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TATASTEEL

’s UK Outlook

’s UK operations remain under pressure, with management revising its EBITDA breakeven guidance to March 2026, citing rising costs linked to the West Asia war. Despite recovering steel prices and policy support, profitability remains elusive. In contrast, Indian operations continue to deliver robust growth, highlighting the divergence between domestic strength and European challenges. The company is also investing heavily in greener steelmaking technologies to improve efficiency and reduce costs over time. UK & European Operations UK business expected to take 12 more months to break even. CEO T.V. Narendran noted that a £100/tonne rise in steel prices could enable breakeven within FY27. Import restrictions, high costs, and weak demand weigh on UK performance. Dutch operations remain profitable, providing stability within Europe. Tata Steel acquired Corus Steel in 2007; ongoing investments in Port Talbot plant continue. Indian Operations Steel consumption in India growing at 8–10% annually, providing a strong demand base. Domestic operations contrast sharply with UK losses, underscoring India’s role as the growth engine. Policy support and infrastructure demand continue to drive volumes. Strategic Transition Tata Steel is investing nearly 10% of revenue in steelmaking efficiency and greener technologies. Transition to low-carbon steel expected to gradually reduce costs and improve competitiveness. Sustainability initiatives align with global decarbonization trends and long-term profitability goals. Outlook While recovering steel prices and policy support provide some relief, rising costs from the West Asia war offset gains in Europe. The UK business remains loss-making, but management expects gradual improvement by FY27. Strong Indian growth and steady Dutch operations provide balance, while the shift to greener steelmaking is expected to enhance efficiency over time.