New Delhi: Maharatna public sector enterprise Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has recorded its highest-ever sales volume for the month of December at 2.1 million tonnes (MT), marking a 37 per cent increase over the 1.5 MT achieved in December 2024.
In a statement issued on Monday, SAIL said the performance represents its best-ever December showing, with the company achieving new benchmarks across product categories and sales channels, along with a significant reduction in inventory levels. The strong results were driven by a sustained focus on timely customer deliveries and renewed branding initiatives.
The December performance helped SAIL maintain its growth momentum in FY’26, with cumulative sales reaching 14.7 MT during the April–December 2025 period. This reflects a growth of about 17 per cent compared to 12.6 MT recorded during the corresponding period of the previous financial year.
In addition to robust domestic demand, the company also reported a notable rise in export volumes, highlighting its expanding presence in global markets.
SAIL stated that the consistent improvement underscores its strengthened market position, customer-centric approach, and operational efficiency. The company added that strong performance in both domestic and international markets is expected to further reinforce its leadership position in India and enhance its global ranking among leading steel producers.
This marks the second consecutive month of double-digit growth for SAIL, following a 27 per cent increase in sales in November. During the April–November 2025 period, the company had achieved sales of 12.7 MT, representing a 14 per cent rise over 11.1 MT in the same period last year.
The public sector steel major attributed the growth to improved performance across multiple product categories and distribution channels, including domestic saleable steel, road dispatches, and warehouse-based door deliveries.
With inputs from IANS