Context:
JSW Steel, led by Sajjan Jindal, has emerged as the world’s most valuable steel company with a market capitalisation (mcap) of $30.31 billion, according to Bloomberg data. The company has surpassed major global steel producers like ArcelorMittal and Nucor Corporation.
Top Global Steelmakers by Market Capitalisation
| Rank | Company | Country | Mcap ($ bn) | TTM Revenue ($ bn) | Profit ($ bn) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JSW Steel | India | 30.31 | 21.1 | 1.1 |
| 2 | Nucor Corporation | United States | 29.40 | 30.7 | 2.0 |
| 3 | ArcelorMittal | Luxembourg | 27.14 | 62.4 | 1.3 |
| 4 | Nippon Steel | Japan | 24.43 | 58.0 | 3.1 |
| 5 | Tata Steel | India | 23.09 | 27.5 | -0.5 |
| 6 | Tenaris | Luxembourg | 22.98 | 12.5 | 2.0 |
| 7 | Baoshan Iron & Steel | China | 22.72 | 46.1 | 1.3 |
| 8 | Steel Dynamics | United States | 18.99 | 17.5 | 1.5 |
| 9 | Posco Holdings | South Korea | 17.35 | 53.3 | 0.8 |
| 10 | Inner Mongolia BaoTou Steel | China | 11.54 | 9.3 | -0.1 |
Source: Bloomberg, compiled by BS Research Bureau
Key Comparisons
- JSW Steel leads in market valuation but ArcelorMittal remains ahead in terms of revenue ($62.4 billion) compared to JSW’s $21.1 billion.
- JSW Steel trades at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 28.5x, significantly higher than ArcelorMittal’s 20.3x, indicating strong investor confidence and growth potential.
Indian Steelmakers Rising
- Tata Steel, established in 1907 and part of Tata Sons, ranks fifth globally with a market cap of $23.09 billion.
- Experts point out that the shift in global steel rankings reflects the growing prominence of Indian producers in the global steel industry.
Contextual Industry Trend
- The Indian steel industry has been actively fending off cheap imports and bolstering domestic capacity expansion.
- Protective measures, including safeguards, are being analyzed to see if they will fuel further capacity investments and market dominance by Indian steel majors.
The rise of JSW Steel as the world’s most valuable steelmaker signifies India’s growing influence in global manufacturing and highlights the shift in global steel market dynamics. The combination of strong valuations, aggressive expansion, and policy support is positioning Indian steel companies as key players in shaping the future of the global
