accountability in sustainable steel production. The launch follows a series of recent milestones, including becoming …

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Ukraine’s steel exports down 13% as domestic consumption rises

Data from the Ukrainian Steel Association Ukrmetallurgprom showed that Ukraine’s steel exports fell by 13% in the January–August 2025 period, totaling 2.48 million mt compared to 2.85 million mt in the same period of 2024. Meanwhile, domestic consumption increased by 22.4% to 2.81 million mt, of which 1.04 million mt was supplied through imports, which …

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India Raises Steel Exports by 22% in April–August 2025

Preliminary data from BigMint showed that India’s steel exports, including stainless steel, increased by 22% year-on-year during April–August 2025, reaching 3.2 million tons. The growth was driven by higher exports of hot-rolled coil/sheet, up 12% to 0.67 million tons; pipes, up 26% to 0.8 million tons; and long products, up 26% to 0.29 million tons. …

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