The iron ore market was valued at USD 257.1 billion in 2025. It is projected to reach USD 264.1 billion in 2026 and USD 362.2 billion by 2033, a CAGR of 4.6% (Grand View Research). Because iron ore is the base raw material for steel, the market's direction depends on construction, infrastructure and steelmaking technology. Market Overview Iron ore is a naturally occurring mineral made mostly...