Global Metal Forging Market Size & Outlook, 2026-2033
Global metal forging market, 2021-2033 (US$M)
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Global metal forging market highlights
- The global metal forging market generated a revenue of USD 85,919.2 million in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 158,821.4 million by 2033.
- The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2026 - 2033) of 7.8% by 2033.
- In terms of segment, carbon steel accounted for a revenue of USD 35,154.9 million in 2025.
- Aluminum is the most lucrative raw material segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
- In terms of region, Asia Pacific was the largest revenue generating market in 2025.
- Country-wise, China is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2026 to 2033.
Global data book summary
| Market revenue in 2025 | USD 85,919.2 million |
| Market revenue in 2033 | USD 158,821.4 million |
| Growth rate | 7.8% (CAGR from 2026 to 2033) |
| Largest segment | Carbon steel |
| Fastest growing segment | Aluminum |
| Historical data covered | 2021 - 2024 |
| Base year for estimation | 2025 |
| Forecast period covered | 2026 - 2033 |
| Quantitative units | Revenue in USD million |
| Market segmentation | Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Aluminum, Magnesium, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Others Raw Material |
Other key industry trends
- In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 21.3% of the global metal forging market in 2025.
- By country, the China is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2033.
- By country, China is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 48,437.5 million by 2033.
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Metal Forging Market Companies
| Name | Profile | # Employees | HQ | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Wood Group Plc | View profile | 35000 | Hareness Road, Sir Ian Wood House, Altens Industrial Estate, Aberdeen, United Kingdom, AB12 3LE | https://www.woodplc.com |
| Green Brick Partners Inc | View profile | 600 | 5501 Headquarters Drive, Suite 300 W, Plano, TX, United States, 75024 | https://www.greenbrickpartners.com |
| ATI Inc | View profile | 7300 | 2021 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX, United States, 75201 | https://www.atimaterials.com |
| Larsen & Toubro Ltd DR | View profile | 330955 | Norottarn Morarjee Marg , L&T House, Ballard Estate, P. O. Box: 278, Mumbai, MH, India, 400 001 | https://www.larsentoubro.com |
| Berkshire Hathaway Inc Class A | View profile | 396500 | 3555 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE, United States, 68131 | https://www.berkshirehathaway.com |
| Nippon Steel Corp | View profile | 121990 | 6-1, Marunouchi 2-chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan, 100-8071 | https://www.nipponsteel.com |
Global metal forging market outlook
The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to metal forging market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.
Carbon steel was the largest segment with a revenue share of 40.92% in 2025. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global metal forging market based on carbon steel, alloy steel, aluminum, magnesium, stainless steel, titanium, others raw material covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.
Automotive sector holds significant importance in the global metal forging market. Metal forgings are used at a point of shock and stress in automotive applications. The durability, strength, and reliability of forged components have made them a preferred choice in automotive sector for applications where stress, load, tension, and human safety are key considerations.
Growing demand for EVs is further expected to augment the demand for metal forged parts across the forecast period. According to IEA, there were 10 million electric cars on the world roads by the end of 2020. In 2021, EV sales doubled to become 6.6 million, up by 108% than in 2020. Moreover, there was a rise in the registration of electric buses and trucks in the major markets.
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