Kazakhstan's steel production rose by 14.6% year-on-year in September 2024, reaching 362.6 thousand tons. This marks a 5.7% increase compared to August. Over the first nine months of the year, total production amounted to 3.15 million tons, reflecting a 10% annual growth. Additionally, flat products production in September increased by 13.2% month-on-month and 1% year-on-year, totaling 222.8 thousand tons. Qarmet, formerly ArcelorMittal Temirtau, reported a 14% increase in steel output for January-September 2024, with plans to further boost production to 3.5 million tons this year.