South Korean steel producer POSCO has projected they will produce 36.5 million mt in 2022, down from approximately 38.2 million mt, or 4.7%, in 2021. The company believes that their production will be lower due to carbon emissions cuts. However, market impact is likely minimal. POSCO was the world’s sixth-largest producer in 2020, according to World Steel. (2/2/2022)
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