JSW Steel recorded consolidated crude steel production of 2.5 million tonnes in January 2026. U.S. operations reported lower output due to a scheduled outage, while Blast Furnace 3 at Vijayanagar is set to be commissioned by the end of Q4 FY26. The company remains focused on expansion and efficiency.
JSW Steel Ltd has released its January 2026 production update, reporting 2.5 million tonnes of consolidated crude steel output. While U.S. operations saw lower production due to a scheduled outage, the company reaffirmed its growth trajectory with upcoming capacity additions in India.
Key Highlights
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Consolidated Production: 2.5 million tonnes of crude steel in January 2026.
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USA Operations: Output lower due to scheduled maintenance outage.
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Expansion Plans: Blast Furnace 3 at Vijayanagar to be commissioned by end of Q4 FY26.
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Strategic Focus: Enhancing production efficiency and strengthening global operations.
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Market Outlook: Capacity additions expected to support demand growth in domestic and international markets.
JSW Steel’s latest update reflects its ability to balance operational challenges with strategic expansion. The commissioning of Blast Furnace 3 is expected to significantly boost production capacity, reinforcing the company’s position as one of India’s leading steel producers.
Sources: Reuters (RTRS), Economic Times Markets, Business Standard, JSW Steel press release.